Start Up/Prospective Business Assistance
Welcome to those who are looking at starting a business in West Central Texas. There are many economic development partners that work together to help make your new business a reality. Our goal is to help provide information or direct you to resources that will provide the information you need. Some of the resources you can expect are basics of starting a business, the business plan, the loan proposal, financing opportunities for your business, knowing what permits, regulations, and licenses are needed, just to name a few.
ASU SBDC
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Angelo State University offers free services in such areas as:
- developing a loan proposal and business plan
- market research and analysis
- managing employees
- financing opportunities
- doing business with the government.
The ASU SBDC provides on-line training courses as well as workshops and seminars on issues common to all business owners.
In addition, the ASU SBDC provides assistance on international trade issues for companies looking to expand their markets.
One of the most helpful documents the ASU SBDC provides for those wanting to start a business is the "Starting a Business in San Angelo Guide" which is provided free of charge.
CVCED
The Concho Valley Center for Entrepreneurial Development (CVCED), The Business Incubator, helps starting businesses by providing space and shared services under one roof with the purpose of helping business grow and succeed.
The CVCED can provide mentoring through the expertise of the CVCED Board of Directors as well as small business assistance provided in-house or through referrals from many different resource partners.
Another advantage to businesses housed in the CVCED are the synergies and information sharing that take place when entrepreneurs are all working under one roof.
Workforce Solutions of the Concho Valley and
Concho Valley Workforce Development Board
202 Henry O. Flipper
San Angelo, TX 76903
325.653.2321
800.996.7589 (toll-free)
325.655.4649 (fax)
Concho Valley Workforce Development Board
36 East Twohig Suite 805
San Angelo, TX 76903
325.655.2005
The Workforce Solutions for the Concho Valley can provide assistance with locating qualified employees for your business or training those you already have. You can directly post job vacancy notices on the Work In Texas site, and also conduct a search to match job seekers to the qualifications required for your available jobs. Workforce Solutions also sponsors job fairs that can be for all local employers or tailored for specific industries. To request information on job fairs or other services, just submit an information request form.
Chamber of Commerce
Phil Neighbors
President & CEO
418 West Avenue B
San Angelo, TX 76903
325.655.4136
877.655.4136 (toll-free)
325.658.1110 (fax)
The San Angelo Chamber of Commerce provides assistance and services to new members such as free advertising; high visibility through membership directory and numerous networking events; and various sponsorship opportunities through the year. The Economic Development Division can provide vital information on available buildings, incentives and abatements among other areas of information.
Visit our Area Information page for other Chambers of Commerce in the Concho Valley/West Texas region.