A reference guide for entrepreneurs and small business owners in and around Plainview, Minnesota

Contents of this reference book were collected and assembled by the Plainview Economic Development Authority (EDA) to provide relevant, local, and practical information for area entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Updated 12.15.2025
Plainview Economic Development Authority • City of Plainview, Minnesota

BUSINESS STARTUP 101

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

YOUR LOCAL EDA

WRITING A BUSINESS PLAN

BUSINESS REGISTRATION

LEGAL PROCESS & ADVICE

STARTUP FINANCING

BUDGETING

MARKETING

EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT

SUCCESSION PLANNING

REFERENCES, APPENDIX, and BIBLIOGRAPHY

PLAINVIEW GRANT CHECKLIST