Business Startup Consultation
Starting at $149
A focused discussion of your business idea, immediate needs, priorities and realistic next steps.
Build the foundation with confidence.
Starting a business involves many connected decisions. We help organize the technology, tools, documentation, office and visibility needed for a professional launch.
Ascend provides practical business guidance and implementation support, not legal, tax, accounting or government representation. Registration and licensing requirements must be confirmed with the appropriate authorities or licensed professionals.
Planning
Startup Guidance & Launch Roadmap
Practical guidance for entrepreneurs organizing the essential parts of a first business.
Startup Launch Package
$495
A structured launch roadmap for a new business.
- 90-minute consultation
- Technology and software recommendations
- Licensing and registration checklist
- Office, forms and marketing priorities
Licensing & Registration Guidance
Included or Custom Quote
Guidance and checklists to help you identify likely registration and licensing steps. We do not provide legal or tax advice.
Business Foundation
Office, Technology & Operating Setup
Build the practical environment the business needs to communicate and work professionally.
Business Technology Plan
Custom Quote
Recommendations for computers, software, email, cloud storage, security and backup needs.
Office or Home-Office Setup
Custom Quote
Planning and setup support for workstations, printers, approved software and organized work areas.
Business Forms Starter Set
Custom Quote
A selected set of invoices, estimates, intake forms, work orders or other foundational templates.
Professional Email Setup
Starting at $179
Setup or migration of a supported professional email account. Provider subscriptions are separate.
Launch Visibility
Website & Initial Marketing Foundation
Make it easier for potential customers to find, understand and contact the new business.
Website Planning Consultation
$149
Define the website's goals, structure, content and recommended launch path.
Starter Website
Starting at $2,495
A focused professional website for a new service business, subject to approved scope.
Google Business Profile Guidance
Custom Quote
Setup or optimization guidance based on eligibility and current Google requirements.
Initial Marketing Plan
Custom Quote
A practical launch plan covering audience, message, local visibility and priority marketing channels.
Not sure where to begin?
Start with a clear conversation.
Describe the problem, goal or project. We will help identify the right starting point and explain the expected cost before work begins.