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Our Network
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.
Business Research
Florida SBDCs provide access to data and information generally unaffordable or unavailable to existing and aspiring small and medium-sized businesses.
Growth Acceleration
In today’s competitive marketplace it helps to collaborate with an experienced partner who can navigate your business past obstacles, optimize performance, and put you on the road to success.
Government Contracting
Looking for an opportunity to grow your sales? Government contracting may be an avenue to consider, as it can provide long-term growth for a wide variety of businesses.
Business Continuation
When disaster strikes, Florida businesses can find the education, training, and assistance needed to survive through the Florida SBDC Network’s (FSBDCN) Business Continuation Services.
Consulting
Florida SBDCs offer access to confidential, no-cost professional business consulting for Floridians who want to grow their business.
Training Workshops and Videos for All Stages of Your Business
Training workshops and videos provide current and practical information on business topics ranging from the basics to more advanced business management skills.
International Trade
International trade opportunities for Florida-based companies are expanding, and the Florida SBDC Network can help prepare your business for globalization.
Minority Certification
The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program (DBE) specifically for minority, women and veteran owned businesses, is administered by the Florida Small Business Development Center (FSBDC) at Florida Gulf Coast University.
Resources
Start-up Tools
This section provides valuable tools for your business at every stage, from start-up to transition. All documents are provided in formats including MS Word, Excel, or Adobe PDF.
Steps to Open A Business in Florida
Make sure you have covered all the required and critical steps to opening your business.
Existing Business Tools
For existing businesses, we have tools and resources just for you!
State & Federal Resources
Having access to information and key resources when starting your business, even growing your business can be a challenge. Below are key essential agencies you need to have direct access to.
Area Chambers and EDO’s
Chamber memberships and involvement are an excellent way to help you grow your business via B2B networking, education, and leadership training. Explore the possibilities at your local chamber (s).
Other Helpful Resources and Tools
Looking for resources such as setting up a WordPress site, understanding Google, or are you looking into basic entrepreneur instructor lead programs hosted locally? You found the right spot…
Recent News
Looking for an opportunity to grow your sales? Think Government Contracting – Series in October
Doing Business with the Government 3-Week Series on Friday’s in October Looking for an opportunity to grow your sales? Government contracting may be an avenue to consider, as it can provide long-term growth for a wide variety of businesses. Every…
Special Thanks to Our Access to Tech Fair Event Sponsor: CenturyLink Business
Special thanks to our Event Sponsor, CenturyLink Business, for our BIG event coming on October 25, from 9-noon, at the Holiday Inn @ Fort Myers Airport. This event is geared toward small to large commercial businesses, as well as government entities…
Join Us Sept. 28 – Small Business Chat – Cape Coral
Small Business Chat – Cape Coral Wednesday, September 28, 2016 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Topic: Managing a Business Business owners gather to chat and discuss business issues and network. Program is no cost and a light lunch is provided….
What Our Clients Say
“The FSBDC is a must. They provide so many resources I didn’t even know about. There is no better place to go if you are a small business and need help growing your company.”
Rebecca Pearson, Applied Cooling Technology
“Use it as much as you can and put the advice the SBDC gives into practice as much as possible” Emma and Manny Tianga
Pak-n-Ship of SW Florida
