This two-hour workshop will provide participants with a comprehensive overview of the steps required and recommended for starting a small business in the State of Alabama. The workshop will cover topic areas such as: a Business Start-up checklist, reserving a company name, pros and cons of optional legal structures, getting an tax number, business taxes getting a DUNS number (if required), and state and licensing requirements. The workshop will also touch on the importance of resource partners such as: business attorneys, bankers, an outside accountants, and an insurance agents. Finally, there will be a discussion of the value of a robust business plan and pro forma financials. Participants will also receive various helpful handouts and workshop take-aways.