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Green Cove Springs, FL – Small businesses, entrepreneurs, and start-up businesses now have a space in the Orange Park and Fleming Island Libraries to establish or grow their business. Individuals or groups can reserve the private workspace in two-hour blocks, with a maximum of four hours per day. The business centers have a conference table, and provide access to desk top computers with the Microsoft Office Suite, copiers, printers, scanners, and Wi-Fi.
A collection of books and online research tools geared toward the needs of a small or startup business will be available exclusively for business center use. The print and online collections include topics such as accounting, company information, demographics, finance, human resources, investment, marketing and market research, management, manufacturing, and statistics.
Library staff are available to assist in using the collection. Patrons may also schedule an appointment with a librarian for a one-on-one consultation.
To reserve the Small Business Centers, visit https://www.claycountygov.com/community/library/small-business-centers and select the Fleming Island or Orange Park Branch. Approved applicants will receive an email confirmation for the date and time the business center will be reserved in their name.
You must be 18 years or older to use the workspace. Small Business Centers are not intended to be used as study rooms and they may not be used for sales calls or the solicitation of goods or services. A USB drive is required to save files and nominal printing fees will apply.
Karen Walker, Director of Clay County Library Services said, “We are so pleased to be able to offer this resource for small and start-up businesses because we know that having access to private meeting space and the latest equipment and software provides a technical advantage and gives that professional edge to help stand out in the small business community.”
Board of County Commissioners Chairman Wayne Bolla said, “Commissioners are always looking for ways to support our small businesses. We hope new businesses that are trying to make a name for themselves in Clay County will take advantage of this dedicated office space to develop and grow their business, and to network and promote sharing and communications with other small businesses.”
Clay County libraries offer a variety of classes and workshops for all ages. Visit the library calendar at https://www.claycountygov.com/community/library/events-and-classes to learn more or register for classes.
Small Business Center at the Orange Park Library
 Small Business Center at the Fleming Island Library
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC), hosted by the Clay County Library, is providing a no-charge Small Business Workshop, presented by Chris Abetz, Business Consultant for the Florida SBDC.
Strategic Planning for Small Business – 10 Vital Steps will be held on Wednesday, March 23 from 12-1:30 P.M. at the Fleming Island Library.
During this Workshop you will learn:
- 10 Vital Steps to Strategic Planning for Small Business
- The easy approach to strategic planning
- Understand how business planning fits in the process
- Learn criteria for effective goal setting to support your strategic plan
Don’t miss out on valuable advice and an introduction to an array of additional no-charge services!
Registration required: https://www.sbdc.unf.edu/pay-for-workshop/?workshops_id=612
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Clay County, FL is located southwest of Jacksonville and nestled along the beautiful St. Johns River. More than 218,000 residents enjoy a quality of life here that meets their desired pace and unique interests. Clay County has a business community that is 4,400 strong. Industries leading in healthcare and life sciences, aviation and defense, logistics, distribution, information technology, and manufacturing are here to serve you. Clay County welcomes you to enjoy the exquisite natural beauty, unique history, and small town feel only found here.
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