Starting a Business in Indiana?
Are you looking to start a new business? Or maybe you just launched a new business in Indiana and you want to take it to the next level. The following guide will help you navigate through the startup process.
How to Structure a Business
The first step in starting a business is to determine which business structure is best for you. This simple tool will ask you 5 questions and then recommend the best business structure for you.
How to Register a Business with the State of Indiana
Now that you have decided which business structure to form, you will need to visit the Indiana Secretary of State website and register your new business. You can complete everything online and it is actually possible to successfully register your business in one business day.
How to Write a Startup Business Plan
Next you will want to develop a business plan. Typically brand new startups can get away without developing a monstrous business plan, but at the very least you should develop a short business plan executive summary with your business:
- Vision/Mission
- Objectives
- Strategies
- Action Plan Items
Promote Your Startup Business
Now assuming that you have already developed a product or service to sell it is time to promote your business. Flagship Enterprise Center clients can utilize our partnership with Anderson University to have students develop promotional materials like logos and press releases at no additional cost. Become a Flagship Client.
Indiana Service Providers
As you start, run, and grow your business you will need a number of service providers including:
Phone Service – Flagship client, Weeks Networks, is an Indiana based VoIP phone service provider
CPA/Accountant – Flagship Client, JP Kane and Co. , is an Indiana based CPA firm that assists small businesses with Quickbooks, Tax Planning and Preparation, and payroll services.
Marketing and Design – Flagship Client, CN Design & Marketing, provides graphic design, website design, SEO services and more.
Startup Business Consultants
Don’t start your business alone. There are a number of great startup resources right here in Indiana to help you launch and grow your new business.
Small Business Administration – The SBA can help connect you with valuable startup consultants near you. Two SBA related programs include:
- SCORE – SCORE is an SBA sponsored organization that provides free business consulting from volunteer, retired business men and women.
- SBDC – The SBDC is another SBA sponsored organization that can help your startup from go from planning to raising investment capital.
Flagship Enterprise Center – The Flagship is a technology based business incubator that helps new and emerging business launch and grow. Learn more about how we can help your startup.
Establishing your business is the easy part! Now you need to grow. You will face difficult challenges like hiring the right people, managing cash flow, and finding time to work on your business instead of just working in your business. That is where the Flagship Enterprise Center can help! Contact us today and learn how we can help you start, run, and grow your business.
