Resources to Start and Grow Your Business in Hanover County

Starting and growing a business in Hanover County is easier with the right resources and partners. Hanover County Economic Development connects entrepreneurs with educational programs, tools and organizations that can help turn an idea into a successful business.

Learn How to Start and Grow a Business

The Startup Virginia Entrepreneur Certificate Course provides Hanover entrepreneurs with practical education to help start or grow a business. The nine-class program covers key topics such as developing a business idea, identifying customers, marketing, sales, financial management, legal considerations, funding and pitching your business.

The course includes videos and resources that entrepreneurs can use at their own pace. Hanover-based entrepreneurs can access the course at no cost.

Explore the Startup Virginia Entrepreneur Certificate Course

Find Business Resources with Good Company

Good Company is a regional resource designed to help entrepreneurs and business owners find the people, programs and support they need to start, run and grow a business. The website offers an entrepreneur welcome packet, a personalized navigation quiz and access to free one-on-one conversations with business resource navigators who can help connect businesses to the right organizations and programs. Through its network of nonprofit partners and comprehensive resource index, Good Company provides a central starting point for finding business support throughout the Greater Richmond region.

Explore Good Company

Take the Next Step for Your Business

Whether you’re developing a business idea, preparing to launch or looking for ways to grow an established company, Hanover County Economic Development can help you with resources and organizations at the federal, state and local levels that support businesses throughout their journey.

Ready to get started? Explore Hanover County’s additional business resources and find the support you need to start, grow and succeed.

Explore Business Resources at HanoverVirginia.com

Have Questions? We’re Here to Help

Have questions about starting, growing or expanding your business in Hanover County? Ann Glave, Existing Business and Project Manager, is available to help connect you with the right resources, programs and organizations. Contact Ann for assistance navigating business resources and identifying opportunities to support your business. 

Contact Ann:

Email:   AGGlave@HanoverVirginia.com

Phone:  (804) 365-6459