Q. I want to start my own business. Can you help me?

The following local organizations will help local entrepreneurs and small business start-ups with taxes, business planning, getting loans, and other activities:

Starting a New Business - Economic Development and Innovation

Small Business Development Center

2153 SE Hawthorne Rd Ste #126, Gainesville FL 32641

866-998-8332

Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce

300 E University Ave, Gainesville FL 32601

352-378-7300 x323

Gainesville Technology Enterprise Center

2153 SE Hawthorne Rd, Ste #101, Gainesville FL 32641

352-393-6000

Santa Fe Center for Innovation and Economic Development

3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville FL 32606

352-395-5896