Business Startup Resources

We love small businesses

We want to be a resource center for startups and early stage businesses. In order to help you find the resources you need, we've compiled links and resources below for your use. If you have any specific questions or would like to request resources to be added, please email us at info@beavercreekchamber.org.

10 Steps for Starting a Business:

1

Name your business

Check the united states patent and trademark office to make sure the name you choose isn't already registered. Also, click here to check the Ohio secretary of state's business search page.

2

Register with the Ohio Secretary of State

Click here to register.

3

Create a business plan

Click here for tips and samples.

4

Obtain a federal EIN

5

Report new and re-hired employees

Click here to report newly-hired and re-hired employees to the Ohio new hire reporting center.

6

Open a business bank account

You will need your EIN to open your bank account

7

Join our chamber of commerce!

Click here to join. We partner with companies that can help you through the next several steps.

8

If you have one or more employees

Click Here or contact one of the following companies for reduced BWC rates (must be chamber member):


9

Identify requirements of the Ohio department of job and family services

Click here and search "employers."

10

Obtain proper licenses and permits

Click here and make sure to check with the proper county and local government offices to determine if special requirements exist for your type of business