Starting a Business In Frederick County

Entrepreneurs are responsible for innovative products, ideas and services. They shape our technology, experiences and interactions. Frederick County is a great place for Entrepreneurs to flourish. Below are some useful resources and organizations that serve entrepreneurs.

If you’ve recently started a new business in Frederick County or are on that path, "Road Map for Business - 10 Steps to Success" is an invaluable resource that you can download from the Frederick County Office of Economic Development.
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​Topics covered include: 

• Developing a business plan
• Choosing a business structure
• Considering financing options
• Registering your business name and establishing tax accounts
• Getting a federal employer tax identification number (EIN)
• Obtaining business licenses by business type
•  Exploring options for business locations
• Obtaining proper permitting and zoning approvals
• Preparing for employees
• Tools for succeeding

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Helpful Links: 

BusinessUSA
Comptroller of Maryland 
Frederick City Economic Development
FCC - Continuing Education & Workforce Development 
Frederick County Small Business Development Center
Frederick County Department of Permits and Inspections
Frederick County Economic Development
Frederick County Courthouse Clerk of the Circuit Court – traders licenses
​Frederick Entrepreneur Support Network

Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc
Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Maryland Women’s Business Center
Maryland Business Express-Central Business Licensing and Registration
Maryland Occupational and Professional Licensing
SCORE-Frederick
Startup Maryland
​TEDCO
​Women's Business Network

​"The Chamber has provided the tools for me to grow as a small business owner. I have learned to structure my business for success, enhance my business image in the community and make the right connections." —Wil Graham, SpeedPro Imaging

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