Business Planning

A business plan is essential if you're looking to start, grow or pivot your business. While time consuming, the components of a business plan are fairly simple and easy to develop. Our department created a guide that walks you through the business planning process.  

Section 1 - Introduction and Executive Summary

Section 2 &3 - Description of Company and Product or Service

Section 4 - Market and Industry Analysis

Section 5 - Marketing Plan 

Section 6 & 7 - Operations Plan and Management Team

Section 8 - Financials

Financial Templates

Please let us know if you have any questions or would like to schedule a time to discuss starting your own business plan. Each year, the Economic Development Department hosts “Hands On Business Planning” sessions with the Northeast Tarrant Chamber of Commerce; call or email us for the schedule or click the Hands On Business Planning link to view pre-recorded videos of the series.