The resource for small business in NE Ohio.
We have the expertise to guide you through starting, sustaining and growing a profitable business.
Specializing in: business plan development / market research / exporting assistance / social media / outreach strategies / financing options / loan structuring / cash flow analysis / financial projections
Whether you are exploring a new idea or have been in business for many years, we have the expertise to guide you through starting, sustaining and growing a profitable business. We will be with you every step of the way, at no cost to you.
SBDC (Small Business Development Center)
The SBDC provides low to no-cost one-on-one counseling that is, confidential and in-depth for businesses that will or currently employee under 500 employees. Offering both in-person and virtual advising appointments.
In addition to individual counseling, we offer helpful services including training, quality-based assessments, technical assistance, loan packaging guidance and information about federal, state and local regulations and programs.
SBDC EAN
(Export Assistance Network)
The SBDC EAN provides global and international business assistance to small and medium-sized enterprises (under 500 employees) in Northeast Ohio promoting business growth.
We can help you start or grow your export sales, create and retain jobs and establish new foreign customers / distributors / agents, for your business.
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Starting a Business
You are you interested in starting a business. We can assist with business registration, business plan writing, product and service development, and marketing.
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Existing Business
You have an established business. We can assist with growing sales and developing new strategies and processes for profitable-long term growth.
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Expanding Business
Your business is growing. We can assist you with developing new products/services and markets as well as national or international expansion.
“Katie and the SBDC were instrumental in helping us get our business off the ground in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible.”
- LOCALBIZGURU
UPCOMING EVENTS
Contact us.
Feel free to contact us with any questions. Fill out the email form or use the info below. Meetings are by appointment only, please call to schedule: (216) 687-6902.
Email
k.vandyke@csuohio.edu
Phone
(216) 687-6902