Resources
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Unclaimed Funds Reporting
Get information and assistance for reporting unclaimed funds.
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Vendor's Licenses
Certain retailers of goods and services are required to obtain a vendor's license or register for a seller's use tax account.
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Workers' Compensation
Ohio workers' compensation system helps employers.
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State and Federal Surplus Services
Giving surplus government property a new purpose.
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Minority Business Enterprise Program
The MBE program helps minority businesses obtain state government contracts for goods and services.
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Veteran-Friendly Business Enterprise Program
Provides preference or bonus points to certified companies that compete to contract with the state to supply the goods or services it needs, including eligible construction services.
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OhioMeansJobs
OhioMeansJobs can help employers find the right employees with ease and at no cost.
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Workforce Development
Programs to help businesses find good employees, provide job training to improve the quality of Ohio’s workforce, and more.
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Labor Market Information
Labor Market Information can help businesses make sound decisions and recruit qualified workers.
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Employment First
Explore the benefits of employing people with disabilities.
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InvestOhio
InvestOhio is a tool to infuse capital into Ohio's small businesses, helping them create jobs.
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Ohio Third Frontier
Provides access to essential business assistance, capital, and talent resources.
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Complying with Ohio Consumer Laws
Learn about Ohio's consumer protection laws.
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Start a Business
Learn about starting a business in Ohio. Follow these steps and you'll be on your way.
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Small Business Development Centers
Ohio's Small Business Development Centers exist solely to help you to start, sustain and grow your small business
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Ohio Business Gateway
Save time and money by completing transactions with government agencies online.
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Close a Business
Steps to take to officially close your business in Ohio.
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Secretary of State Business Guides
Expert guidance on setting up various types of business entities, including corporations, LLCs, nonprofits, partnerships, trademarks, and more.
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Ohio Materials Marketplace
The Ohio Materials Marketplace is a free online platform allowing businesses and organizations to connect and find reuse and recycling solutions for waste and by-product materials.
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Environmental Protection
Guidance and assistance to businesses for pollution prevention.
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Rulemaking and Review
Monitor and take part in state agency rule making.
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Business Search
Search for businesses registered to do business in the State of Ohio.
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Encouraging Diversity, Growth and Equity Program
Creating a level playing field for doing business with the state.
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Bonds, Grants, Loans, and Tax Credits
Bonds, grants, loans, and tax credits to assist Ohio companies as they grow and create jobs in Ohio.
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Energy Efficiency Program
Helping Ohio businesses, nonprofits, schools, and governments reduce energy use.
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Deputy Registrar Business Opportunity
Each year, the Ohio BMV seeks proposals for contractors to operate license agencies.
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Background Checks
Before hiring a new employee, get a background check.
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Unemployment Insurance
Resources to help Ohio employers navigate unemployment insurance.
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Certificates of Good Standing
Order a Certificate of Good Standing or a Full Force and Effect Certificate online.
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Uniform Commercial Code
File online, search UCC records, or review administrative rules.
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Ohio Business Filings Portal
Start or maintain your Ohio business online.
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New Hire Reporting
Federal and State laws require employers to report newly hired employees.
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Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity
Information concerning civil rights and equal opportunity laws and enforcement.
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Ohio Film Office
Whether it's a movie, documentary, videogame or commercial, the production can take place here in Ohio.
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Starting and Growing Your Minority Business
Resources from the State of Ohio supports the growth and sustainability of small, minority-owned, and disadvantaged businesses in Ohio.
