Business Tools

Louisiana Secretary of State

To learn more about starting or researching a business, visit the Commercial Division of the Louisiana Secretary of State website. The Commercial Division encompasses the Corporations, GeauxBiz, Administrative Services and UCC departments of the Secretary of State's office. This page is a clearinghouse for all business related information, from searching our database, filing a business online to business licensing information.

http://www.sos.la.gov/

St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office

For Sales Tax and Occupational License forms and information, visit the Sheriff’s Office website.

http://www.sbso.org/TaxesForms/PublicForms/tabid/100/Default.aspx

Metro New Orleans Sourcelink

Metro New Orleans Sourcelink provides a clearinghouse of information to connect emerging entrepreneurs and small businesses with resources tailored to fit your organization's growth needs.

Behind Metro New Orleans Sourcelink is a network of non-profits, universities, governmental entities, and fir-profit businesses that offer specialized services, counseling, seminars, classes, and financial products to help grow your business.

http://www.metronolasourcelink.com/ 

The Louisiana Small Business Development Center – Greater New Orleans Region

The Louisiana Small Business Development Center (LSBDC Network) provides low- or no-cost guidance and training for small business owners and potential owners.  Part of a statewide network supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Louisiana Economic Development and the host Universities, the LSBDC serves Louisiana businesses through confidential counseling, group training, and business information resources. Training and resources cover a variety of topics including:

• Counseling for Small Businesses
• Nuts and Bolts Training
• Writing a Business Plan
• Forms of Organization
• Business Management
• Financial Analysis
• Marketing Your Business
• Managing Your Employees

For more info, visit:

http://www.lsbdc.org/

U.S. Small Business Administration

SBA offers a variety of programs and support services to help you navigate the issues you face with your initial applications, and the resources to help after you open for business.

http://www.sba.gov/