Governor's Office of Small, Minority &
Women Business Affairs

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 Business Resources


Read the latest edition of our Small Biz Bulletin:​
September 2023​



Small businesses, including those owned and operated by minorities and women, have many resources available to assist and guide them with nearly every area of business from getting started, to specialized lending offers, to technical assistance with government procurements. 

Explore the links below to help your business grow. 

Pipeline

 

     STATE PIPELINE

    FEDERAL CONTRACTING RESOURCES

 
     PUBLIC SECTOR PROJECTS & PROGRAMS


     PRIVATE SECTOR

     Opportunities 

 
    ​    Supplier & Supplier Diversity Programs
 
     BALTIMORE CITY 

     BALTIMORE COUNTY PURCHASING


     COUNTY PURCHASING PROGRAMS 

BALTIMORE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL (BMC)

 

Financial/Lending Program

Maryland State Business Resources

National Business Resources

Professional Associations & Organizations

 

Professional Resources & Technical Assistance Programs

 

Maryland State Commissions

Guides

 
How to Start​ an LLC in Maryland
https://www.simplifyllc.com/llc-formation/maryland/

​Ultimate Guide to Financial Assistance for Minority-Owned Businesses
https://www.fiscaltiger.com/minority-business-grants-and-loans/



Visit individual county, city, and municipality websites for additional information on local business regulations, business services, procurement opportunities,​ and business resources.

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