Doing Business in Osage County

Small businesses benefit local communities because in a way, they represent the community — having been founded by local entrepreneurs and maintained by local employees, they become a portrait of the local area and town they operate in. Likewise, these businesses become part of the local landscape, and a part of every day life for local residents. The local restaurants, coffee shops, pharmacies, and boutiques create a unique ambiance and charm of any town or landscape. They attract tourists and make the local residents proud of where they live!

Small businesses are a very large part of the community in a way that big corporations are not. Therefore, we place great value on small businesses, and we exist in part to provide valuable resources for business owners and entrepreneurs in Osage County. Why? Because they are the heart and soul of every community in Osage County, and we want to help make those communities stronger. We want to make Osage County stronger!

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Osage County Industrial Authority

Small Business Loans

The OCIA’s loan program is to improve, develop, or finance business, industry, and employment to help improve the economic and environmental climate in communities throughout Osage County. This purpose is through the guarantee of quality loans to businesses which will provide lasting benefits and community growth. Learn more about our loan program.

New Business Resources

Starting a new business requires unrelenting dedication, but it also requires planning and preparation. Many entrepreneurs have a service or a product they want to share with the community, but they aren’t sure how or where to start. In order to increase your odds of turning your startup into a success, we have provided some important resources to start you on the right path. Check out our resources for new businesses.