Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Business One-Stop Shop is a website for conducting business in the state of Pennsylvania. It provides valuable information about starting a company, financial incentives, employee compensation, and state taxes. Other services include business registration and online assistance.

The Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry is an advocacy organization that represents businesses in Pennsylvania. Aside from assisting businesses in meeting regulatory standards, the chamber also holds conferences that address a variety of issues, such as innovation and environmental laws. This site also provides the details of the legislative agenda and publications such as an economic survey.

The Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) is a one-stop business resource for the state of Pennsylvania. Focused primarily on business assistance, its site contains information on topics such as international business, financial aid, and technology investments.

The Pennsylvania International Trade Guide is provided by the World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia and details advice and solutions for doing business internationally. Resources include a readiness assessment and export tutorials on export basics, finance, logistics, culture, legal and marketing aspects. Export tutorials are intended for businesses new to exporting as well as experienced companies looking to expand into new markets. Free registration is required to access these tutorials.

The Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) provide education and free consulting services to entrepreneurs and small business owners. Pennsylvania's SBDC website provides information about specific services provided, events, and center locations. The resources section of the website includes detailed information on starting a business, growth, continuity, and survival. 

The Temple University Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) helps promote international business and commerce, as well as global competitiveness through education and research. It provides a journal of international business management and it holds various events on international business.

This document defines Pennsylvania’s laws pertaining to freedom of contract and franchises and is a part of a series of documents on trade law reports. It also discusses the Commissioned Sales Representative Act and Pennsylvania’s economic background. Prepared by: Fox Rothschild LLP.

The World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia helps businesses take advantage of globalization by targeting opportunities, developing a market entry strategy, and identifying partners to sell into worldwide markets. The center's website contains information about the services and programs it provides, upcoming events, and an essential guide to exporting.