BUSINESS/ENTREPRENEURSHIP & SELF-EMPLOYMENT
The Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a partnership between the U.S. Small Business Administration and the University of Maryland, College Park. This partnership links private enterprise, government, higher education, and local economic development organizations to provide management training and technical assistance to Maryland’s small businesses. MD SBDC training programs are designed for all stages of small business development. Topics range from turning ideas into business plans to developing growth strategies, professional development, and expanding into international trade. Our seminars are affordable and taught by skilled professionals.
MD SBDC consulting services are offered at no cost to the small business enterprise. Our confidential business consulting services assist potential and existing small business owners to develop and refine business plans, solve problems, find sources of capital, and brainstorm innovative strategies to build a strong foundation supporting growth and profitability. To put the SBDC to work for your small business, contact the office nearest you or log onto our state website at www.marylandsbdc.org.
Tune into the Maryland Small Business Development Center Events Calendar to learn more about our webinars each month: www.marylandsbdc.org/locations/webinar-events-calendar.
Request an individual business consulting session using the registration link below: mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/signup.
In an effort to serve the Eastern Shore small business community, the Small Business Development Center, Chesapeake College, and Salisbury University co-sponsor the following training sessions.
READY, SET, GO!
Are you someone who thinks you have a great business idea, but needs help getting it started on the right path? Our free course is designed to guide you to making the first steps to start your business. You must pre-register for this class. Please contact Vanette Seals at 410-822-5400 x2340 or vseals@chesapeake.edu to pre-register.
| Dates |
Days |
Times |
Room |
| 10/13/22 |
Th |
5:30-6:30pm |
CAMB 101 |
| 02/07/23 |
T |
5:30-6:30pm |
EDC27 |
| 03/09/23 |
Th |
5:30-6:30pm |
CAMB 101 |
SMART START YOUR BUSINESS
If you are starting a small business, this course is just what you need. You will learn the basics of what it takes to run a successful business. You will work on a business plan, marketing, and finding financial resources. Please contact Vanette Seals at 410-822-5400 x2340 or vseals@chesapeake.edu to pre-register.
Course Fee: TBD
| Dates |
Days |
Times |
Room |
| 09/27/22 |
T |
6-8:30pm |
EDC27 |
| 10/27/22 |
Th |
6-8:30pm |
CAMB 101 |
| 02/28/23 |
T |
6-8:30pm |
EDC27 |
| 03/23/23 |
Th |
6-8:30pm |
CAM 101 |