BUSINESS BOOTCAMP
Business Resources
Are You Looking to Start a New Business?
The Sylvester-Worth County Chamber has put together a variety of resources to help you on your journey to being an entrepreneur! Please look through all of the following links for help with all things business related.
Getting Started
Starting a Business
Small Business Development Center
Register for multiples classes teaching you all of the important tools and resources a business owner needs to establish a solid foundation.
Start a Small Business
Georgia.org
Learn about getting your business license, labor laws, permits, the best tax structure for your business, and more!
US Chamber of Commerce
Stay in the know about new insights and trends coming to the Small Business world in 2024!
Growing Your Business
Assistance, Support, and Advice
Georgia Department of Economic Development
Find access to capital, industry knowledge, export assistance, and connections to other experts.
Growing a Business
Small Business Development Center
Find classes and training on things such as GrowSmart, QuickBooks, and much more.
Financial Help
Credits, Loans, and Foundations
Georgia.org
Find information about multiple loans, credit opportunities, and foundations made toward helping small business
Getting Online
Google for Small Business
Google
Bring your business to life online with Google for Small Business. You are able to get a web address, get a business email, build a website, and show up on Google.
Women-Owned Small Business
Resources, Finances, and More
Georgia.org
Georgia is ranked #5 in the US for the greatest number of women-owned firms and #2 in growth in the number of women-owned firms. This link offers multiple resources on finance, certification, procurement, and networking opportunities.
Minority Owned Small Business
Minority Business Enterprise Certification
Georgia.org
If you are African American, Asian American, Native American, Pacific Islander, or Hispanic/Latino, use this link to help be certified as a Minority Business Enterprise. This link also lists the benefits of being certified.
Captial, Coaching, and Connection
ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs
ACE is focused on providing help to women and minority owned small businesses.
"More than 70% of the loans in our current portfolio are deployed to BIPOC (Black and indigenous people of color) entrepreneurs, 60% to women business owners, and 33% to low-to-moderate income entrepreneurs."
Youth-Oriented Resources
Programs and Resources
Georgia.org
Find school programs, mentoring programs, and financing opportunities.
Veteran Owned Business
Georgia.org
This link will help veterans find funding, mentorships, and other tools to help them with their business.
Licensing, Zoning, and Permitting
City of Sylvester - (229) 776-8505
City of Poulan - (229) 776-4097
City of Warwick - (229) 535-6256
Town of Sumner - (229) 776 -7384
Worth County Zoning & Permitting
(229) 776-8202
Worth County Health Department
(229) 777-2150
Worth County EDA - (229) 776-7599
Need Help to Create Policy & Procedures?
One Digital can help with handbooks, policies, procedures, compliance, payroll solutions, and more!
Contact Will Peterson with One Digital at (229) 347-6289 if you have any questions
Searching for Employees?
As a member of the Chamber of Commerce, we advertise any job openings your business may have. If you have a job listing, please fill out the Google Form below!
Looking for More Professional Development?
Join Leadership Worth!
Leadership Worth is an interactive and informative program that offers current and future leaders skill building, leadership development, and a comprehensive look at Worth County.
Additional Resources
CONTACT
info@swcountychamber.com
M-F: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
P: (229) 776–7718
F: (229) 776-7719
