Pike County Economic Development Center
The Pike County Center for Economic Development, is a small business incubator located on US 231 South in the Troy Industrial Park South. This facility serves as a business incubator for entrepreneurs, and start-up small businesses.
The Center consists of office space, manufacturing pods, a technology pod, training rooms and a conference room. It also serves as the new home for the Pike County Economic Development Corporation.
Seminars & Trainings
Small Business seminars are offered on a regular basis for incubator tenants as well as other business in Pike County and the surrounding area.
Benefits of the Business Incubator
Frequently Asked Questions
1 – What is a business incubator?
A business incubator is a facility which assists new and emerging businesses grow during their start-up period, when they are most vulnerable.
2 – Who qualifies to be a client at the incubator?
- New Start-up businesses
- Home based businesses
- Entrepreneurs wishing to start a business
3 – What steps must you take to become an incubator client?
a.) Make an appointment with the incubator staff to gain a better understanding of your business needs,
b.) Develop a Business Plan,
c.) Complete and submit the incubator application.
4 – Do you offer seminars on starting or financing a small business?
Yes! One major component of a business incubator is education. Various seminars and training courses are offered to clients as well as existing Pike County businesses.
5 – Can anyone attend seminars held at the incubator?
Yes.