Small Business Resources

In Osceola County, small businesses are the heartbeat of our community, and we’re committed to supporting their growth and success. We offer a wide array of resources to help local entrepreneurs thrive, from business development centers that provide expert guidance to Main Street programs that invigorate our downtown areas. Our Entrepreneur Services offer a helping hand to startups, and local chambers of commerce provide valuable networking opportunities.

But that’s not all. We also offer a direct pathway to our Small Business Guide, your one-stop resource for navigating the intricacies of business in Osceola County. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your existing business, these resources are here to empower you every step of the way. Together, we’re building a vibrant small business ecosystem, making Osceola County the ideal place for entrepreneurs to flourish and achieve their dreams.

Florida Small Business Development Center Trained and experienced consultants are available to discuss ideas and provide personalized, confidential guidance free of charge. Areas in which our consultants can help include: business planning, market research, advertising, financial analysis, loan assistance, record keeping, taxes, selling to the government, business valuation, business start-up and more. www.sbdcorlando.com/osceolacounty/

Prospera Helping Hispanic Entrepreneurs Grow. Prospera specializes in providing bilingual assistance to Hispanic entrepreneurs trying to establish or expand their business. They offer a variety of services especially designed for Hispanic small business owners, to empower them through training, consulting, grants and access to capital. Prospera Florida – Central Florida (prosperausa.org)

 

Entrepreneur Services

Greater Osceola and Central Florida offer some of the most sophisticated services available to entrepreneurs:

	UCF Business Incubator The UCF Business Incubator – Kissimmee is located in the vibrant Broadway Avenue business sector of downtown Kissimmee, and within walking distance of the Kissimmee SunRail Station, City Hall, the Osceola County courthouse, a civic center, library, and numerous retail shops and restaurants. The Kissimmee Incubator was established in October 2010, as a partnership between UCF, the City of Kissimmee, Osceola County, and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. For more information on the Kissimmee UCF Incubator, please visit https://incubator.ucf.edu/kissimmee-incubator/.
	GrowFL GrowFL is dedicated to support and accelerate the growth of second-stage companies throughout Florida, by providing their leaders with focused, efficient, and timely access to resources they deem important. Our programs provide connections with other second-stage company leaders, and to professional organizations whose expertise, experience, and products lead to the second-stage company’s continued growth and prosperity, resulting in the diversification and growth of Florida’s economy. Second-stage growth companies have at least 6 employees and $750 thousand in revenue and possess the intent and desire to grow beyond second-stage. For more information on GrowFL, please visit https://growfl.com/.
	Florida Virtual Entrepreneur Center (FLVEC) FLVEC.com is GrowFL’s state-wide business resources directory of up-and-coming entrepreneurs as endorsed by their city, county, or regional economic development agency. GrowFL is the only state agency solely focused on the continued growth and success of Florida’s second-stage CEOs, we recognize and celebrate the important role that entrepreneurs play in the state economy. To learn about the value the FLVEC directory can bring to your business, visit https://flvec.com/.

 

Chambers

	Osceola Chamber The Osceola Chamber holds regular events for members to network and market their companies. Our members also have access to professional development programs where they can gain knowledge and learn new skills to apply in their organizations. For more information visit their website: www.theosceolachamber.com/
	St. Cloud Chamber The St. Cloud Chamber gives you many opportunities to meet and work with other business leaders. Developing partnerships allows you to be a resource in your own right, as you understand what goods and services providers play an important role in the community. For more information visit their website: www.stcloudflchamber.com/
	Hispanic Chamber The Hispanic Chamber of Metro Orlando is a leading business organization in Central Florida, advocating for the local business community for over three decades. Recognized as a key economic development entity, serving as the central point of connection, fostering business success, unifying communities, and empowering business owners and professionals to drive prosperous economic growth. https://hispanicchamber.com/