A comprehensive overview of business planning, registration, requirements and financing.



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Dear Texas Small Business Owners, Aspiring Entrepreneurs & Resource Providers, 

Small businesses make a BIG impact in Texas! Our office is focused on ensuring Texas' more than 3.3 million small businesses—the backbone of our thriving economy—have the resources they need to succeed! 

There are several steps to consider when starting a business in Texas, that's why our office has updated the Governor's Small Business Handbook to offer a comprehensive guide to support small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in all stages of the entrepreneurial journey.

 

Governor's Small Business Handbook

Whether first launching a business or existing businesses looking to scale, the *Governor's Small Business Handbook* is a handy tool to walk Texas entrepreneurs through:


* Business Planning
* Business Structure and Registration
* Licensing Requirements
* Financing Options
* and More! 

View the Handbook [ [link removed] ]


 

Texas prides itself on being the best state to start and run a small business, where entrepreneurs can follow their vision and achieve the American dream. Our team remains eager to assist entrepreneurs every step of the way as they achieve their dream of a thriving small business here in Texas. Please don't hesitate to reach out to our office if there is ever a need for friendly assistance. 

Sincerely,

— "Jarvis Brewer, Small Business Advocate, Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office"

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MORE RESOURCES 

*The Governor's Office of Small Business Assistance* assists small and medium Texas businesses through entrepreneurial support, education and technical assistance.

You are invited to explore the Governor's Small Business Resource Portal [ [link removed] ], the Governor's Small Business Webinar Resource Library [ [link removed] ] and the Small Business Events Calendar [ [link removed] ].

For additional information from state and federal agencies and other resource partners, click on the page links below:   

>  Business Permit Office [ [link removed] ]
>  Financing and Capital [ [link removed] ]
>  Veteran, Minority, Women-Owned [ [link removed] ]
>  Public Procurement and HUB [ [link removed] ]

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