The office shall do the following:
- (1) Develop and administer programs to support the growth of small business, entrepreneurship, and innovation in Indiana.
- (2) Direct and oversee programs and sources of funding related to the growth of small business, entrepreneurship, technology, and innovation in Indiana.
- (3) Work to strengthen policies and programs supporting the growth of entrepreneurship in Indiana.
- (4) Coordinate with state agencies and other state funded entities to align services and programs related to entrepreneurship and starting and scaling a business.
- (5) Work with funded entities on identifying strategies and metrics around the disbursement of funds to measure funds reaching rural communities and other underrepresented socioeconomic communities.
- (6) Work with stakeholders and organizations supporting entrepreneurship to enhance learning and skills, provide technical support, and expand access to resources for entrepreneurs across Indiana.
- (7) Develop and administer programs to support and encourage youth entrepreneurship, including supporting students and teachers in fostering entrepreneurial skills.
As added by P.L.145-2025, SEC.1.