Starting and Growing a Business
Business License
There is no requirement for a business license in Benton County or the City of Corvallis. Depending on the type of business you are starting, there may be other types of licensing requirements. You will want to register your business name with the State Corporation Division regardless of the form of business you start (Sole proprietorship, Corporation, LLC).
To learn more about starting and growing a business, visit the links below:
- YESCorvallis.org
- Small Business Development Center at Linn-Benton Community College
- Oregon Small Business Development Center Network
- Oregon Corporation Division
- Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services
- Oregon Microenterprise Network (OMEN) is a statewide association of microenterprise development programs and their supporters. OMEN’s mission is to increase opportunities for economically and geographically disadvantaged entrepreneurs by building the capacity and quality of Oregon microenterprise and entrepreneur development services.
- Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP) is a non-profit organization that aims to help Oregon manufacturers respond to the challenges of competing in an increasingly global economy. Visit their website to learn more about how they have helped many companies, and how they may help you.
- Grow Oregon - Thinking about growth? Wondering what it will take to stay profitable now and in the years ahead?
- Whether you’re pursuing new markets or improving operational efficiencies, sustaining growth is fundamental to success. And yes, it can be lonely at the top. GROW Oregon’s highly experienced advisors have been there themselves, and have the wisdom to help your business thrive.
- International Trade Assistance: Several links for International Trade Assistance can be found under the “Get Global” tab on the Oregon Small Business Development Center Network page.
Financing a Business
Depending on whether you are starting a business, need working capital for an existing business, or looking to expand, various loan programs are available locally, as well as through the State of Oregon. Learn more about various loan programs at the links below:
- Business Oregon
- Cascades West Financial Services
- Council of Governments (COG) Business Lending for Benton County – The COG has several loan programs to fit various business financing needs.
- Microloans Expand Small Farm Finance Options
- FSA to Help Beginning and Small Farmers
