Introduction

The Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development’s Small & Minority Business Branch congratulates you on your desire to start or expand your own small business.

We strongly believe that you must plan if you wish to have a successful small business that will survive and grow. To start, determine the most appropriate stage of your current entrepreneurial journey. Once you determine your proper stage, we trust you will utilize the resources that are available to you.

The resources listed here are not the only ones available. We encourage you to be aggressive in networking with others that may be of benefit to your business.

We wish you well in your endeavor.

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