How to Start a Business 101

In this one hour Deep Dive Lab, you will learn the steps to take to launch your business. If you're overwhelmed and not sure where to start, we are here for you! We will provide all the resources you need and answer key questions like:

• What official forms do you need?
• What are the costs?
• Do you need an attorney?
• What is different for industries such as food, retail, and personal services?

Holly Yanker is the Director of Small Business Advisors at the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) which is an extension of NC Deptartment of Commerce. Holly has more than 20 years of experience working with large and small businesses, both with for-profit and nonprofits. She has been involved with the NC rules and regulations for more nine years, where she and her team of three advisors help people start or expand a business in NC. They can assist in Spanish or English. Last year they answered close to 25,000 client inquires. The overall goal is to help people start and grow a business so that the overall NC economy remains STRONG!