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Help for Small Businesses

The Federal Government has many initiatives to help small businesses with technical and financial assistance. Some helpful websites:
The U.S. Small Business Administration
The IRS's One Stop Small Business Resource

Federal Procurement

Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTAC) help small and disadvantaged businesses sell goods and services to local, state and federal governments. In addition to services like marketing, one-on-one training and help with information resources, PTACs offer: bid-matching services, product and procurement histories, military specifications, and trade events where firms can meet government buyers. These services are provided at no cost to businesses. Find your local county or area PTAC by visiting the state website listed below.

Ohio Procurement Technical Assistance Centers
Ohio PTAC Centers
77 South High Street, P.O. Box 1001
Columbus, Ohio 43216-1001
Phone: (614) 644-1637
Email: OhioPTAC@development.ohio.gov

Starting a Small Business

Below you will find a link to a small business guide provided by the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, which can be used as a roadmap to starting your own small business. We hope you find this to be a valuable resource that can help you pursue your dreams of starting your own small business in NW Ohio.

 

 

Local Small Business Development Centers

Small Business Development Centers were established by Congress to help those who wish to start up businesses of their own. They are excellent resources for critiquing business plans, explaining taxes, insurance, licensing and networking.

Lucas County
Small Business Development Center
Toledo Chamber of Commerce
300 Madison Ave Ste 200
Toledo, OH 43604-1575
419-243-8191

Ottawa/Erie Counties
Ohio Small Business Development Center
Terra Community College
2830 Napoleon Rd
Fremont, OH 43420-9670
419-334-8400 x210
800-826-2431 x210