Minnesota Small Business Development Centers
Whether you're a business owner looking for ways to expand your business, or you're just starting out, the Small Business Development Centers can help.
If you're already in business, our seasoned consultants can analyze your business situation and help you develop your tools for growth: a good business plan, financial analysis, a marketing strategy that's right on target. We can also help you identify sources of financing and develop a financing proposal. And, we offer a variety of short, practical seminars to help you stay current and strengthen your management skills.
If you think you have a good idea for a business, but aren't sure, a pre-business workshop will help you explore the possibilities and help you decide whether to embark on this new venture. These workshops provide the foundation for developing a sound business plan to guide your growth. Our counselors can help you refine your plan and access the information you need.
And, if you just need basic information on where to start, or who to contact, call us. We can point you in the right direction for information on regulatory requirements, forms, and more.
Small Business Development Centers are located throughout Minnesota. Our counseling services are free, and our training programs are offered at a nominal cost.
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Accredited member of the Association of Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC) |
The Minnesota Small Business Development Center program is
funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S.
Small Business Administration (SBA), the Minnesota Department of Employment
and Economic Development, and sponsoring centers.
SBA's funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions or services.
All SBA programs are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made
if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact SBDC at First National
Bank Building, 332 Minnesota Street, Suite E200, St. Paul, MN 55101-1351,
651-297-5770.