The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) program is the most comprehensive and effective business assistance network in the nation. Its purpose is to help existing businesses develop and retain a competitive advantage in the ever-changing global economy, and to help entrepreneurs realize their dream of business ownership. SBDCs enhance economic development throughout the region, the state of Ohio and the country.

In Ohio, the SBDC program is a partnership of the Ohio Department of Development and the U.S. Small Business Administration. Locally the SBDC is hosted by Youngstown State University and serves Ashtabula, Mahoning and Trumbull Counties.

The Ohio SBDC at Youngstown State University is the foremost business assistance agency in the region. Its mission, is to provide professional, in-depth consulting and training to existing and new business ventures, and to foster a strong and successful business community.

Services the Ohio SBDC at YSU provides to the
business community include:

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The Ohio SBDC at Youngstown State University
Mail: One University Plaza  •  Youngstown, OH  44555
Office: 275 5th Avenue • Youngstown, OH  44502-1225
Office: 330.941.2140  •  Fax:330.941.2144

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  • Business Risk Assessment
  • Business Plan Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Financial Analysis
  • Sources of Funding
  • Market Research and Analysis
  • Strategic Market Planning
  • Public Relations and Advertising
  • Engineering Needs Analysis
  • Product Distribution Advice
  • Sales Management & Distribution
  • Product Development Process
  • Business Info and Resources
  • Business Valuations
  • Business Education Seminars
  • Entrepreneurial Development
  • Access to Technical Experts
  • General Management Perspectives
  • Customer Service Considerations
  • Access to Mfg. Process Specialists

The Ohio Small Business Development Center at Youngstown State University can provide the direction, information and resources to help you successfully operate your business, or start a new one.

A professional staff, knowledgeable of the needs of small to midsized businesses, is available for consulting. There is no fee for consulting services. All project and company information will be held in strict confidence.

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