About University of Pittsburgh SBDC

WHAT IS THE UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SBDC?

Established in 1979, we have built an impressive record of service to our clients. The SBDC is a member of the Pennsylvania SBDC and the Association of Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC) networks. As a member of these networks, we are able to draw on a rich base to provide our clients with a comprehensive range of business services for every stage of development. No matter what the business or industry, SBDC’s highly-skilled consulting team has experience spanning the business lifecycle and are here to make sure that your business not only survives, but grows.


OUR MISSION

Empower aspiring and existing small business owners with the knowledge, resources, consulting, and mentoring they need to start, grow, and prosper.

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HOW THE UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SBDC CAN ASSIST YOU

No-Cost, Confidential Consulting Services

The SBDC works with a wide range of public and private organizations to allow for cross referral of clients and cooperative consultation services and training programs for the varied needs of the entrepreneurs. Because of this, the University of Pittsburgh SBDC is able to provide a variety of consulting, research, and training services.

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No-Cost and Low-Cost Business Training

Expand your expertise through our no-cost and low-cost educational training.

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University of Pittsburgh SBDC Team

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Annia Aleman


Director

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Janice Crile

PantherlabWorks Technical Consultant

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Jonny Gamble, Management Consultant Pitt SBDC

Jonny Gamble

Manangement Consultant

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Talpha Harris

Management Consultant

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Nicole Hudson

Director, Strategic Connections and Opportunities

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Khushi Kaur Lehal

Marketing Coordinator

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Lynne Nincke

Lynne Nincke

Manager, Emerging Enterprises Program

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Misty O'Connor

Financial Management Consultant

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Zachery Patton

Management Consultant

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Brent Rondon

Senior International Trade Management Consultant

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Valerie Shaffer

Environmental Management Consultant

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Brett Smith

Marketing Director

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Dr. Eric Swift

Assistant Director

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Michael Wholihan

Supply Chain Consultant

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Eve Wyman

Administrative & Operations Manager

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UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SBDC
3520 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15261
412-648-1542
iee@innovation.pitt.edu

HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday–Friday
8:30 AM–12:00 PM
& 1:00PM–5:00PM

University of Pittsburgh SBDC Outreach Locations (By Appointment Only)


BEAVER COUNTY
250 Insurance Street, Suite 300
Beaver, PA 15009
724-728-8610

GREENE COUNTY
Greene County Chamber of Commerce
3157 Mt. Morris Road
Waynesburg, PA 15370

INDIANA COUNTY
Eberly College of Business,
Room 108
664 Pratt Drive
Indiana, PA 15705
724-357-5729

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CENTER-HOMEWOOD
622 N Homewood Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
412-383-0830

WASHINGTON COUNTY
273 S. Main Street
Washington, PA 15301
724-229-8078

Helping businesses start, grow, and prosper.

Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers are funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania through the Department of Community & Economic Development, through support from Service Center host institutions, and by other sources of state and federal funding. Full disclosures available at pasbdc.org/funding-sources/. All services are extended on a non-discriminatory basis to all legal residents and citizens of the US. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.

Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals. Special arrangements for persons with disabilities can be made by calling 412-648-1542 at least two weeks in advance. SBDC services are not available to individuals or entities that have been debarred or suspended by the federal government. By agreeing to receive assistance from the SBDC you are self-certifying that you are not currently federally debarred or suspended and also agree to cease using SBDC services if you become federally debarred or suspended in the future.

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