Laying the foundation so you can build the dream...
Starting a business is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming when you’re faced with registrations, licenses, and compliance rules that all seem to speak a different language. That’s where we come in.
At Pen & Quill, we help Northeast Georgia’s small businesses cut through the confusion. From filing your LLC and applying for a sales tax ID, to securing the right licenses and crafting a business plan that fits your goals, we guide you step by step.
Our mission is to give every small business owner clarity and confidence. We believe that with the right foundation, your business can grow stronger, last longer, and avoid the costly setbacks that come from “things you don’t know you don’t know.”
Whether you’re opening a restaurant, running a salon, starting a food truck, or building a home-based venture, Pen & Quill makes the process simpler, faster, and less stressful, so you can focus on building the dream, not battling the paperwork.
The introduction. Filing essentials to officially get your business started:
Zoning & license research
Business license application
Secretary of State registration
EIN application (IRS)
Georgia Sales Tax ID application
One-page “Business Plan Lite”
The formal establishment. Adds structure and planning to your startup:
Everything in The Preamble
Articles of Organization/Incorporation
Operating Agreement (guided template)
Lean business plan (5–7 pages)
Special licensing (alcohol, food services, etc.)
The full governing framework. Comprehensive planning and policies:
Everything in The Charter
Detailed business plan (funding-ready)
Customized policy handbook (basic employee/operations policies)
3 months of advisory subscription (up to 3 calls per month)
Annual compliance checkup:
SOS registration filing/check
Business license renewal
Georgia Sales Tax ID renewal/confirmation
Zoning & licensing compliance review
3–4 advisory calls per year
Ongoing partnership and priority support:
Up to 3 advisory calls per month (15–20 minutes each)
Priority response for questions
Rolling compliance guidance
Annual renewal included (SOS + license + Sales Tax ID)