Welcome to the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s PA Business One-Stop Shop! We are your go-to resource for all business development needs in Pennsylvania.
What We Do
Our team provides expert guidance for businesses at every stage, from planning and startup to operating and expanding. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or an established business, we offer complete, customer-focused service.
How We Help
- Comprehensive Website: Our website is packed with information on planning, registration, permitting, hiring, certification, financing, training, and more. We collaborate with state and economic development networks to provide the best resources for your business journey.
- Connection to State Agencies: We can guide you through registering your business and offer connections to the right state agencies and partner networks for one-on-one counseling, training, and business assistance.
- Business Hub Help Center: Find how-to guides and videos to navigate filing, applying, and registering processes with agencies including the PA Department of State, PA Department of Revenue, and PA Department of Labor and Industry.
Tools and Resources
- Business Checklist: Create a personalized step-by-step guide tailored to your business needs. Save and reference your business checklist as you complete each step to start, amend, or close your business.
- Business Hub: Securely store electronic copies of your business documents, like registrations, permits, licenses, and operating agreements in the Business Hub. Easily access and share documents and get single-click access to agency websites for tax management and business filings.
Get in Touch
Can’t find what you’re looking for on our website? Call our customer service line at 1.833.722.6778, Option 0 on connect with us on our Online Contact Form.
Let us take the guesswork out of business filings, applications, and registrations, so you can focus on running a successful business. We work with businesses of all sizes and look forward to working with your business.
