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What Does the SBDC Do?
The Small Business Development Center provides access to no-cost, certified professional business consultants who possess the experience, knowledge, and resources that aspiring and existing small businesses need to make more informed business decisions, identify and access growth opportunities. Our mission is to help businesses launch, grow, and thrive.
News & Events
Stay informed with the latest updates from the Florida SBDC at FGCU!
Welcome to Our New Assistant Directors!
The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Florida Gulf Coast University is proud to announce the internal promotion of Elizabeth Goldbach and Suzanne Specht to the role of Assistant Director, a strategic restructuring that strengthens our mission, improves regional coverage, and elevates the daily support available to our consultants and clients across Southwest Florida….
Bank OZK Supports SWFL Small Businesses with Generous Contribution
Last Wednesday, July 16, the Florida SBDC at FGCU was honored by Bank OZK President of Commercial Banking, Jeremy Fioravanti, along with Business Banking Leader Ehren McGeehan and Business Banking Relationship Manager Gennadiy Berlyand, with the presentation of a $5,000 donation to support the center’s ongoing efforts to provide training services and opportunities to small…
The SBDC Celebrates Business Leadership in SWFL
Florida SBDC at FGCU Honors Five Outstanding Entrepreneurs at 13th Annual Ceremony The Small Business Development Center at Florida Gulf Coast University proudly hosted the 13th Annual Distinguished Entrepreneur Awards, a sold-out event that brought together business leaders, community partners, and supporters from across the region. Held to recognize the resilience, innovation, and leadership of…
