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ARIZONA ENTREPRENEUR'S EDGE (full version) (PDF)

A resource guide to starting, operating and growing a business in Arizona. This guide provides general information for new business owners and serves as a reference and directory for established businesses of all sizes.

The following chapters are searchable and printable:



STARTING A BUSINESS:
BUSINESS PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Chapter 1: From Idea to Business – Business Planning and Research  (PDF)

Chapter 2: Sources of Help for Your Business – Business Assistance and Counseling  (PDF)

Chapter 3: Financing Your Business – Financial Options and Funding Sources  (PDF)



OPERATING A BUSINESS:
LICENSING, REGISTRATION AND COMPLIANCES
Chapter 4: Filing and Registering Your Business – Business Structures and Registration  (PDF)

Chapter 5: Licensing and Taxes for Your Business – Licensing Offices  (PDF)

Chapter 6: Hiring Employees and Contract Labor – Labor Guidelines and Workforce Programs  (PDF)



GROWING A BUSINESS:
PROCUREMENT AND MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES
Chapter 7: Bringing Your Technology to Market – Technology Business Development  (PDF)

Chapter 8: Marketing and Selling Your Products or Services – Procurement, Certification and More  (PDF)

Chapter 9: Community Programs and Resources – ADOC, Chambers and Associations  (PDF)