Frequently Asked Questions
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Business
Do you have a list of all of the businesses in Wyoming?
Unfortunately, there is no comprehensive list of all Wyoming businesses.
Business – Grow
I'd like to grow my business and need equipment to do so. Do you have any programs that would be applicable to my situation?
Contact regional director here.
Business – Start
How do I register my business?
Visit the Secretary of State’s website for more information.
How do I obtain a Sales Tax License?
For help determining which business licenses you might need, contact the Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network for one-on-one guidance with business licensing and permitting questions and needs. Contact Cindy Unger for help at [email protected].
What permitting/licensing do I need?
Contact the SBDC or the City or County where the business will operate.
Cindy Unger: 234-6685 or [email protected]
Can you help me with my business plan?
The Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers one-on-one business counseling services …
Business Ready Community
Can I apply for a BRC grant/loan as a private business?
All BRC grants/loans must have a local government sponsor. The Challenge Loan Program, however, is bank participatory and does not require local government sponsorship.
Who is eligible for BRC Grant/Loans
All BRC applicants must be a city, town, county, Joint powers board or Tribe. The grant/loans are for publicly owned infrastructure.
What is the typical timeline for a BRC grant/loan?
Many factors affect the application/award of a BRC grant/loan. For planning purposes, from the time the BRC grant/loan is submitted to the WBC until the time an applicant spend funds is about six months. This does not include the time spent developing the application.
What is the required match for the various BRC programs?
Depending on whether the applicant is a Tier 1 or Tier 2, the match can vary from 5-25%.
When are the BRC applications due?
The WBC accepts applications on a quarterly basis: March 1, June 1, September 1 and December 1. Business Committed applications can be accepted at any time, however, a justified explanation for moving the application forward outside the regular board meeting dates must be communicated and verified by the WBC.
What are the steps I need to take to submit an application?
Share process and draft/date range of timelines needed to meet each deadline (include public notice dates, city or county meeting dates, etc.)
Where can I find a copy of the BRC Rules?
Where can I find templates for the docs required for our BRC application?
Contact regional directors here.
Business/Community
I have an idea about a project. Where do I start?
Contact a regional director here.
Financing
How can my business identify and secure federal, state, and local government contracting opportunities?
Contact the Wyoming Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) for assistance.
Invoices
I have a contract with WBC. How can I submit invoices electronically?
By email to [email protected].
Licensing & Permitting
How do I start a new business in X community?
Necessary permits and licenses are issued by the city or county in which the work or business will be located. Reach out to your local government for assistance.
How do I get an EIN for my business?
Contact the Wyoming Department of Revenue at 307.777.5200
Public Comments & Records
How do I submit public comments about the WBC or any of its programs or pending awards?
Using a comment form; by email to [email protected]; or by mail to:
Wyoming Business Council
ATTN: Public Comment
214 West 15th Street
Cheyenne, WY 82002
How do I submit a request for public records?
By submitting a written request to [email protected]; or by mail to:
Wyoming Business Council
ATTN: Public Records
214 West 15th Street
Cheyenne, WY 82002
Fees may apply as set forth in rule.
Rural Development
What type of community assessments do you offer?
Contact a regional director here.
Workforce
I'm short on employees to help my business expand. Do you offer assistance for this?
We don’t have resources specific to workforce, but can recommend that you check out the training grants available through the Department of Workforce Services.