Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
No-cost business consulting and training resource for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
The Ohio Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Rhodes State College is the designated, no-cost business consulting and training resource for entrepreneurs and small businesses in Hardin County and the surrounding region. Affiliated with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Ohio Department of Development (ODOD), the SBDC provides confidential, professional support to facilitate business growth and access to capital.
The SBDC is a critical resource for:
- Free, One-on-One Advising: Certified Business Advisors (CBAs) offer personalized counseling for new startups and existing companies (fewer than 500 employees).
- Access to Capital: Assistance with financial projections, cash flow analysis, loan packaging guidance, and identifying suitable capital sources.
- Strategic Growth: Support for strategic business planning, market feasibility analysis, and marketing strategy development.
- Training: Workshops, webinars, and training programs on topics ranging from QuickBooks to government contracting.
This is the essential local contact for any small business seeking expert, confidential guidance at any stage of development.
Service Area Phone: (419) 995-8032 (Direct SBDC Line) Link: