Starting a Business Resource Information & Web Links

The Greer Development Corporation (GDC) provides a variety of resource materials to potential business owners that can aid them in the process of starting a business in South Carolina. Check out the following information resource links.  If you are unable to download any of these resource materials or connect to the resource links please contact GDC to arrange an alternative way of getting this helpful material in your hands.

Starting a Business in Greer, South Carolina 

This resource guide offers information to potential business owners to aid them in the process of starting a business in Greer, South Carolina.  Simply click on the link below to download a copy of the Business Start Up Guide in .pdf format. 

Business Start-Up Guide for Greer, SC

Business Start-Up Guide for Greer, SC (Spanish Version)

Resource Guide for South Carolina Businesses

Now that your business is up and running, that doesn’t mean you won’t need help from time to time. This new guidebook looks at a number of issues that you may want to consider as your business grows. Everything from opportunities to export your products in the global marketplace to supply chain assistance, regulatory issues, workforce training support, and assistance for minority- and women-owned businesses.
http://www.sbaguides.com/pdf/english/southcarolina.pdf 

South Carolina Business One Stop (SCBOS)

This useful web site provides a wealth of information for prospective business owners. From information on business structures to necessary professional licenses and permits, as well as the filing requirements for the Secretary of State’s office and the Department of Revenue, there are answers for all types of frequently asked questions.
http://www.scbos.com/default.htm 

Opportunities for Equity and Project Financing

South Carolina Department of Commerce staff can provide professional resources and consultation to assist businesses in South Carolina with equity and project financing needs. Sources of equity may come from various state and regional venture capital and angel investors.
http://sccommerce.com/

Small Business Development Resource Materials

The Clemson University Small Business Development Center has an array of resource materials that can help guide today’s entrepreneur. The following materials are provided as a resource.  Simply Click on the link below for download.

SBDC Small Business Planning Checklist (2002)

SBDC Small Business Fact Sheet (2007)

SBDC Small Buisness Steps to Starting a Business (2007)