We help small businesses launch, grow and thrive.
Here’s a snapshot of the Florida SBDC at USF’s service offering, upcoming trainings and featured stories.
Success Stories
“[Florida SBDC at USF consultants] are easy to work with, down to earth but, do a great job and deliver nothing but quality. I think every business owner serious about growing their business should really utilize the programs from the SBDC because it is an extension of your existing team and effectively, are strategic partners, that isn’t easy to have and/or pay for if you are a bootstrapped business in the beginning.”
Jorge Brea, President — Symphonic Distribution
Small Business, Big Opportunities
Wondering how the Florida SBDC can help your business? Sign up for a no-cost consulting appointment today.
Upcoming Trainings
Business Certifications
Certification Gives Your Business Competitive Edge. If your business is 51 percent majority-owned by a woman, minority or veteran, certification could present opportunities for your business, but there is a process to becoming certified.
Featured Services
Starting Your Business
The Florida SBDC at USF can help make things seem less daunting, through our low-cost Start-Up Series.
Disaster Preparedness
Our professionally certified business consultants provide consulting at no cost, and training events to help you minimize losses and increase survivability when affected by natural and man-made disasters.
Government Contracting
Government contracting services provides confidential one-on-one no-cost consulting to help Florida businesses prepare, research and bid on government contracts..
Featured Consultants
Brad Owens
Business Consultant
Certified Profit Mastery
Areas of Consulting
Financial & Capital Access Assistance, Growth Acceleration Assistance
Janette Blanco
Business Consultant
Certified Profit Mastery, Strategic Management Performance System (SMPS)
Areas of Consulting
Government Contracting / Procurement Assistance, Business & Strategic Plan Assistance
Yolanda Cowart
Procurement Specialist and Consultant
Certified Procurement Professional (CPP)
Areas of Consulting
Government Contracting / Procurement Assistance, Market / Sales Growth Assistance
Learn More
Visit the Florida SBDC at USF’s website for more information about their services, locations, and team.
(813) 396-2700 | staceyp1@usf.edu
Florida SBDC Network State Office
University of West Florida
220 West Garden Street, Ste. 302
Pensacola, FL 32502
p. 850.898.3479 t. 866.737.7232
info@FloridaSBDC.org
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