Step 1: ATTEND SBDC SMART START YOUR BUSINESS WORKSHOP   

Start-Up Kit

The SBDC Small Business Start-Up Kit covers: The Business Beginning, Getting Started Small Business Resource Manual, and the Business Self-Assessment Checklist.  
 
The Central Region SBDC Business Start-up Kit was developed with recognition that business start-up information in the State of Maryland is hard to come by in a concise and more complete package. The MD-SBDC/Central Region compiled this packet to help our SBDC clients and counselors in the business start-up process, making it more linear and efficient when researching for both Maryland’s requirement in the business start-up registration process and for the best resources for business planning. The packet’s information or resources does not replace the need for a new business owner or entrepreneur to consult a professional such as the Maryland Lawyer Referral Service or an accountant when making decisions for their business type and activity.

The Business Beginning Section includes:

•  Maryland recognized business entities

•  Maryland’s business registration process

•  Types of certification programs

•  Business tips

•  How to research the Internet

•  Relevant government contact information

The Getting Started Self-Analysis Checklist includes:

•  Self-analysis

•  Finding your niche

•  Business idea feasibility

•  Market analysis worksheet

•  Planning your Business checklist

•  Finance info and worksheet

•  Supplementary Information

The Getting Started Section includes:

•  Balderige-Based guide to writing your business plan

•   Sample business plan

•   Resource guide for planners

There are three ways in which you can obtain a copy of our Small Business Start-Up Kit:  

Attend a Training Conference: 
Sign up and attend one of our Smart Start Your Business Workshop and receive your Small Business Start-Up Kit FREE! 
 
 
Walk-In:  
Visit the Central Region SBDC office location to obtain your copy of the Small Business Start-Up Kit. We are located at the Terrace Dale Office Complex at 7801 York Road Suite 160, Towson, MD 21252 for a fee of $20.  
 
 
Mail:  
An amount of $25 will be needed for materials and shipping costs. Please expect 2-4 weeks for delivery of your Kit by mail. Send Check or Money Order to: 

Maryland Small Business Development Center 
P.O Box 6759 
Towson, MD 21285-6759 

Make the Check or Money Order payable to Towson University.

**Don't forget to include your telephone number and return address when you order.