The ally behind
nearly a million
businesses
"We handle the complex work of
building a business so entrepreneurs
can focus on what they love."
– Ross Buhrdorf, Founder and CEO
Start and Grow with Confidence
ZenBusiness is a company that provides an all-in-one platform to help entrepreneurs start, protect, and grow their businesses.
As the trusted leader in business formations and compliance, ZenBusiness combines Velo®, our personalized AI business guide, with award-winning support to help business owners build their business.
ZenBusiness serves entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey, from the first-time founder filing their LLC to the established business owner managing compliance, bookkeeping, and beyond. Our mission is to make business ownership more accessible for anyone ready to build something of their own.
Why We Started ZenBusiness
In 2015, Ross Buhrdorf and Shanaz Hemmati co-founded ZenBusiness on a belief that people are happier, more fulfilled, and more successful when they work for themselves. They built a company that paired leading technology with award-winning customer support and practical educational resources to give entrepreneurs everything they need in one place.
Today, ZenBusiness is the trusted leader for entrepreneurs ready to start and grow, having helped over 900,000 businesses get started.
The ZenBusiness Commitment
From day one, ZenBusiness has been committed to giving back to the communities and entrepreneurs that make small business ownership possible. We believe that when more people have the tools and support to build something of their own, everyone benefits.
ZenBusiness has invested over $3 million in grants and programs that support small business owners across the country. We partner with organizations dedicated to expanding access to entrepreneurship and operate with a long-term commitment to the communities we serve. Learn more about our social impact initiatives.
People First, Always
At ZenBusiness, a strong culture is how we do our best work. We take a people-first approach to everything we build, knowing that great ideas come from teams where every voice is heard and every person feels respected. Our commitment to culture creates an environment where team members feel appreciated, valued, and supported across every level of the company. We’re proud of our global team and the wide range of perspectives they bring to the work of helping entrepreneurs succeed.
At ZenBusiness, we use these operating principles as filters to guide our work, what we pursue, and how we show up both for each other and for the entrepreneurs we serve.
Own It.
We are relentless about seeing things through, from start to finish. There will be roadblocks, pivots, and setbacks. We keep going, we don’t give up.
Act Fast.
We move quickly to stay ahead of the curve and act with urgency because that’s how opportunities are won and problems are solved.
Win Together.
Great teams are built on collaboration. We bring different strengths, perspectives, and approaches to the table, and that’s what makes us stronger.
Be Bold.
Excellence isn’t a goal, it’s our standard. We embrace new technology, adopt best practices, and continuously learn.
Join our team
If you’re ready to be part of the ZenBusiness mission, we’re always looking for smart, driven, creative people who are passionate about helping entrepreneurs succeed. ZenBusiness is built on a culture where team members feel valued, supported, and inspired to do their best work. View our open positions to find your next role.
LEADERSHIP
ZenBusiness is led by CEO Ross Buhrdorf and an executive leadership team driven by a shared purpose of making business ownership more accessible to any entrepreneur looking to start and grow their businesss.
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