The following Louisiana resources can help you start your small business and run it successful. Some of the perks offered by these organizations include events, licensing information, help with business planning, workshops, counseling, and guides or tools to help you in all aspects of your small business. You can find other regional small business resources here.

Louisiana Department of Revenue
Responsible for all matters taxation in the state of Louisiana.

Louisiana Economic Development – Opportunities
Louisiana Economic Development is responsible for strengthening the state’s business environment and creating a more vibrant Louisiana economy. LED carries out these responsibilities by increasing the state’s economic competitiveness, cultivating Louisiana’s top regional economic development assets, enhancing the competitiveness of local communities, helping retain and expand existing businesses, developing national-caliber business recruitment capabilities, telling the story of Louisiana’s economic renaissance and cultivating small business and entrepreneurship.

Louisiana Small Business Development Center
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.

Small Business Administration – Louisiana
Programs and services to help you start, grow and succeed.