Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)

Assistant SBDC Director: Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence - Pittsburgh University SBDC Assistant Director works closely with the SBDC Director in developing and implementing the strategic plan as well as represent the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at regional, state, and national meetings and/or conventions. Responsible for operations such as managing students, marketing SBDC training programs, preparing semi-annual and annual reports, and maintenance of the management information systems and equipment. Responsible for communication between the SBDC and its stakeholders. Visit here to learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/TIJf50UwbkQ

EIDL availability in Philly and Delaware Counties: FW: Press Release - SBA Offers Drought Relief to New Jersey Businesses Hit by Summer Heat: Recover Stronger with an Economic Injury Disaster Loan! The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced on December 20th that Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) are available in New Jersey for small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private nonprofit organizations with economic losses due to the drought that began on June 8. The declaration includes the primary counties of Gloucester and Salem; and the adjacent counties of Atlantic, Camden, and Cumberland in New Jersey; Kent, and New Castle in Delaware; and Delaware, and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania. Under this declaration, the SBA’s EIDL program is available to eligible farm-related and nonfarm-related entities that suffered financial losses as a direct result of this disaster. Apart from aquaculture enterprises, SBA cannot provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, and ranchers. Nurseries are eligible to apply for economic injury disaster loans for losses caused by drought conditions. Eligibility is based on the size of the applicant, type of activity and its financial resources. These working capital loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills that could have been paid had the disaster not occurred. To apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information visit sba.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services. Submit completed loan applications to the SBA no later than Aug. 11, 2025.

The 2024 Holiday Guide for Small Businesses has practical tips for maximizing sales, engaging customers, and standing out in a busy marketplace. Download the free holiday guide courtesy of Wilkes University Small Business Development Center here: https://lnkd.in/eUrxJpgJ #PASBDC #Entrepreneur #SmallBusiness

Check out this Hospitality Customer Service Guide from The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center (SBDC)! This guide was created to be an educational tool for hospitality businesses. If you want to learn more, download the guide at the link below! https://lnkd.in/emWcxXQb #PASBDC #Entrepreneur #SmallBusiness

Nick Marziale came to the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center seeking assistance securing funding and business coaching as he developed and launched Townshare. Learn more about this success story here: https://lnkd.in/esRjAxeP Watch the story here: https://lnkd.in/eUkD7svR #PASBDC #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneur

What advice would Nicole Lerda, owner of MaxxCole Salon & Spa, give to budding entrepreneurs??? 🎤 To watch this full episode of the Bridges to Business Podcast, visit the links below! Watch/Listen on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ee4u3YST Watch/Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eF_DcYw2 #PittsburghEntrepreneurs #BusinessPodcast #VideoPodcastSeries #SmallBizSupport #PittsburghBusiness #DUQSBDC

Last Saturday was Small Business Saturday. Did you participate in supporting your local businesses? It's not too late to start shopping and dining at your local restaurants 🍲 and shops 🛍️! This holiday season🎅🎄 is the perfect time to help support the small businesses in your area! #PASBDC #Entrepreneurs #SmallBusiness

Join Penn State Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for their #FREE "Blogging for Enhanced SEO" Webinar! This workshop focuses on leveraging blogging as a powerful, cost-effective tool to elevate your online presence. 📆 12/12/24 ⏰ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 📍Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/eM5t9W-m #PASBDC #Entrepreneur #SmallBusiness

Join PennWest Clarion Small Business Development Center for their #FREE "Navigating the Web Safely During the Festive Season" Webinar! Gain the knowledge of what to look out for when shopping online, and give yourself some peace of mind! You will leave this session with the confidence to detect when a deal is just too good to be true! 📆 12/5/24 ⏰ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 📍Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/egxEnqTa #PASBDC #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneur

Join Widener University SBDC for their #FREE "Securing Grants and Crowdfunding to Scale Your Business" Webinar! Learn the essential strategies to identify and apply for grants that align with your business goals, and discover how to build a compelling crowdfunding campaign that attracts backers eager to support your vision. 📆 12/3/24 ⏰ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm 📍Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/eWDWFZNC #PASBDC #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness