"We can help turn your business dreams into reality."
The Quest Center offers free business advice and consulting to the citizens of Reno County, Kansas.
The first steps that you take when starting a new business or growing an existing business can make the difference between success and failure, so if you are planning to start a new business or have an existing business, contact us with your questions.
We are here to help you work through the following critical steps:
First, you'll bounce your business idea off our experienced business associates who will provide an objective analysis of your business idea and offer directions on how to proceed.
We are here to help you develop your business idea.
After you've developed your business idea, Quest's business associates will help you develop a business plan, a tool that the entrepreneur prepares to address all areas of the business process and a critical step to the success of a small business.
This sample business plan outline will give you an idea of what information goes into a formal business plan.
We are here to help you write your business plan.
After you've finished your business plan, you'll probably need money to purchase or rent office space, equipment, supplies, and services. Several financing options are available. Small Business Administration (SBA) loans are available for most businesses, and Quest offers limited in-house financing for businesses that have patented or proprietary products.
We are here to help you choose the best option for your business and how to go about preparing your loan application.
Just like the saying goes about buying a house, there are three important things about choosing where to open your business: location, location, and location. Whether your rent or purchase your business space, you'll maximize your exposure to prospective customers if you have a high-profile location. In fact, the location you choose can spell the difference between success and failure.
Quest offers affordable single offices or office suites, complete with clerical support services, and we also have ample space for light manufacturing facilities.
We are here to help you find the best location for your business.