... more about commercial baking techniques, start-up capital, zoning laws, etc. Does anyone have some good pointers, or maybe a great website? How about a good pastry arts program at any PA schools (the closer to Philadelphia/northeast PA, the better!) Thanks so much!
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Try Johnson Wales chef school. they can help.
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Not exactly what you asked for but is a great place to start. http://www.sba.gov/starting_business/planning/basic.html
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The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in. I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box. Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links. Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant: * How to Open a Financially Successful Bakery by Sharon Fullen, Douglas R. Brown * The Baker's Trade: A Recipe for Creating the Successful Small Bakery by Zachary Y. Schat * Baking for Profit: Starting a Small Bakery by George Bathie * Specialty Shop Retailing: How to Run Your Own Store Revised by Carol L. Schroeder PA Specific: * How to Start a Business in Pennsylvania by Desiree A. Petrus, Mark Warda * How to Start a Business in Pennsylvania by Entrepreneur Press There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles. Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
