Small Business Resources

We've compiled a list of city, state, and national resources for small businesses.

If there's something you think should be on this list, feel free to email us at communication@austinchamber.com and we will make an addition.

Starting a Small Business in Austin

  • How to Start a Business in Austin (austintexas.gov)

    The City of Austin's guide to starting a small business in Austin.

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  • Start a Business in Texas (Texas.gov)

    The State of Texas' guide to starting a small business.

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  • City of Austin's BizAid Free Business Orientation Classes (City of Austin)

    This no-cost class offered online serves as an introduction to resources available to small business owners.

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  • McCoy College of Business: Business Startup 101 (Texas State University)

    Texas State University's comprehensive list of tools for people looking to start a small business.

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  • Launch Your Business (U.S. Small Business Administration)

    Learn how to register, file, and start doing business in the U.S.

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  • 10 Steps to Start Your Business (U.S. Small Business Administration)

    A list of the main steps necessary to start your own business.

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  • Austin Business Statistics (provided by Gusto)

    Gusto has a great database of resources for small businesses, ranging from data on most common employee benefits, average salaries by profession, employment trends, and economic data for Austin.

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Small Business Resources

  • Business Resources (U.S. Department of State)

    The U.S. Department of State's one stop shop for all business resources.

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  • City of Austin's Free Events for Small Businesses

    The Small Business Division holds special events targeted at providing access to resources and information for small business owners and entrepreneurs.

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  • City of Austin's Small Business Division

    The Small Business Division provides business training, educational events, and coaching to empower entrepreneurs.

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  • Economic Growth Business Incubator (EGBI)

    Economic Growth Business Incubator (EGBI) is a non-profit organization which provides training, coaching, and support to aspiring and existing business owners who face barriers to growing a successful business.

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  • Financing and Capital for Small Businesses (State of Texas)

    The Governor’s Office of Small Business Assistance works closely with a variety of partners to facilitate small businesses accessing capital.

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  • Governor’s Small Business Resource Portal

    The Governor’s Small Business Resource Portal contains the most relevant resources and contacts to help you find success starting or growing your business in Texas.

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  • Incentives and Grants (City of Austin)

    Learn more about incentives and grants the City of Austin offers for new and relocating businesses in Austin.

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  • SCORE Austin

    SCORE Austin Mentors are experienced entrepreneurs, corporate managers, and executives with a diverse set of industries and specialties who volunteer their experience and knowledge to help small business owners and entrepreneurs achieve success.

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  • Small and Minority Business Resources Department (City of Austin)

    The Small and Minority Business Resources Department (SMBR) administers the Minority-Owned, Women-Owned, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Procurement Programs for the City of Austin.

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  • Texas Workforce Commission: Outreach and Employer Initiatives

    The TWC has a diverse portfolio of programs and services to support the workforce needs of current and prospective Texas businesses.

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  • Travis County Historically Underutilized Business

    The HUB program objective is to ensure minority and woman-owned businesses receive fair and equal opportunity to participate in the county's procurement process.

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  • U.S. Small Business Administration - San Antonio District (Includes Austin)

    The San Antonio District Office of the SBA provides help with SBA services including funding programs, counseling, federal contracting certifications, and disaster recovery. They can also connect you to partner organizations, lenders, and other community groups that help small businesses succeed.

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