Business Resources

Kitchen Council

We provide access to a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen, educational resources, a member community, events, mentorship and more.

About

Entrepreneurs often share how daunting it is to start a food business. They feel comfortable in the kitchen but may lack knowledge about how to launch their dream business or bring a product to market. Kitchen Council breaks down barriers and makes the process less intimidating and more attainable.

Here are some things we offer to our budding entrepreneurs:

  • Guidance on what it takes to start a business and where to begin

  • Assistance in navigating health department regulations and licensing

  • Flexible commercial workspace at reasonable rental rates

  • Community of like-minded entrepreneurs

  • Expansive network of partner organizations and business opportunities

  • Programming, events, educational resources and networking

Services Provided

Legal Services

  • Forming a Business

Networking Organizations

  • Industry Specific

Office, Incubator, Accelerator, Laboratory, Kitchen and Meeting Space

  • Commercial Kitchen Facilities
  • Coworking Space
  • Accelerators
  • Incubator Space
  • Conference/Meeting and Event Space

Regulatory Compliance

  • Government Requirements
  • Registration, licenses and permits

Training

  • Health and Safety Training

Starting a Business

  • Business Research Resources
  • Registration, Licenses and Permits
  • Startup Business Counseling

Mentoring/Coaching/Counseling/Consulting

  • One-on-One Counseling

Advocacy and Public Policy Organizations

  • Council (Specialty)
Contact Information
Holly Benson Muller
Address
1001 South 6th Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51501