Oklahoma businesses benefit from low state sales tax.
We can assist by stacking state incentives with county and municipal offerings.
Oklahoma offers many state incentives aimed at aiding expanding businesses.
Access to government contracting at Indian Capital Technology Center, Coweta through the APEX Program.
Oklahoma Small Business Development Center advises business owners in many areas including financial analysis, capital sources, business planning, operations, industry research, international trade, commercial finance, human resources, accounting, etc.
Service Corps of Retired Executives) is there to support and offer assistance where needed in any stage of business. From their nationally known mentorship program to their regular educational opportunities, SCORE advocates for small businesses every day.
The Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance is a support group, advocate, and resource base for small manufacturers in the state of Oklahoma.
The Oklahoma New Product Development Center (NPDC) assists Oklahoma companies with their manufacturing, product development, processes, and provides business analysis services to complement the product development process and guide the marketing communications campaigns created for companies.
The Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST) was established by the Oklahoma legislature to help grow and diversify the state’s economy through technology development, technology transfer and technology commercialization. OCAST funds basic research, applied research and internships through the Oklahoma Health Research, Oklahoma Applied Research Support, Plant Science and Faculty and Student Intern Partnerships programs.
Building a more equitable economy through entrepreneurship. StitchCrew is not focused on helping the next big unicorn. We’d rather help hundreds of diverse entrepreneurs learn the basics of how to scale sustainably while connecting them to an extended network so they can gain leverage.
Innovation, Technology & Entrepreneurship (INTENT) is a Tulsa-based initiative of the Tom Love Innovation Hub. INTENT offers a variety of programs to inspire, train, mentor, support and challenge you. Explore below to learn more about the programs we offer and how you can participate.
The Cherokee Nation Small Business Assistance Center (SBAC) is proud to serve and support Indian-owned businesses by providing access to capital for new business start-ups and business expansion projects. SBAC is dedicated to the growth of Indian-owned companies and provides business coaching services designed to enhance the operation of small businesses. Programs offered through the Cherokee Nation SBAC are designed to encourage Native American-owned companies to have a greater presence in the business community.
The Mvskoke Fund CDFI (formerly known as the Mvskoke Loan Fund) was established via Muscogee National Council with the purpose to provide tribal citizens with services, lending, and resources to start businesses.
USDA Business Programs provide financial backing and technical assistance to stimulate business creation and growth. The programs work through partnerships with public and private community-based organizations and financial institutions to provide financial assistance, business development, and technical assistance to rural businesses.
The SBA has several loan programs. Contact Port Muskogee staff concerning local banking partners.
Kiva is an international nonprofit, founded in 2005 in San Francisco, with a mission to expand financial access to help underserved communities thrive. They do this by crowdfunding loans and unlocking capital for the underserved, improving the quality and cost of financial services, and addressing the underlying barriers to financial access around the world.
Innovation to Enterprise (i2E) is a nationally recognized organization that has provided business expertise and funding to more than 700 of Oklahoma’s emerging small businesses. They work directly with entrepreneurs, researchers, and companies to help them commercialize their technologies, launch and grow new businesses and access needed capital.
OK Catalyst provides SBIR/STTR experts who assist innovators in writing Federal grant proposals, help companies secure early-stage funding to conduct R&D, and mentor entrepreneurs on how to bring their technology to market.
