Powering the creation, growth, and success of small business in North Dakota.
Categories: Stakeholders
Greetings, Across North Dakota, rural businesses continue to play an essential role in the communities they serve. While economic development conversations often focus on attracting new industries and investment, the long-term strength of many communities also depends on something much closer to home: locally owned small businesses. According to the United Health Foundation’s America’s Health […]
Categories: Secretary of State, Small Business Resources
Written by the Secretary of State staff A registered agent is an individual or professional company designated to receive official mail, tax documents, and legal notices (like lawsuits) on behalf of your business. North Dakota law requires LLCs, corporations, and partnerships to appoint a registered agent to ensure a reliable point of contact at all […]
Written by Nicole Evans, Grand Forks Center Director Many small business owners spend most of their time focused on daily operations, serving customers, managing employees, and keeping things running smoothly. While these responsibilities are important, taking time to review your financial performance each year is just as critical to long-term success. An annual financial analysis […]
Welding a Future in Rural North Dakota LEEDS – For Derrek Leapaldt, welding has never been just a job. It has been a steady goal in the background of his life since graduating from the welding program at North Dakota State College of Science in 2008. Business ownership was always part of the plan. After […]
The University of North Dakota was recently recognized as an Innovation & Economic Prosperity (IEP) University, a designation that reflects a strong commitment to supporting economic growth, strengthening partnerships, and expanding impact across North Dakota. This recognition is the result of a collaborative, multi-year effort to better understand and enhance how UND engages with businesses […]
By: Keith Olson, Williston Center Director At the SBDC, we work with small business owners every day. These are hardworking individuals who have poured years, sometimes decades, into building something from the ground up. Whether it is a local restaurant, HVAC service, repair shop, or professional firm, many of these businesses revolve around one person, […]
Supporting small businesses across an entire state takes more than programs and resources. It takes insight, experience, and leaders who understand the challenges businesses face every day. At the ND SBDC, that perspective comes from our State Advisory Board, which plays an important role in helping guide our direction and strengthen our impact across North […]
Reviving Community Gathering Places in Rural North Dakota VALLEY CITY – Brian Gullickson describes himself as an entrepreneur at heart. For years, he envisioned owning a bar and restaurant that would serve as more than a business. He wanted to create a place where people gather, connect, and build community. In 2023, he purchased and […]
Understanding your tax responsibilities is an essential part of starting and running a business. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers a range of resources to assist small business owners in navigating requirements, staying compliant, and avoiding common mistakes. Taking time to understand these responsibilities early can save time, money, and stress as your business grows. […]
Categories: Advisor Knowledge Base
By: Sarah Nagel, Southwest Center Director Owning a small business can be exciting, rewarding, and sometimes overwhelming. Challenges like slow sales, staffing issues, or unexpected expenses can make it hard to stay motivated. But resilience, the ability to bounce back and keep going, is a skill that every successful business owner develops over time. Reconnect […]