Pennsylvania has a wealth of resources to help businesses grow and thrive. Business growth is the result of many actions and important decisions and may include diving into new markets, expanding to a new location, purchasing new equipment, and more. Whichever route you choose, we have the resources to help you take your business to the next level.

If you’re an aspiring or new entrepreneur, we encourage you to visit our Plan section to read more about our Getting Business Advice.

For existing businesses or out-of-state businesses looking to expand in Pennsylvania, we have great information for you in this section to help your business reach its full potential. Read more about our local assistance networks and how we can help you find or expand to a new location, explore government contracting, connect with diverse business resources, and take advantage of state funding programs. Please note, this information is supplied as a guide and should not take the place of legal or tax advice. We recommend the consultation of a lawyer, accountant, and an insurance agent when forming a business.

If you’re ready to take the next steps to register your business in PA, get your own personalized business registration checklist to make sure all of your licenses, permits, and forms are accounted for.