Staples Inc., the world's largest office product company and second-largest Internet retailer, is partnering with LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, to launch SUCCEED: Small Business Network.

The online forum will serve as a platform for networking, advice and content for Beaufort small-business professionals.

Business people also can share success stories and discuss professional hurdles, according to a news release.

To join, go to www.linkedin.com/succeedsmallbiz.