Consulting

To be successful in today's competitive environment, small business owners and managers must have knowledge of and experiences in market development, financial analysis, industry-specific knowledge, management skills, and government regulations, as well as day-to-day business operations.

The Ohio Small Business Development Center at KRBA offers the support and training that will lead you to profits, jobs, and success. A professional staff, with knowledge of the needs of small businesses, is available for consulting at no cost. Whether you are just beginning with a new idea or product or dealing with the issues of growth, an SBDC consultant will be able to assist you.

All information is held in the strictest confidence.

Take a look at the areas in which we can help you, or sign up for free consulting or a training workshop.

Consulting Services

Skilled and experienced business advisors provide assistance to start-up and existing businesses in the following areas:

• Accounting and Bookkeeping
• Business Plan Development
• Business Management
• Financial Analysis
• Financing
• Franchising
• Human Resources
• Licenses and Permits
• Marketing and Sales
• Market Research
• Merchandising
• Operations
• Start-Up and Acquisitions
• State and Federal Programs
• Strategic Planning
• Technology Exchange

The SBDC can call upon local, state, and federal agencies to provide assistance to small businesses.

Training and Development

Instructors and facilitators with small business expertise provide comprehensive training related to business start-up and growth management. Some of these workshops are free, but many require you to preregister for them. Examples of offered workshops include:

• Financial Analysis
• Marketing
• Managing Growth
• Starting a Business
• Writing a Business Plan

Take a look at some upcoming workshops.

Library Resources

The Small Business Development Center maintains a collection of library resources, current magazines, and statistical data relevant to small businesses.