I am thinking of opening a new business in East Hartford, what do I need to do first?

We are always excited when business owners consider East Hartford for their new home. We want to make the process as easy as possible, so we bring our resources together in an introductory meeting to start you on a path to success.

Land-Use Group meetings are held as needed and are free for prospective business owners. If you are considering beginning, relocating, or expanding a business here in East Hartford, this meeting will help you learn about important issues and possible permit requirements related to the proposed business and its location.

Click here for a brochure with more details.

The State of Connecticut has a one-stop website to help you register your business with the State, keep your information up to date, and find business resources.

Click here to visit the State's business portal at business.ct.gov.

The Connecticut Small Business Development Center and the University of Hartford Entreprenurial Center are both based in East Hartford and offer resources such as free business advising, assistance with the creation of business plans, and networking opportunities.

Our Small Business 101 Video Series provides basic information about starting and growing your business, including information on how to get started, business plans, financing, state registration, marketing, and networking.  

We want to help to connect you with other resources that can provide new ideas and information to help formulate your planning. We have assembled a page of websites that can help anyone looking to start or grow a business in Connecticut.  

Click here for our Resources for Businesses & Growth page.

If you have further questions, please contact Michael Daniels, Economic Development Coordinator, at (860) 291-7299.