GROW A BUSINESS CONSULTING SERVICES
The Pennsylvania SBDC helps existing businesses expand and identify changes to handle their growth, putting them in the best position for future success. If you need help developing an expansion plan for your business or would like assistance with marketing, please don’t hesitate to request consulting. Your request connects you with our local Business Consultant for One-on-One assistance in your area. Expansion plans often include one or more of the following:
Environmental Management:
- Regulatory Compliance
- Pollution Prevention
- Energy Efficiency Assistance
International Trade:
- International Market Analysis
- Development of Trade Leads
- Access to State & Federal Trade Organizations
Online Business:
- Comprehensive Website Analysis
- Online Marketing Strategy
- Website Optimization & eCommerce Technology
Government Contracting:
- Selling to Federal, State & Local Government
- Register with Government Databases
- Feedback on Developing Government Proposals
Technology Commercialization:
- Business Development
- Early Stage Product Feasibility & Commercialization
- Identify & Apply for Commercialization Funding
Finance Consulting:
- Identifying funding sources
- Identifying financing strategies
- Accounting and financial analysis
- Forecasting and financial projections
- Cost analysis and pricing strategies
UPCOMING GROW A BUSINESS WEBINARS/SEMINARS
Growth issues such as financing, new markets, personnel concerns, and strategic planning are addressed in our educational programs. We have a large collection of free entrepreneurial training resources on a variety of business-related topics. Whether you are looking for in-person workshops, virtual courses, or the flexibility of on-demand classes, our network has a variety of options to choose from.
Go Global: Doing Business with Mexico and Latin America
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ServSafe: Food and Safety Certification – Emlenton
Scrubgrass Grange 5104 Emlenton Clintonville Rd, Emlenton, PA, United StatesThe ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course, conducted by Penn State Extension, is for individuals preparing for the food protection certification […]
Thrive On Thursdays: Small Business Marketing Mastery
Lehigh University Business Innovation Building 4001 Old Bethlehem Pike, Bethlehem, PA, United StatesThis group consulting session will focus on topics as determined by attendees, related to small business marketing. Topics may […]
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FROM 2014 TO 2021, THE PASBDC NETWORK PROVIDED MORE THAN 40,000 ENTREPRENEURS WITH NEARLY 670,000 CONSULTING HOURS.
Source: Pennsylvania SBDC 2021 Annual Report
BUSINESS TOOLS
The Pennsylvania SBDC provides business owners with the education, information, and tools necessary for successful business growth. The network subscribes to numerous industry-leading databases and research tools. Whether it is running a competitive market report or financial model, the SBDC can be your trusted research partner.