Welcome to Business Matters!
 Your One-Stop Resource for New and Growing Businesses

Frequently Asked Questions | Preguntas Frecuentes 
 

  Locate small business Resources and Services for Seminole County and the Greater Orlando area through the Library's Business Matters page. Connect with local business professionals and organizations, do market research, find financing, sign up for free business seminars, locate forms, books, and more.

Market and Grow Your Business! 
Special Workshop on Thursday May 24 only
Give your business a boost! Learn how to use the library's ReferenceUSA to identify new sales prospects, create customized business & consumer marketing lists, define delivery routes, and more. A workshop for small business owners who are ready to grow their business! FREE. No Registration Required. More details (PDF).

2:00-3:00 p.m. at Northwest Branch Library, 580 Greenway Boulevard, Lake Mary, FL 32746.For more information, call 407.665.1640 .

6:00-7:00 p.m. at Central Branch Library, 215 N. Oxford Road, Casselberry, FL 32707. For more information, call 407.665.1500.
 

Small Business Startup Information
Begin with our Small Business Startup page to get an overview and answers to Frequently Asked Questions.  Topics include business plans, regulations, financing, licensing & more.  Use the handy Checklist to assist you with the steps. 

Free Seminars
Sign up for one of our informative Small Business Seminars to get you started in your entrepreneurial quest.  Seminars are offered at various branches in the Spring and Fall.

Books -  Electronic Resources -  Magazines & Newspapers
Search for business books in the Seminole County Library, access premium Electronic Resources, get business-related articles from Magazines & Newspapers, find Business Bestsellers, and explore our collection of E-books.

Forms
Access the necessary Tax and General Business Forms for doing business in Florida.

Investment and Financial Information
Tools to help you with your Investment and Finance needs.

Networking & Local Support
Make connections with local business professionals and organizations that offer personal assistance to entrepreneurs.

Research & Statistics
Market research is one of the keys to starting and/or growing a successful business. Through our Business Matters page, you can find Demographics & Economic Statistics, access trusted Electronic Resources, and get business-related articles from Magazines & Newspapers.
 

Ask Your Librarian
Have questions? Our Reference Librarians are here to help you
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