The Oshkosh Chamber is one of many organizations that can assist entrepreneurs who are starting a business or who need assistance in making their business successful. Resources for those starting a business include:
Oshkosh Chamber Economic Development Department
UW Oshkosh Small Business Development Center
The Venture Center at Fox Valley Technical College
Starting a business can be both an exciting and daunting venture. But, with some assistance and the right resources, you will have the tools needed to be a successful entrepreneur. Are you ready to start your business?
Before you begin your quest to start a business, you need to ask yourself several questions to make sure that being an entrepreneur is right for you. The following checklists will help you get started:
Government Forms
Every business needs to obtain a federal identification number, an employer’s identification number, and seller’s permits, if applicable. Visit the websites of the Internal Revenue Service, Wisconsin Department of Revenue, or Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions to obtain these forms.
