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    Grow and compete in today's global economy.

    Go!

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    Throughout the last thirty years the Small Business Week Committee has convened to recognize the accomplishments and contributions of entrepreneurs and small business owners. In conjunction with the Tallahassee MatchMaker we would like for you to join us in celebrating those accomplishments…..

    Read More

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    Help everyone succeed. Today.

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    A wealth of resources are available to help you succeed.

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About the SBDC


Florida A&M University is proud to be a host institution for the Small Business Development Center in northwest Florida. The Small Business Development Center at Florida A&M University (SBDC) works with existing and startup small businesses to help them grow and compete in today’s global economy. Learn More

Starting & Growing


Starting a business can be a daunting task and requires preparation and planning. The SBDC at Florida A&M University has the resources to make sure you are on the right track. You can attend our Start Up Workshop Series and obtain valuable information on topics. Start growing today

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The Florida A&M SBDC has helped hundreds of potential and existing business owners by providing the management advice, training and information needed to make sound business decisions in a complex and ever-changing marketplace. Learn more about SBDC Resources

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Luck as Important as Business Models for Tech Towns

Posted by SBDC2 - May 6, 2013 - Main News

The Spark Growth summit brings together entrepreneurs, technologists and economic development officials to showcase Bradenton, spark a conversation on the technology start-up climate in Florida and Bradenton and assess how to improve. The conference is also designed to spark the idea that Bradenton is a great place to operate a high-tech business. Fast Company magazine, [...]

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30th Annual Small Business Week Events

Posted by SBDC2 - April 24, 2013 - Main News

Hosted by:  Small Business Week Committee May 20th – May 23rd Monday, May 20, 2013 **Imagine Tallahassee’s Community Open House** Sponsored By:  Imagine Tallahassee 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Bethel A.M.E Church 501 Orange Avenue, Tallahassee 32310 Imagine Tallahassee is a diverse group of private citizens who believe in creating a unified vision to enhance [...]

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Start It Up: Startup Finance

Posted by SBDC2 - April 19, 2013 - Main News

FLYING COLORS An art school uses an online lending matchmaker to find capital. When the economy tanked around 2008, enrollment in Olya Losina’s fledgling art school began to wane. Marketing the San Diego-based Losina Art Center to a new crop of students required cash the painter and her husband/business partner, Bill Beatty, didn’t have. So [...]

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SBDC Hosts Lender Workshop

Posted by SBDC2 - April 8, 2013 - Main News

The Small Business Development Center at Florida A&M University organized a lender information forum on Tuesday, April 2nd.   The event was co-sponsored with The Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce who provided meeting space.  Two representatives from the Jacksonville based North Florida District Office of the Small Business Administration provided valuable information on current programs to [...]

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SPREAD THE WORD

Posted by SBDC2 - February 6, 2013 - Main News

2013 Technology Commercialization Grant Program The Leon County Research and Development Authority announces its Technology Commercialization Grant program for 2013. The grant is designed to support the development of innovative technology into commercial products or services. By providing up to $15,000 per grant, the Leon County Research and Development Authority will support local technology research [...]

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SBDC Success Stories

  • TwinkleToes Shoe Boutique

    TwinkleToes Shoe Boutique opened its doors in Tallahassee, Florida, November 2006 after I retired from the State of Florida. TwinkleToes managed very well, although personal funds were used to stock the business, not knowing there were resources available for small...

    October 1, 2012
  • Progress Energy and Pinnacle

    In 2012, Progress Energy Florida, Inc. began planning construction for a new operation center in Madison, Florida. The utility’s Real Estate and Sourcing personnel approached the Supplier Diversity & Business Development business unit and asked for recommendations on local. minority,...

    October 1, 2012
  • Ni’Cole’s Performing Arts Center

    Dance has been my passion for over 20 years. I started dancing at the age of 3, and since I was a teenager I have wanted my own dance studio. I have been a teacher for almost 10 years, and...

    October 1, 2012
  • Johnston’s Meat Market Expansion Projects Creation of 10 New Jobs

    Johnston’s Meat Market is a retail meat market, restaurant, and custom processing and slaughtering plant located in Monticello, Florida.  The business has been in continuous operation for 86 years since its doors opened in 1926.  Currently, Johnston’s largest market is...

    August 1, 2012
  • Fitness Proaction

    Fitness Proaction Jan Verhagen has over twenty-five years of experience in the health and fitness industry and is certified with the Aerobics & Fitness Association of America for Primary Group Instruction and Personal Fitness Training.  Also, as a Workshop and...

    March 31, 2012

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