Business Resource Guide
Advocacy & Mentorship:
- https://lowcountrylocalfirst.org/ Lowcountry Local First cultivates an economy anchored in local ownership, because local-independent businesses are the cornerstone of our culture, economy, and character.
- https://www.crda.org/doing-business-here/entrepreneurial-resources/ Resource guide with extensive information on programs and support services
- https://www.harborec.com Creates collision among the entrepreneur community. By nature, entrepreneurs and problem solvers. “We believe by connecting the thinkers, the doers and visionaries we will support the economic vitality of the region.”
- https://www.scsbdc.com/ Consulting and guidance. State run program
- charlestondigitalcorridor.com Community initiative to attract, nurture and promote the tech economy through impactful programs.
Business Tools
- https://sc.gov/Business/Pages/licensePermitsAndRegistration.aspx Get a business license
- https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks-application-process/search-trademark-database Trade mark searches
- https://www.sba.gov/offices/district/sc/columbia/
- https://www.usgrants.org/south-carolina/small-business-grants State run grants
