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Small Business & Entrepreneurs | Georgia Department of Economic Development Search Small Business in Georgia What constitutes a small business in Georgia? You must be independently owned and operated, plus have fewer than 300 employees, or bring in less than $30 million in annual gross receipts. Just like any company, small businesses in Georgia are extremely diverse in their structure and design. Follow the links below for helpful resources for business owners of all types and learn about Georgia’s diversity in entrepreneurship. Start Link to Start You can start a small business in Georgia easily with the right resources and game plan. Explore the steps you need to take to successfully get off the ground. Find Out More Grow Link to Grow Growing your business is crucial to your continued success. Whether you’re looking for capital, export assistance or connections to other services, we’ve got you covered. Find Out More Finance Link to Finance It’s no secret – you need capital for your business to function. Discover the many lending opportunities you can take advantage of here in Georgia. Find Out More Learn Link to Learn Find additional information, FAQs, links and opportunities to help maintain the success of your small business – all simplified and easy to digest. Find Out More Connect Link to Connect Get connected to other entrepreneurs, programs, organizations and small business development centers around the state to boost your business in Georgia. Find Out More Innovate Link to Innovate The Georgia Center of Innovation – focused in six key industries – is the state’s leading resource for facilitating business innovation and implementing new ideas. Find Out More Diversity in Entrepreneurship One of Georgia’s most prized economic assets is its diversity in entrepreneurship. While the Georgia Department of Economic Development does not administer programs or incentives for specific minority-owned businesses, we do connect these businesses and entrepreneurs with certification programs and other external resources to help them grow and thrive. Women MinoritIes Veterans Get Small Business Certified Certification Learn More About Georgia Small Business ROCK STARS Every year, Georgia honors the most outstanding, innovative and impactful small businesses across the state. Learn more about Georgia's Small Business ROCK STARS awards. 2025 Georgia Small Business ROCK STARS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How do I incorporate my business? Corporations, limited liability companies and limited partnerships in Georgia are formed by filing with the Corporations Division of the Secretary of State. Some foreign (out-of-state) entities that do business in Georgia also must file with the Corporations Division. Additional Resources Corporations Division of the Office of the Secretary of State How do I get a small business loan? While there aren’t typically any state grants available for small business startups, there ar
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