Business Resources | Wapakoneta Area Chamber

LOCAL GUIDANCE

Ohio Small Business Development Center at Rhodes State College

Get free, confidential business advising for startups and established businesses in Auglaize County. Services include business planning, market research, financial analysis, and loan preparation.

Wapakoneta Area Economic Development Council

A local starting point for businesses considering a new location, facility expansion, or major investment. The council can help with available properties, infrastructure, workforce, and development resources.

City of Wapakoneta Engineering and Zoning

Find commercial permit applications, zoning information, sign permits, contractor registration, and other development forms. The City also offers preliminary project reviews.

FINDING AND TRAINING EMPLOYEES

OhioMeansJobs – Auglaize County

Connect with local recruiting, workforce development, and employee-training services. The Wapakoneta office assists employers with finding and retaining qualified workers.

Hometown Opportunity

Post openings and reach job seekers throughout Auglaize, Mercer, Darke, and surrounding counties through this locally focused career platform.

STARTING AND OPERATING A BUSINESS

Ohio Secretary of State – Business Services

Register a business, complete LLC and corporation filings, research business names, obtain certificates of good standing, and manage other required state filings.

Ohio Business Roadmap

Follow a step-by-step guide to forming, maintaining, or closing an Ohio business, including registration, required accounts, licenses, permits, and ongoing responsibilities.

Ohio Business Gateway

Use Ohio’s online portal for business taxes, registrations, payments, licenses, and transactions with state agencies.

Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation

Apply for workers’ compensation coverage, manage an existing policy, report workplace injuries, and access safety programs and employer resources.

FUNDING, MENTORING, AND GROWTH

Ohio Department of Development

Explore state business assistance, financing, incentives, technical assistance, export support, and economic development programs for businesses of different sizes and industries.

U.S. Small Business Administration – Ohio District

Explore SBA-backed loans, business counseling, federal contracting certifications, disaster assistance, and other programs available to Auglaize County businesses.

JobsOhio Small Business Support

Explore growth programs, training opportunities, and potential grants for eligible Ohio businesses making investments, purchasing equipment, or creating jobs.

NEED HELP FINDING THE RIGHT RESOURCE?

Every business situation is different. Contact the Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce and tell us what you are working on. We’ll help point you in the right direction.