The Western Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides counseling and training to small businesses, including working with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to develop and provide informational tools to support business start-ups and existing business expansion.
SBDC programs deliver professional, high quality, individualized business advising and technical assistance to existing small businesses and pre-venture entrepreneurs. SBDCs provide problem-solving assistance to help small businesses access capital, develop and exchange new technologies, and improve business planning, strategy, operations, financial management, personnel administration, marketing, export assistance, sales and other areas required for small business growth and expansion, management improvement, increased productivity and innovation.
SBDC programs include, but are not limited to:
- Confidential, No-Cost Consulting: Whether you're just starting out, growing your small business, or looking to sell, our expert consultants are here to provide practical solutions and real-world knowledge. Learn more.
- Business Training: Gain valuable insights, connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, and build valuable skills. Sign up today and take the next step toward business success. Learn more.
- Business Funding: We help you get funding for your business from a variety of sources. Learn more.
- Resources for Your Venture: Discover free resources in Maryland, including snapshot reports for numerous popular industries, competitor research, market research, and more. Learn more.
- Technology Commercialization: SBDC's Technology Support Center provides specialized services to researchers, entrepreneurs and firms by assisting them to identify, develop, and commercialize their technologies. Learn more.
For additional information, contact Pat McCormick, Garrett County's dedicated SBDC consultant, at 1-888-237-9007, ext. 6 or kpmccormick@frostburg.edu.
