Starting A Business In Marquette Can Be Easy


1. Contact A Local Economic Development Agency For Guidance:

Marquette Dowtown Development Authority: Provides information on Available Locations, Local Demographics, Market Research Information, Public Parking and Facilities.
Executive Director: Mona Lang
      Phone: 906-228-9475
      220 West Washington St., Suite 410
      Marquette, MI

Downtown Marquette Association

Provides Buisness Support, Promotes Downtown, coordinates and Sponsors Events, and Networking Contacts.
Promotional Director: Kathy Weber
      Phone:906-228-6288
      220 West Washington St., Suite 410
      Marquette, MI
      www.downtownmarquette.org

Northern Initiatives

Can assist you with Business Loans and Consulting Services.       Phone: 906-228-5571
      228 West Washington St., Marquette, MI
      www.northerninitiatives.com

Michigan Works:

Provides assistance in Buisness Startup Education, Training, and Employment.
      Phone: 906-228-3075
      1498 O'Dovero Dr, Marquette, MI
      www.michiganworks.org

Small Business Information Center:

Offers Federal Loans, Grants, and provides Local Funding Sources, Technical Assistance, and Resource Assistance
      Phone: 800-268-2678

County Chamber Office:

Provides Technical Services for start up businesses
      Phone: Locally 906-226-6591
      (Directly 800-562-9828)

 2. Conduct A Market Study:

  • Research community demographics
  • Find a Niche within the community
  • Adhere to the communities current needs
  • Study Your Competitors

3. Develop Your Business Plan:

- The importance of a comprehensive, thoughtful business plan cannot be overemphasized. A Buisness Plan creates a foundation for: outside funding, credit from suppliers, management of your operation and finances, promotion and marketing of your business, and achievement of your goals and objectives.

  1. Description of business
  2. Marketing
  3. Competition
  4. Opening Procedures
  5. Personnel
  6. Insurance

4. Visit The Marquette City Community Development Office:

  • Familiarize yourself with applicable local Ordinances and Zoning Restrictions that may effect your business
  • Check Zoning restrictions for business type
  • If applicable, apply for a Business License according to the business type
  • Apply for a Sign Permit, if applicable

      Phone: 906-228-0430
      300 West Baraga, Marquette, MI
      www.mqtcty.org

5. Establish A Location:

  • Contact the DDA office for available locations.
  • If plans include improvements or changes of building use contact:
    • Marquette County Code Enforcement Office
            906-225-8180
    • Marquette City Fire Department:
            906-228-0410
6. Organize Your Finances/Loan Assistance:

- Check Local Financial Institutions, Banks, and Credit Unions to compare lending rates and loan structures.

7. If Serving Food/Beverages, Contact The Marquette County Health Department:
      Phone: 906-475-9977

8. Apply For A State Sales Tax License With The State Of Michigan Treasury Department:
      www.michigan.gov/treasury

9. Apply For A Federal Tax Number With The Internal Revenue Service:
      Phone: 906-228-7845
      1055 West Baraga, Marquette, MI
      www.irs.gov/businesses

10. Visit The County Clerks Office:
- Register business's name
      Phone: 906-225-8338
      234 West Baraga, Marquette, MI
      www.co.marquette.mi.us

11. Contact Local Utilities To Establish Service:
- Gas, Phone, Water, and Electric

12. Purchase Downtown Parking Permits

13. Advertise Your Business And It's Grand Opening:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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