Knowledge BaseLegal Forms

Type of Business Presence

General Businesses may operate in Tajikistan through a number of different forms; the main being limited liability companies; open and closed joint stock companies; private enterprise; branches and representative offices of foreign companies. The most common types of business presence in Tajikistan for foreign companies are: • limited liability companies; • open and closed joint…

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Knowledge BaseLegal Forms

The Legal Framework for Entrepreneurs in Tajikistan

Patents, Trademarks, Product Licensing and Permit System Patents Trademarks Product Licensing Permit System Competition and monopolistic activities Standardization and Certification Environmental Protection Legal system In Tajikistan, the legal regulations generally do not distinguish between Tajik people and foreign nationals regarding business activities and investments. Reliable laws in Tajikistan enable companies to plan their investments effectively…

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Women and Youth Startups

5 Advantages to Starting a Company When You’re Young

Why you’re never too young to start your own business.   BY DAVID BROWN, FOUNDER AND CEO, TECHSTARS@DBROWN   I meet teenagers and college students all the time who ask me if they’re too young to start a company. My answer to every one of them is a resounding “No.” Sure, experience and deep industry knowledge are advantages when starting…

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Women and Youth Startups

Investment Tips From the Funder and Founder Perspective

Cathy Connett and Erin Rothman 03 Mar 2020 Cathy Connett And Erin Rothman Contributors at StartupNation Cathy Connett is CEO and managing partner of Minneapolis-based Sofia Fund, which invests in high-growth, women-led, technology based businesses. She is also president and founder of CorConnections, which specializes in guiding businesses through new business initiatives, equity infusions, ownership transitions, and the…

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