As the only statewide provider of entrepreneurial and business development services, the Florida SBDC Network plays a vital role in Florida’s economic development by assisting entrepreneurs in every stage of the business life cycle.

Florida SBDCs offer access to confidential, no-cost professional business consulting for Floridians who want to grow their business. Their professionally certified business consultants have the knowledge and tools to help emerging and growing businesses design growth strategies and make better business decisions to realize their goals and growth.

Their consulting expertise focuses on areas that are vital to accelerating the growth of businesses:

• Strategic market research
• Business and strategic plan development
• Market and revenue growth strategy
• Development and implementation
• Capital access and loan packaging
• Financial analysis and assessment
• Accounting systems and financial literacy
• Feasibility analysis and start-up assistance
• International trade