Start a Business

Starting a business is challenging, but we are here to help you make your business dream a reality.

Learn what it takes to:

City Programs & Initiatives

Interagency effort providing a sole point of contact to cut through red tape.

Your one-stop resource for opening or operating a business in New York City.

Access free services to start, operate, and grow a small business.

Prepare your business for emergencies and get support after a disruption.

Legislation signed into law to further address and prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.

Initiative to help create equity of opportunity by advancing Black entrepreneurship.

Empowering women to start, operate, and grow businesses.

Learn to plan, finance, market, & manage your business through online courses from industry experts.