Starting a Business Here

“How do I start my business” is one of the most frequently asked questions that we regularly get at the Chamber.

• Start a new Business in CT - Checklist
• Starting a Food-Based Business - CT Department of Consumer Protection
• License, Permit, and Registration Forms - CT Department of Consumer Protection
• One-Stop Shop for your new CT Business: Espanol | English
• Meriden Department of Economic & Community Development: Joe Feest, Director
• CT Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in English | in Espanol
• Information on getting an Employer EIN Number in English | in Espanol
• For Connecticut tax information - Espanol |  English

Please call us if you need help! If we don't have the answer, we will connect you with someone who does.