Bucknell University SBDC Featured Clients
Client Success Stories & Testimonials
Over the years, Bucknell’s SBDC has helped countless companies along their journeys to become more successful. SBDC has offered advice, guidance, encouragement and help to ensure that every company reaches its full potential. Below, find just a few of the countless examples of companies using Bucknell’s SBDC to turn their dreams into reality.
Susquehanna Fire Equipment Company
As one of the longest-term clients of the Bucknell SBDC, Keith knew exactly where to turn for help when the pandemic disrupted his business. Keith and his team worked quickly and closely with the SBDC as they applied to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program (EIDL).
InstaGlam
Jenna and Angie first sought consulting services from Bucknell’s Small Business Development Center in October 2022. Through their collaboration they developed a business plan, marketing strategies, financial projections for grants and loans, and an understanding of tax requirements for their business type. After years of determination to work together, they achieved their dream and became business partners and co-owners of InstaGlam salon in January 2023.
One Focus Property Management
Becoming a member of Bucknell’s Startup Danville Incubator has been critical to Jennifer’s firm expansion throughout central Pennsylvania. Today, Jennifer’s company, One Focus Property Management, provides a suite of “one-stop” services for property owners and landlords, with 650 doors under contract and a 98.5% occupancy rate.
“The SBDC was like a flashlight illuminating the way through uncertain terrain. Their guidance and support was instrumental in launching my business from idea to reality.”
—Jessi Almstead, Owner of Bluebird Atelier
Anthracite Creative Works
“I wanted to know I was doing it the right way, and I appreciated the structure the SBDC provided as I started my business”
Rebecca Rosenberg
Rebecca Rosenberg grew up with a severe vision impairment so she designed ReBokeh, a vision assistance system for smartphones that won first place at Bucknell’s BizPitch competition.
Marie Wagner LMT
“If you are thinking about creating or elevating your business, the SBDC is an excellent resource to use.”
“I feel great having my own office, and I wouldn’t be here without the Bucknell SBDC’s help.”
—Yoshie Felix, Owner Yoshie’s Healing Hands
