Small Business Development in Allen

 

The City of Allen has worked to create a pro-business environment that supports local entrepreneurs in their endeavors. The Allen Economic Development Corporation (AEDC), working in conjunction with Collin County Community College (CCCCD) and the Allen Chamber of Commerce, provides information and support to entrepreneurs actively seeking to start or grow a small business in Allen.

 

CCCCD Small Business Development Center

 

The best place to start when creating a small business is the CCCCD Small Business Development Center. CCCCD staff are available to help with the logistics of starting a small business and determining if your business can be successful.

 

The Small Business Development Center works with companies with up to 500 employees through one-on-one meetings, instructional small business seminars and training classes. The center has knowledgeable attorneys and CPAs who are willing to give entrepreneurs an hour of free consultation. The center can aid in everything from developing a business plan to hiring and managing employees, and offers access to a wide range of information and qualified business professionals.

 

The CCCCD Business Development Center is a partnership between Collin County Community College, the U.S. Small Business Administration and the State of Texas. Each of these entities can provide entrepreneurs with invaluable information on starting a small business; in addition, the Texas Department of Economic Development and tourism offers an online guide entitled "The 4 Steps to Starting a Business."

 

For more information on the CCCCD Small Business Development Center, Contact:

 

Lynn Ellis
Director of Small Business Development
972.985.3770
Box 15
4800 Preston Park Blvd.
Plano, TX 75074

E-mail: lellis@ccccd.edu
Website: http://www.ccccd.edu/bc/buscomm.html

 

 

The Allen Economic Development Corporation

 

Once you have developed a business plan and worked through the logistics of starting your business, the AEDC can provide specific information on locating your business in Allen. The AEDC serves Allen entrepreneurs by providing customized Allen demographic reports and information on available Allen retail or office space. AEDC staff can also put you in contact with local brokers, city officials, utility providers and other useful contacts that can aid in starting a business.

 

Much of this information can be easily accessed through the AEDC website. Helpful web pages include:

 

Available Allen Retail Space
Available Allen Office Space
Allen Demographic Information
Allen City Government
Zoning in the City of Allen
Allen Labor Statistics
Allen Wage/Benefit Survey
Allen Utility Providers
Allen Retail Sales Report
Taxation in Allen

 

For additional information and customized reports, please contact the AEDC:

 

Allen Economic Development Corporation
972.727.0250
100 Allentown Pkwy, Suite 211
Allen, TX 75002

 

The Allen Chamber of Commerce

 

Being connected with the surrounding business community is vital for the success of any small business. The Allen Chamber of Commerce is an important organization to contact when you are ready to move forward with your business concept.

Providing a forum for Allen business owners to interact, market their businesses and support one another, the Allen Chamber of Commerce provides businesses with contacts and business leads that would be difficult to find elsewhere. The Chamber also gives recognition to high-achieving businesses in Allen and can serve as a catalyst in getting your business started and on the path to success.

 

For additional information on the Allen Chamber of Commerce, click here, or contact the Chamber directly:

 

Sharon Mayer, President
210 W. McDermott Drive
Allen, TX 75013-2750
972-727-5585
fax 972-727-9000

Website: http://www.allenchamber.com