BUSINESS RESOURCES
HELPING TO CONNECT YOU WITH TRUSTED RESOURCES
The Plano Chamber of Commerce can help to point you in the right direction. See below for a list of tools to guide you from start to finish. Use these in addition to the numerous resources offered by the Plano Chamber.
STARTING AND MANAGING YOUR BUSINESS
Are you thinking about starting a business? If so, you may have questions about everything from writing a business plan to industry best practices. Below are some great resources to help you get started.
- Collin Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
- Business and Leadership Coaches
- U.S. Small Business Administration
- Business Advice from SCORE.org
MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS
If you’re interested in different options for marketing your business, check out some of these great resources for everything from social media to advertising to networking.
- Advertising and Media Professionals
- How to Do a 30-Second Commercial (Link to Doc)
- Networking Best Practices (Link to Doc)
FUNDING YOUR BUSINESS
Understanding your options for capital can be tricky. Here are a few resources to help you navigate the process:
- Finance and Insurance Professionals
- Small Business Loans and Grants
- Money Management from SCORE.org
- Financial Education and Access from PeopleFund.org
- Financial Tools from Accion.org
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Knowledge is power, and you must continue to learn. Take advantage of the Plano Chamber’s Success in Business Seminars and other webinar resources below.
- U.S. Small Business Administration Learning Center
- Online Workshops from SCORE.org
OTHER ONLINE RESOURCES
- Historically Underutilized Business (HBU) Program
- Women & Minority Owned Business Certification
- Texas Incubators
- Better Business Bureau
- Veteran Business Development Resources
GOVERNMENT RESOURCES
Plano City Hall – (972) 941-7000
1520 Avenue K, Plano, TX 75074
City of Plano Economic Development – (972) 208-8300
5601 Granite Pkwy., Suite 310, Plano, TX 75024
Plano Economic Development offers an integrated approach of programs and services to support the creation of new businesses, the expansion and retention of existing businesses within the City of Plano, and the attraction of companies that offer high-impact jobs and share the community’s values.
To learn more about Plano Economic Development, visit our Plano Economic Development page or visit their website.
City of Plano Planning Department – (972) 941-7151
1520 K Avenue, Suite 250, Plano, TX 75074
Collin County Commissioners Court – (972) 424-1460 ext. 4631
2300 Bloomdale Rd., Suite 4192, McKinney, TX 75071
GOVERNOR’S SMALL BUSINESS JOURNAL INITIATIVES
Tax Assessor/Collector – (972) 881-3010
Veterans Services – (972) 881-3060