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 a tax number, business taxes getting a DUNS number (if required), and state and licensing requirements.

The workshop will touch on the importance of resource partners such as a business attorney, a banker, an outside accountant, and an insurance agent. 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.