The Department of Commerce promotes opportunities to improve the economy of North Carolina. Their website provides information on business start-up projects and other relevant information including business license permits, forms needed to start or register a business, and more.
EDIS (Economic Development Information System) (NC Dept. of Commerce)
EDIS serves as the portal to analytical, statistical and mapping tools and aids users in strategic, and economic development activities and research.
Trademarks in North Carolina (NC Dept. of the Secretary of State)
Check here for registration and renewals of trademarks and service marks in North Carolina. Also available are links to The Trademark Registration Act and numerous forms required to register for trademarks or service marks.
North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center
The Rural Center is North Carolina's leading resource for rural people and communities. The center serves the state's 85 rural counties, with a special focus on individuals with low to moderate incomes and communities with limited resources. The Rural Data Bank is a resource for statistical information required for the development and prosperity of rural North Carolina.