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Agribusiness Center for Research & Entrepreneurship (ACRE)
Find solutions to industry and agronomic issues


Complete the Entrepreneurship Center application

Apply for the SC Farm Link program

Discover opportunities for financial success

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City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities


Supporting initiatives that benefit small, minority, veteran, and women owned businesses

Business development assistance and courses for start-ups and existing businesses

Training and support for city initiatives designed to increase local contractor’s capacity to compete for government contracts

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Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN)


Use the Tax Withholding Estimator

Get your tax record

Amend returns

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Richland County


Collecting business-related revenues

Collecting business-related revenues fairly, equitably, and conveniently

Issuing business-related licenses and permits accurately and promptly

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Richland Library
Access useful resources for entrepreneurs


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Reserve a meeting room/desk

View the events calendar for training and courses

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SC Department of Employment & Workforce


Paying unemployment insurance benefits

Collecting unemployment taxes

Matching businesses with qualified candidates

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SC Department of Commerce


Business advocacy and supports education and workforce development across the state

Offering grants for community development and infrastructure improvement

Assisting with the location of new sites and buildings

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SC Department of Consumer Affairs


Advising the Legislature and Governor on consumer issues and the state of credit in South Carolina

Provides consumer law guidance to the financial industry, magistrates, attorneys, and law enforcement agencies

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SC Department of Health & Environmental Control


Information and permitting assistance for state health and environmental regulations

Operates the agency’s public health and state laboratory functions

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SC Department of Revenue


State agency responsible for tax and licensing

Administer the revenue and regulatory laws of the State

Maintaining the highest security and the protection of taxpayer information

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Find Your Business Mentor


Create and develop your business plans

Free resources and business tools

Receive advice from Experienced Mentors

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SC Secretary of State's Office (SOS)
Register your business with the state


Search for current registrations with the state

Purchase copies of corporate documents and certificates associated with your business

File corporate documents online

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SC Small Business Development Center (SCSBDC)
Receive Customized Entrepreneurial Assistance


Connect with University and Community resources

Gain a competitive advantage using their resources

Leverage the SBDC network for economic results

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Small Business Administration (SBA)
Find lender options that fit your business needs


Access Learning Center courses/webinars

Find out if you are eligible for SBA funding programs

Calendar of Small Business Events near you

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South Carolina State Library
Find lender options that fit your business needs


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View calendar of activities/webinars/events

Receive grant research assistance

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