Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How do I get a business license?
A: Visit the Washington State Department of Revenue for specific business questions in Washington State. For a complete list of community-, state- and federal-business-related Web site view the Guide for Small Businesses in Washington State.
Q. What is Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)?
A. SCORE, the Service Corps of Retired Executives, is a resource partner of the United States Small Business Administration (SBA). SCORE is a national non-profit association dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth and success of the nation's small businesses. SCORE has served small businesses for more than 35 years and has more than 12,000 member volunteers operating in more than 380 chapters nationwide. The more than 100 volunteers in the Seattle Chapter are working and retired business owners, executives, educators, and professionals who donate their expertise as counselors, mentors and workshop presenters.
Visit the Seattle SCORE Web site for additional information. Contact the Clallam County Economic Development Council (EDC) to schedule an appointment with a local counselors.
Q. Do you have any grants for new businesses?
A. No.
However, we can direct you to a number of resources to discuss funding options for your business. Contact the EDC to schedule an appointment with a SCORE counselor or Small Business Development Counselor.
Q. How do I expand my existing business in Clallam County?
A. Our office can direct you to a number of resources to discuss funding options, as well as business counseling to create a business plan specifically for your business.
Contact the EDC to schedule an appointment with a SCORE counselor or Small Business Development Counselor.
