Looking to start a business in Wisconsin? More resources exist to help than you may know. In this episode of The Cabin Ana, Eric, and Jake meet up with Ken Little, State Director for the SBDC (Small Business Development Center) of Wisconsin, to discuss how the SBDC in Wisconsin works with aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners to provide no-cost consulting services and business education. We talk a variety of tips and tricks for business, resources available around the state, and get inspired - and hopefully inspire you, too!
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Campfire Conversation:
The Cabin helps you start your business this week as Ana, Eric, and Jake hook up with Ken Little, the State Director of Wisconsin's Small Business Development Center (SBDC). The SBDC is a statewide network supporting entrepreneurs and business owners through no-cost, confidential consulting and business education. Almost all new net jobs in the country comes from small and emerging businesses, so this is a crucial area for our economy and the well-bring of Wisconsinites. After all, if you have a dream and a goal, we would like to connect you with resources to help you achieve that goal! Ken Little recently joined as State Director and our conversation with him covers many of the resources the SBDC offers: the education, consulting services, and connection to mentors, loans, and more. Some businesses have special initiatives, including farms, restaurants, and some businesses looking to export, and places like the SBDC can get you the needed information to assist you. The SBDC is one of five programs at the Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship, with locations on many University of Wisconsin college campuses including Madison, Milwaukee, Parkside, Platteville, Waukesha, Whitewater, Oshkosh, La Crosse, Stevens Point, Green Bay, Eau Claire, River Falls, and Superior. They're part of the SBDC's national network.
Small Business Development Center site: https://wisconsinsbdc.org/
Connect with your nearest SDBC here: https://wisconsinsbdc.org/centers/
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