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New Businesses

New Businesses

Starting a small business takes planning, patience, persistance and perspiration. In other words, starting your own business is not an easy task! Planning can be one of the most important steps taken in developing a successful small business.

As you venture down the path of starting your own business it requires you to complete a number of steps and make some very important decisions. The good news is that you do not have to go it alone, we have provided you with online tools to help you get your business started. If you find that you need extra assistance feel free to contact one of our business advisors or fill out our online request for counseling

Brad Bapst - bapst.4@osu.edu 
Ryan Mapes - mapes.281@osu.edu
Melissa Carter - carter.1094@osu.edu

Melanie Sherman - sherman.1675@osu.edu