Whether you're an established small business or just starting a business, the Pasco Economic Development Council has the tools you need to establish and grow a strong business in Pasco County. Our SMARTstart Small Business Program is an innovative suite of programs that provides the tools growing businesses need for long-term success.

Our mission is to create and nurture a team of like-minded African American entrepreneurs and supporters within our communities by establishing structure, accountability, and utilization of our personal and professional experiences to help one another grow economically, socially, and professionally while mentoring and using these life experiences to provide resources and professional education to aspiring entrepreneurs.

BBIF Florida is a is a non-traditional lender that specializes in providing loans to black, minority and underserved small businesses.

We can help your company with pre-employment training assessments, job processing to find the best applicants as quickly as possible, online job posting assistance, conference facilities for conducting interviews and more.

A business tax receipt application is required for the opening of a business within the city limits.

All businesses within the incorporated city limits of New Port Richey must obtain a city BTR before beginning to operate. All BTRs expire September 30 of each year and are renewable for the upcoming license year any time after August 1.

The City of Port Richey Code of Ordinances requires a valid License for all businesses located within the city limits.

A business tax receipt is required by the City before conducting any business. Anyone who opens a new business without having obtain a BTR will be assessed a penalty of 25% of the regular license fee.

Enterprise Florida recruits new business to the state, and works to retain and expand existing industry and business. We provide site selection services, demographic information, incentive information and much more.

We are charged with licensing and regulating businesses and professionals in the State of Florida, such as cosmetologists, veterinarians, real estate agents and pari-mutuel wagering facilities.

Here, you will find information about workforce programs, community development opportunities, and economic development initiatives and programs.

Our activities include a variety of business entity filings, trade and service mark registrations, federal lien recordings, judgment lien filings, uniform commercial code financing statements, fictitious name registrations, notary commissions, and cable and video service franchises.

Since 1964, the Florida Economic Development Council has promoted economic development throughout the state of Florida. Today we are its primary resource for developing economic development professionals, issues education, networking, and recognition of excellence among members of the profession. 500+ professionals count on FEDC to educate, advocate, and connect on their behalf.

A 23-county region spanning from Florida’s Sun Coast to Space Coast, The Corridor is a place where research and innovation thrive. Chaired by presidents of the University of Central Florida (UCF), the University of South Florida (USF) and the University of Florida (UF), the Florida High Tech Corridor Council drives progress in the region. Our mission is to attract, retain and grow high tech industry and the workforce to support it. We envision a 23-county Florida High Tech Corridor region with a high-wage, high-value economy that leads the nation and world in technology invention and innovation.

The Florida Medical Manufacturers Consortium (FMMC) is a state-wide association of medical device firms, that exists to unite, promote and grow our industry.

We are available to help improve business opportunities for Florida-based woman-, veteran- and minority-owned small businesses.

The Florida Venture Forum is a statewide member organization that helps entrepreneurs obtain funding through education, strategic partnering and effective networking. The Forum's educational programs provide in-depth information on topics such as raising debt and equity capital, human resources, finance, management, term sheet negotiation, valuations, marketing and R&D.

FloridaMakes is a nonprofit that works with individual manufacturing companies, to deliver company-centric service with bottom-line results, designed to: help you expand your market opportunities; adopt best practices, advanced technologies and training, and make the best use of existing public and private state and national resources available to enhance and further your company's growth.

Businesses and organizations find the Chamber an effective and affordable method of connecting with the community, potential customers and possible business associates - regardless of geographical distance - we are all interconnected today.

We link businesses with other leading area business members, officers, leaders and managers, and elected officials to enhance economic growth and development. Through involvement in and attendance at chamber events, local business leaders are better connected with other business professionals outside of their regular schedule.

Joining the Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce brings you in direct contact with the area market, potential clients, businesses and extended partners and community organizations. Credibility, networking, affordable advertising and access to services and programs are the primary reasons member organizations join.

We provide strategies, resources and support to second-stage companies for next level growth through Strategic Research and peer-to-peer CEO mentoring. We help companies overcome obstacles to growth and lead them towards prosperity.

The Harvard Business School Alumni Angels of South Florida is a volunteer based angel investor group that seeks to support and enrich the local startup ecosystem. Through a structured process of sourcing, screening, and pitch events, members are exposed to a variety of early stage ventures seeking funding and mentorship.

Employer Identification Numbers are issued for the purpose of tax administration and are not intended for participation in any other activities.

As a member, you will receive advance notice of special events, promotions and other activities by our organization to benefit our community. In addition, our members may promote their establishments through profiles and links on our website and other promotional opportunities we provide.

We are organized and dedicated to the enhancement of business, economic growth, tourism and education while promoting the positive image of North Tampa.

Business Tax Receipts (formerly called Occupational Licenses) are required for most businesses operating in Pasco County. In addition, all cities in Pasco County require that a city Business Tax Receipt be purchased for businesses operating within their boundaries.

Business Development, Workforce Training & Education, Business Retention and Expansion, State and local incentives.

A community based microloan fund that will act as a loan source for credit worthy Pasco County small businesses. The microloan fund will help to create a stronger economy, job opportunities and provide entrepreneurial education in our community. It will also help certain types of disadvantaged businesses who often have difficulties accessing credit, such as women-, minority-, veteran- and disabled-business owners.

If you are starting a new business or trying to expand your small business, Pasco Enterprise Network (PEN) offers a one-stop resource for finding guidance and assistance. No matter what challenges you may be facing, we can connect small businesses and entrepreneurs to the help they need to grow.

Understanding all aspects of business and the related industry is essential to develop and manage a successful organization. Marketing and promotions are necessary for the strategic dissemination of information regarding the product or service that is being promoted. Also, having a fundamental understanding of finance is also key to running an efficient organization.

We specialize in providing bilingual assistance to Hispanic entrepreneurs trying to establish or expand their business. We offer a variety of services especially designed for Hispanic small business owners, to empower them through training, consulting, grants and access to capital.

We're 20+ local volunteers eager to provide free help to small businesses in Pasco and Hernando counties of Florida. Whether you are trying to start a small business, expand an existing small business, or buy/sell an on-going small business, we can provide free face-to-face mentoring and counseling regarding the many issues that you may find daunting.

We provide no-cost consulting and low-cost training and information to existing and emerging businesses.

Funding to turn your R&D into products & services with global impact.

CO.STARTERS is a 10-week program that equips aspiring entrepreneurs with the insights, relationships, and tools needed to turn business ideas into action.

Business loans the easy way. Quickly compare pricing from local commercial loan lenders.

TiE Tampa Bay is a not-for-profit organization created to foster entrepreneurship through mentoring, networking, and education in Florida. TiE Tampa Bay is part of the global TiE group, the largest not-for-profit organization promoting entrepreneurship globally. This allows for TiE Tampa Bay to offer unique programs that bring to Florida world-class expertise and thought-leadership from around the globe.

All businesses operating within the Town limits must obtain a business tax receipt before conducting business.

Our office provides counseling and mentoring, access to capital, government contracting, exporting assistance and training.

New Opportunities & Rewarding Careers Await in Pasco County, Florida. Find engaged workers. Talent connections start here.