Small & Growing Businesses

Small business is a vital force in New York's economy. Employing more than half of New York's private sector workforce and accounting for 99 percent of new business creation, small businesses are critical to the state's ability to create jobs and opportunities for its residents.

New York has taken aggressive steps to promote small business growth. By cutting taxes, red tape and workers' compensation costs and reducing the cost of unemployment insurance and health care, New York is helping small businesses become even more competitive.

Empire State Development provides programs, services and incentives specifically designed to help small business entrepreneurs maximize their opportunities for success. These include resources like www.nylovessmallbiz.com, New York's one-stop-shop for small businesses looking to start or expand in our State. This comprehensive web site allows small businesses to connect to all the various State government resources available to assist their operations.

Visit the web site or call us at 1-800-STATE NY to find out how we can help your enterprise succeed.