Resources for businesses

Information Resources for Businesses

Department of Employment and Economic Development
The DEED provides a variety of publications,as well as the DEED Business Services that include targeted consultation with Regional Marketing Representatives and Business Services Representatives. To access a listing of links that covers everything from assistive technology to workplace posters, click here.

Unemployment Insurance Information

Minnesota Workforce Centers A suite of links to programs, primarily for job-seekers.

Minnesota Secretary of State
The Minnesota Secretary of State provides business and non-profit forms, and various other online services including registering your business name. http://www.sos.state.mn.us/

United States Small Business Administration
Counseling, training, and technical assistance to entrepreneurs who wish to start, operate and/or expand their businesses. Free online training courses. Specific SBA information for Minnesota. Disaster planning and resources

Minnesota Attorney General's Office A suite of resources that includes information about scams, charities, and various legal issues.

Training resources

Rochester Community and Technical College - Business and Workforce Education, a source of customized training in southeastern Minnesota.