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Small Business Drives Fannin County
Many of the area’s small business owners started off as visitors and now call Fannin County home. A recent study revealed that over 70% of Fannin County businesses employ 10 or fewer employees. Community leaders realize the vital role of small business to the local economy and have made a commitment to supporting and growing small business in the area. As a result of this ongoing commitment, Fannin County was recently named the 3rd Entrepreneur Friendly Community in Georgia by the Georgia Department of Economic Development.
Below you will find a variety of resources to help you establish a new business, expand your market share, or simply improve your business acumen.
Add Value to Your Business:
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| “We’ve been growing since we opened. You couldn’t ask for a better place to live and work.”
Doyle Carder
Sisson, Dupont, & Carder |
- Review our Demographics Information to learn about our local marketplace and your target audience or contact the Fannin County Development Authority for customized market research using Claritas software.
- Visit the Financing page for more information on potential financing programs.
- Try the Incentives area to see if you qualify for state tax credits.
- View the Chamber of Commerce Business Directory for contacts and leads.
- SCORE Counselors will assist you with all aspects of business planning and development. Contact the Fannin County Development Authority to schedule an appointment.
- Looking for the perfect location? Visit our Available Property Database.
Area Resources:
Fannin County Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber is a great resource for your business. Chamber member benefits include business referrals, website, membership directory and visitor guide listings, business networking, discounted health insurance program and much more.
Fannin County Government
Visit the Fannin County website to find contact information for government offices as well as, copies of county ordinances and regulations.
Georgia Department of Labor – Blue Ridge Career Center
The Blue Ridge Career Center is a Department of Labor One Stop facility offering a variety of services for your small business including information on workplace regulations, job posting, applicant screening and hiring assistance.
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| “Since relocating from Atlanta in 2001, I’ve been overwhelmed by the fertile ground this area has proven to be for my business.”
Cindy Trimble-Kelly
Trimble Kelly Studios |
Appalachian Technical College
A wide range of educational and business assistance opportunities are offered by Appalachian Technical College. Programs range from Microsoft Office and Real Estate Pre-licensure, to Accounting and CNA. Appalachian Tech Economic Development Department can also provide low cost customized training programs to prepare your workforce.
Business Associations
Join one of the local business associations and find not only a support network of fellow business owners but, also promotional opportunities for your business. In addition to the Chamber of Commerce, the Blue Ridge Business Association and the Tri-Cities Business Association provide great networking opportunities and organize events and promotional materials for the downtown areas. In addition, the community also has active Rotary and Kiwanis chapters.
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