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Your All-in-One Guide to Wyoming Small Business

Find Events, Resources, Funding, and Each Other​

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Explore tools, funding, events, and connections—tailored to help you ignite your idea, navigate the journey, and thrive in the Cowboy State.

Wyoming Chamber Support

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Your Resource Library

Packed with trusted links to business tools, government sites, funding sources, and mentorship programs—all designed to help your Wyoming business launch, scale, and succeed.

Starting Your Business?

Business Registration:

Start by registering your business with the Wyoming Secretary of State. You'll find easy-to-use forms and helpful FAQs.

Permitting & Licensing:

The Wyoming Business Council offers guidance on local, state, and federal permits and licenses required for your industry.

Legal Guidance:

Learn the differences between forming an LLC, sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation. The Wyoming SBDC Network can walk you through the pros and cons.

Growing Your Business?

Marketing & Digital Tools:

Access workshops, toolkits, and expert consultants through the Wyoming SBDC and SCORE Wyoming chapters.

Workforce & Development Training:

Tap into programs offered by Wyoming Workforce Services for hiring support, job training grants, and apprenticeships.

Local Networking:

Connect with other business leaders through your local Chamber of Commerce, small business expos, and statewide pitch competitions.

Funding Your Business?

Grants & Loans:

Find financing through Wyoming Business Council’s funding programs, federal SBA loans, or local revolving loan funds.

Tax Incentives:

Explore tax incentives and deductions through the Wyoming Department of Revenue. Wyoming offers no state income tax and provides multiple exemptions for industries like manufacturing and data centers.

Financial Planning:

Get help building your budget, managing cash flow, and planning for growth with free support from Wyoming SBDC.

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Your one-stop shop for launching and leveling up your business in Wyoming.

Wyoming Small Business & Economic Development Organizations

The voice of Wyoming business and industry.

Supports local leaders, businesses, and communities through innovative programs, resources, and partnerships.

WEDA provides leadership and advocacy to foster economic development in Wyoming.

SBDC is a partnership between the University of Wyoming, the Wyoming Business Council, and the U.S. SBA to help you start, grow, reinvent, or exit your business.

Empowers entrepreneurs, especially women, through counseling, training, and micro-finance programs to start, expand, and sustain micro-businesses in Wyoming.

A partnership between University of Wyoming, state community colleges, Wyoming Business Council, Department of Workforce Services, and Wyoming Department of Education focused on developing solutions that support and enhance Wyoming’s economy, workforce, and sources of revenue.

Provides innovation-driven business incubators in Laramie and Casper, committed to growing and strengthening Wyoming’s entrepreneurial community.

Assists Wyoming manufacturers and producers in all aspects of improving top-line potential and bottom-line growth.

Complete set of employment tools for job seekers in Wyoming. Search jobs, create resumes, find education and training.

Assists local Wyoming agencies and individuals in gaining technical transportation knowledge.

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Local chambers of commerce are your front-line advocates—supporting small business, driving economic growth, and building strong local connections that matter.

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Your pathway to professional practice in Wyoming.

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The structure, regulation, and resources that keep our state running smoothly, efficiently, and entrepreneur-friendly.

Wyoming State Departments

Provides administrative support and information services to ensure efficient state government operations.

​Supports and regulates the state's agriculture industry while promoting consumer protection and natural resource stewardship.

Conducts financial audits and regulatory oversight of local governments and public entities to ensure accountability.

Manages adult correctional institutions and supervises offenders to promote public safety and rehabilitation.

Oversees public K–12 education and implements educational policies and standards across the state.

Provides IT infrastructure and cybersecurity services to support government agencies.

Regulates and protects Wyoming’s air, land, and water to ensure a healthy environment.

Offers social services including child protection, foster care, adoption, and economic assistance to families in need.

Enforces fire safety codes and electrical licensing to protect citizens and property.

Conserves wildlife and manages hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation resources.

Delivers public health programs, healthcare services, and supports for vulnerable populations.

Regulates the insurance industry and protects consumers through oversight and education.

Collects taxes and ensures compliance to fund state and local government services.

Preserves Wyoming’s cultural heritage and manages state parks and historic sites.

Promotes Wyoming as a travel destination to support the state’s tourism economy.

Oversees the state’s transportation infrastructure including highways, driver licensing, and vehicle services.

Supports the Wyoming National Guard and coordinates emergency and homeland security efforts.

Manages state trust lands and natural resources to generate revenue for public institutions.

Complete set of employment tools for job seekers in Wyoming. Search jobs, create resumes, find education and training.

Protects and regulates the state’s livestock industry through disease prevention, brand inspection, and animal health programs.

Regulates public utilities to ensure safe, reliable, and reasonably priced services for Wyoming consumers.

Oversees business registrations, elections, securities regulation, and official state records.

Manages the appropriation and distribution of Wyoming’s water resources in accordance with state law.

Provides geologic information and research to support natural resource management, hazard mitigation, and economic development.

Plans and funds water development projects to ensure adequate water supply for Wyoming’s current and future needs.

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Additional Resources

Connects job seekers with employment opportunities and supports employers with workforce development solutions.

Promotes Wyoming’s scenic beauty, outdoor adventures, and cultural attractions to drive tourism and economic growth.

Wyoming’s flagship public university offering comprehensive higher education, research, and outreach to serve the state and beyond.

Provides affordable housing solutions and financial assistance to support homeownership and community development.

Offers data-driven projections and analysis of Wyoming’s economic trends to guide policy and planning.

Regulates the legal profession, provides continuing education, and supports justice and ethics among Wyoming’s attorneys.

Skyscrapers

Federal tools, funding, and mentorship programs designed to help you start, grow, and scale.

National Small Business Assistance Organizations

Everything that you need to know to start, run, and grow your own business.

The SBA offers informative content, interactive online tools, and a video library for entrepreneurs.

Small business resources for laws, policies, and regulations.

Find resources for real estate, technology, and government buying and selling.

Oversees legislation and issues related to America's small businesses, including access to capital, federal contracting, and regulatory matters.

FinCEN small business resources, including BOI and CTA requirements.

The IRS has a helpful hub for small business tax forms, tips, and answers.

Looking to land a government contract? These folks can help you navigate the process.

Get the latest industry trends, research, and networking opportunities.

Nearly 1,000 SBDC locations nationwide offering free consulting, affordable training, and ready-to-use templates.

Tools for financial planning, cybersecurity, and long-term growth.

Grants, scholarships, and expert advice just for solo-preneurs and micro-businesses.

From legal help to lobbying power, NFIB keeps you informed and protected.

The leading national voice and resource for igniting the economic power of women’s entrepreneurship.

The leading association for women and small businesses seeking access to government contracts.

Fostering growth for America's minority business enterprises.

A driving force for the advancement of Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses.

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Tookits and learning opportunities that sharpen your skills and grow your confidence as an entrepreneur.

Small Business Learning Resources

Helps entrepreneurs grow their businesses by offering a free practical business training program, access to capital, and personalized support services.

Free, self-paced courses from one of the best tech/business schools in the world.

Free mentorship from experienced business pros, plus webinars and resources backed by the SBA.

Provides free resources, ideal for both aspiring and established entrepreneurs, including live events, podcasts, and on-demand classes.

Provides free-to-access lessons to help start or grow your business and create a business profile. 

A cloud-based customer relationship management (CRM) tool offering free and paid courses.

A professional-focused social media platform used to showcase your company and build relationships with business customers and future employees.

Offers guidance through an expansive library of over 20,000 courses about branding, lead generation, and hiring.

Offers comprehensive insights into starting salaries, hiring trends, and in-demand skills across various industries, including finance, technology, marketing, and administrative support.

Provides access to ample financial and educational tools to help establish, sustain, and expand online businesses.

Manage human resources effectively with a free membership and resources.

A one-stop resource center for entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to access coaching, networking and funding opportunities, and educational content.

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