

Review the list below and contact the agencies to see if any additional licenses are needed for your business. Contact the Florida Division of Corporations, Tallahassee, (850) 245-6000, and select option #5, Ĭertain business types may require specific licenses in order to conduct business. Register this name before pursuing any license or permit. Contact the Florida Division of Corporations, Bureau of Corporate Records, Tallahassee, (850) 245-6000, Franchise, for information visit SBA.Govįictitious name – If a Sole Proprietorship uses any name other than the owner's legal name, or if a Corporation uses a name other than its legal corporate name, a fictitious name (also referred to as a D/B/A) must be registered with the State. *If your business will be a Partnership, Limited Liability Company, or a Corporation, you must register under the Florida Business Corporation Act. Be sure to estimate your start-up costs, monthly expenses, and cash flow. On a separate sheet of paper, summarize your idea in 50 words or less. Include business location, number of employees, and to whom your business will market.

This is a general overview of your business idea(s). The workshops will include important information and resource materials to help start your business. These workshops are offered throughout the year at various locations in the community, as well as at the Entrepreneur Collaborative Center.
