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Is entrepreneurship for you?

Starting your own business is a challenging proposition. More than 1.25 million businesses are started in the U.S. each year, and almost 80 percent fail within five years. In order to assist you in becoming an entrepreneur, the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce, Milwaukee Department of City Development, Foley & Lardner and U.S. Bank Milwaukee have collaborated on this New Business Guide.

Of course, those people who start businesses are among the greatest contributors to our society. Entrepreneurs improve the quality of life by satisfying consumer needs and creating jobs. In fact, more than 65 percent of all new jobs in the U.S. are created by small business. Small business owners also provide community leadership, tackling some of the toughest issues facing society. Starting your own business can be very rewarding. While you prosper financially and professionally, all of society benefits from your efforts.

>> View New Business Planning Guide 

BizStarts Milwaukee
BizStarts developed the first seamless, region-wide approach to assisting entrepreneurs in southeastern Wisconsin back in 2008. Now, it supports more than 1,000 entrepreneurs and continues to have a positive impact in stimulating healthy, vibrant economic development.

From small stores to scalable start-ups, BizStarts can provide the tools and resources that clear the path to success. They also provide an opportunity for smart, successful business leaders, volunteers and mentors to help the Milwaukee community. By sharing their knowledge, providing their services, and contributing their time and donations, anyone can all help build a brighter future for business in Milwaukee. Support is just a conversation away. Learn more about how BizStarts can help connect you at bizstarts.com.
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  • JOIN
  • Membership
    • The benefits of joining
    • Member Appreciation Tour
    • Member directory >
      • Member Spotlights
      • Talent Solutions Directory
    • What we do >
      • Talent >
        • Ranking Milwaukee County Schools
        • Education recommendations
        • Technology Education & Literacy in Schools (TEALS)
        • Career-based learning experiences
      • Growth
      • Livability
      • Equity
      • Peer metro comparison
    • Cost saving programs >
      • Health insurance plan
      • Office supply discount program
      • Certificates of origin
    • Events >
      • 2023 All Member Meeting >
        • 2021 All Member Meeting
      • 2023 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Summit
      • Replay: Take 10 series
      • Replay: Race Bridge Series
      • Talent Solution Series
      • Emerging Leaders Series
      • Global Business Insights Series
      • Member Orientation
      • Replay: The Business of MKE Series
    • For members only >
      • Fall 2022 Impact Report
      • Sponsorship
      • Advertising
    • Need more info?
  • Networks
    • Leadership Council
    • President's Huddle
    • Executive roundtable program
    • FUEL Milwaukee for young professionals
    • Future 50 Awards Program
    • Networking Forum for referrals
    • Region of Choice Initiative
    • Roundtables for high-growth companies
    • World Trade Association
  • Advocacy
    • Local & State Priorities
    • 2021-2022 Legislative Scorecard >
      • Senate Votes
      • Assembly Votes
    • Funding Local Governments
    • Miller Park economic impact study
    • Wisconsin State Legislature
    • K-12 Education Recommendations
  • Economic Development
    • Attracting or expanding businesses in the MKE region >
      • Milwaukee 7 Partnership
    • Supporting local startups >
      • MKE Venture Mentoring Service
      • M7 Venture Capital Fund
      • New business planning guide
    • Milwaukee Development Corp. >
      • Rebuild & Revitalize Program
    • Milwaukee Urban Strategic Investment Corp. (MUSIC)
    • Milwaukee EB-5 Visa program
  • Metro MKE
    • 2023 Navigate Business MKE
    • State of Manufacturing
    • Business outlook survey
    • Economic trends
    • Local media listings
    • Major employers in metro Milwaukee
    • Metro Milwaukee demographics
    • Order a publication
    • Relocating a business
  • About
    • Board of directors
    • Career Opportunities at MMAC
    • Staff
    • Milwaukee Commerce magazine
    • News
    • Members of the media >
      • Recent Media Coverage
    • Scholarships for minority students