Where can I find information on starting my own catering business in the US/Indiana?

Question

I'm interested in starting my own bakery/catering business. Where can I find info on the regulations of doing so?

Answer 1

The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.

I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.

Associations may be a good avenue to explore as well. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.

Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:

Catering Specific:
* How to Start a Home-Based Catering Business, 5th by Denise Vivaldo
* How to Run a Catering Business from Home by Christopher Egerton-Thomas
* Start and Run a Catering Business by George Erdosh

Bakery Specific:
* How to Open a Financially Successful Bakery by Sharon Fullen, Douglas R. Brown
* The Baker's Trade: A Recipe for Creating the Successful Small Bakery by Zachary Y. Schat
* Baking for Profit: Starting a Small Bakery by George Bathie

Indiana Specific:
* How to Start a Business in Indiana by Entrepreneur Press
* How To Incorporate and Start a Business in Indiana by J. W. *****

There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

Answer 2

Go to the local City Hall and tell them what you need. Hopefully, they will lead you to the direction for new businesses and what it takes to do to start one.

Good luck! I have always wanted a restaurant but do not have the $$$$ for it!

Answer 3

I would buy an existing company!

this would save money!