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
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.
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.
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.
Learn
Find additional information, FAQs, links and opportunities to help maintain the success of your small business – all simplified and easy to digest.
Connect
Get connected to other entrepreneurs, programs, organizations and small business development centers around the state to boost your business in Georgia.
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.
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.
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.
