Brown County Ohio Chamber of Commerce

A Guide To Starting a Business In Brown County

Introduction

The Brown County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to offer this information on starting your own business. It is by no means intended to take the place of thorough and thoughtful research. It is intended instead to be a starting point for considering the many options and resources available in beginning a business.

Starting a business can be a confusing and frustrating endeavor. This guide was compiled as a resource to help you navigate a course to turn your idea into a business.

Persons interested in starting a business in the Leipsic area will find this guide a basic introduction to many of the regulations that apply to the start-up and operation of a business. This booklet does not provide detailed specifics, but instead offers the names of agencies and organizations that provide detailed information on these subjects.

It is important to do adequate research and planning before starting your business. Market studies, cost estimates, supply sources, financial and legal needs must be carefully analyzed.

We hope the information presented here gives you an idea of the scope and depth necessary to your planning.

The Chamber of Commerce wishes you well in your endeavor and looks forward to one day welcoming you as a member of the business community!