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Build Your Business

Orange County Economic Development Partnership (OCEDP) is committed to fostering entrepreneurship and supporting small businesses. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, we’re here to help bring your business ideas to life with the resources, guidance, and networking opportunities you need to succeed.

Your Partner in Success

At OCEDP, we understand that building a business is more than just having a great idea—it’s about having the right support. That’s why we are dedicated to providing local entrepreneurs with a wide range of tools and resources, including:

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  • Business Planning: From crafting your business plan to setting achievable goals, we connect you to the partners that have the expertise to develop a roadmap for success.

  • Location Assistance: Navigating the process of finding the perfect location for your business can be challenging. Let us guide you through zoning laws, site selection, and ensuring that you’re in the right place to thrive.

  • Incentives: Explore available incentives to help reduce costs and maximize your business’s growth potential.

  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with other entrepreneurs, industry professionals, and local business leaders at events and networking opportunities throughout the county. We believe collaboration is key to success.

Local Resources at Your Fingertips

Orange County offers an array of resources to help you launch and grow your business. Our team at OCEDP will connect you with everything from funding options to industry-specific expertise. Every town within Orange County has its unique offerings, and we’re here to help you navigate the best opportunities for your business.

  • Guiding you through the first steps toward an effective start-up or expansion
    Orange County boasts a number of unique partnerships and resources that can help you launch or expand your business. Your local Orange County contact will work with you to create a bundle of business planning resources customized specifically for you that might include: Workshops and seminars addressing every stage of business development Educational materials and tools to help you develop a business plan Counseling by experienced business advisors and successful businesspeople Ready access to information about setting up a business, licensing, and permitting Training and low-interest loans for eligible businesses Technology transfer and commercialization assistance We’ll provide the scope of services that’s just right for you, by coordinating resources from these and other business planning assistance providers: Indiana Economic Development Corporation Indiana Once of Community and Rural Affairs Indiana Small Business Development Center Technology Transfer Program Procurement Technical Assistance Program
  • Helping you access the factor most associated with long-term business success: capital
    Affordable financing is critical to both new and expanding businesses-especially in today’s economy. Orange County is uniquely qualified to create a funding strategy specifically suited to your business. We are up-to-date on the ever-changing state- and federal-level funding programs, and can also put you in touch with appropriate local, county, and regional funding sources, including: Revolving loans Tax-exempt bond Loan guaranties Credit enhancement Grants Surety bonds Special purpose loans Lender programs Special assistance for early-stage companies Orange County and area companies have access to a network of venture capital firms and angel investors to accelerate the growth of early-stage companies. This frequently updated list of angel investors and Indiana’s largest venture capital firms is an excellent place to find additional funding resources. Check out the incentives section for more detailed information about grants, loans, tax credits, and other special programs.
  • A longstanding tradition of hands-on, effective workforce training
    Orange County has roots in manufacturing industries, early on with the mining of natural resources, growing into more value-added manufacturing services and diversifying into advanced manufacturing, high-technology, and defense contracting. This dynamic, proactive transition was made possible by nimble, effective workforce training to provide our hardworking labor force with the skills regional employers require. The Orange County team has established relationships with the technical and vocational schools, the colleges and universities, and educational resources serving the County. In particular, there is a Community Learning Center located in Orange County which provides customized business and industry training.

We’re Here to Help You Build Your Business

Starting and growing a business is an exciting journey—and you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out to our team today to discuss how we can help you navigate the process, access resources, and take your business to the next level. Whether you have questions or are ready to take the next step, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) wants to ensure you have the best opportunity to succeed in your business—because people like you bring jobs, innovation and progress to our state. We created the New and Small Business Education Center to help you better understand state laws, the tax-filing process, and what services are available to support you as your business evolves.

Orange Economic Development Partnership has jumpstarted our exposure by hosting our Ribbon Cutting Open House for AnoPRO LLC and inviting the community to make the introductions that will foster growth and involvement. We had the opportunity to educate the local youth about our business and local opportunities to show the wide range of employers within the county. We appreciate being more informed on grants, open houses, and local involvement from all the hard work and organization that Skylar and Chelsey do!

Matthew Knight- AnoPRO LLC Owner Paoli, IN
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