Choose Delaware.
Delaware is an ideal place to start a business due to its business-friendly environment, accessible local and government leadership, highly-educated workforce, healthy infrastructure, and proximity to major Mid-Atlantic cities, especially New Castle County.
Where to begin:
State of Delaware Guide & One Stop
The registration and licensing portal for businesses operating in the State of Delaware
Delaware Division of Small Business
Delaware has a dedicated agency committed to helping businesses get started and grow in Delaware.
Emerging Enterprise Center
An initiative of the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce the incubator and accelerator program offers 5000 sq. ft. of affordable office and co-working space, conference rooms, professional business development, expert mentorships, office amenities and connections that are vital to the success of new business start-ups and entrepreneurs.
Delaware Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
For over 35 years, the Delaware SBDC provides free professional consulting services, training, and resources to help startups and small businesses grow and succeed.
SCORE Delaware
SCORE Delaware mentors are highly successful and seasoned business professionals and entrepreneurs with the experience and knowledge to help you achieve your small business goals.
Small Business Administration (SBA)
Delaware SBA services include funding programs, counseling, federal contracting certifications, and disaster recovery. They also connect you to our partner organizations, lenders, and other community groups that help small businesses succeed.
Delaware Prosperity Partnership
Created in 2017, Delaware Prosperity Partnership (DPP) is the nonprofit state economic development agency that leads Delaware’s economic development efforts to attract, grow and retain businesses; build a stronger entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem; and to support private employers in identifying, recruiting and developing talent in Delaware. The DPP team’s services include working with prospects to review potential sites, cost-of-living details and funding opportunities, including available tax credits and incentives.
Delaware Business and Startup Resource Map
Delaware ecosystem map and analytics tools provides startups with information about resources available both in and outside of Delaware to help them create, launch, or grow their business.
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More than one-half of Fortune 500 are incorporated in Delaware.