PG Entrepreneur Guide

Partnership Gwinnett recognizes the critical role startups and expanding businesses share in Gwinnett’s economic vitality. As an entrepreneur, you’ve taken a calculated risk to lead as a game-changer in our global marketplace. Additionally, by making Gwinnett the home for your business venture you’ve joined an optimal business climate that supports the growth of countless businesses. We are here to help you excel—because your success contributes to Gwinnett’s vibrant and inclusive business community! Our economic development team has developed this detailed guide tailored to the needs of Gwinnett startups and small businesses like yours. The content in this guide includes a range of valuable resources from general business development insight, like market research, to operational needs such as funding opportunities. We are confident that this guide will equip you with the competitive advantage you need to grow your business. As an additional resource, please visit the guide’s companion website: www.gwinnettentrepreneur.com . We look forward to continuing to provide support for your business and following your success! The listings contained in this guide are for informational purposes only. An appearance here does not necessarily constitute an endorsement by Partnership Gwinnett. Every attempt has been made to keep the listings current, but some information may have been updated by the respective organizations since this document was printed. Please visit gwinnettentrepreneur.com for more current information. Most of the represented organizations are public or non-profit, and based in Gwinnett County. There are also some organizations that are private and/or outside of Gwinnett County. The guiding principle for this resource guide is that the services provided by the organization are a key part of business startup or growth. BUSINESS PLAN OUTLINE........................................................... 5 GENERAL ASSISTANCE & EDUCATION. ..................................6 PARTNERSHIP GWINNETT TARGET SECTORS. ................. 10 Technology Manufacturing Healthcare/Life Sciences OPERATIONS.................................................................................. 12 Funding Sources Incubators, Accelerators, & Co-working Space Legal Assistance Registration and Licenses Vendors and Services BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT....................................................... 22 SPECIAL ASSISTANCE............................................................... 23 LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TOOLS........................ 26 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 • www.gwinnettentrepreneur.com