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Tennessee Small Business Resources
TN — 7 essential resources for small businesses
Access key government agencies and support organizations in Tennessee. These resources provide business registration, tax guidance, workforce programs, and economic development support to help your small business thrive.
Tennessee Resources
Tennessee SBDC
Free business consulting and training for Tennessee small businesses.
tsbdc.org/
Tennessee Secretary of State - Business Services
Business entity registration, annual reports, and corporate filings.
sos.tn.gov/business-services
Tennessee Department of Revenue
State tax registration, franchise and excise tax, and business tax information.
www.tn.gov/revenue.html
Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Workforce development, unemployment insurance, and employment services.
www.tn.gov/workforce.html
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
Business incentives, site selection, and economic development programs.
www.tnecd.com/
Tennessee Emergency Management Agency
Emergency preparedness and disaster response resources.
www.tn.gov/tema.html
IRS Business Resources - Tennessee
Official IRS landing page linking to the jurisdiction's business registration, tax, licensing, labor, procurement, and SBDC resources.
www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/tennessee
National Resources
In addition to Tennessee-specific resources, these national programs provide free counseling, mentoring, and funding support.
SBA Local Assistance Finder
Find free business counseling, training, and funding resources near you through the U.S. Small Business Administration.
SCORE Mentor Finder
Connect with experienced volunteer business mentors for free one-on-one counseling, workshops, and expert advice.
APEX Accelerators Directory
Locate your nearest APEX Accelerator (formerly PTAC) for help winning government contracts and navigating procurement.
SBA District Office Directory
Find your local SBA district office for information on SBA loans, disaster assistance, and business development programs.
SBDC National Finder
Locate your nearest Small Business Development Center for free business consulting, training, and market research assistance.
America's SBDC - State Directors
Directory of state SBDC directors - useful when you need to escalate or reach regional SBDC leadership directly.
Women's Business Centers
SBA-supported network of Women's Business Centers offering training, counseling, and funding access for women entrepreneurs.
MBDA Business Centers
Minority Business Development Agency centers providing specialized counseling, access to capital, and contract opportunities for minority-owned businesses.
USDA Rural Development - Local Area Offices
Find your local USDA Rural Development office for rural business grants, loans, and community program support.
IRS State Government Websites
Official IRS hub linking to every state's business registration, tax, licensing, labor, and procurement portals in one place.
NASS Corporate Registration Directory
National Association of Secretaries of State directory pointing you to every state's official business registration and corporate filing portal.
SBA Register Your Business
Step-by-step SBA guide covering business registration, structure selection, EIN application, and federal tax setup.