The Small Business Development Center at Santa Rosa Junior College is
a valuable resource for the small business communities in Marin and Sonoma
counties. Funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, Humboldt State
University, and the Chancellor's Office of the California Community Colleges,
the center assists small business by providing:
- One-on-one, no-cost, professional business counseling in many areas,
such as business planning, loans and capital acquisition, marketing,
taxes and bookkeeping, and other areas involving small business operations.
- Low-cost workshops and seminars customized to local business issues
and industry clusters.
SBDC’s mission is to provide quality management and technical assistance
for existing and potential small businesses, resulting in success for the
entrepreneur, sustainable economic growth, and prosperity for all Californians.
SBDC’s specialized programs include:
The Sawyer Center
One-on-one
counseling and informational assistance on new product development and
intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights
The Rx for Business Program
Low-cost, comprehensive, on-site business
analysis, and written reports with recommendations to improve your company’s
operating efficiency
NxLeveL Training
NxLeveL Training Programs for Start-ups, Entrepreneurs,
and Farmers - Practical, hands-on business development courses designed
to help entrepreneurs advance their skills in starting growing and managing
their business
Profit Mastery
Practical tools to help you gain control of your financial
decisions using your financial statements; learn how to price your products,
understand cost behavior patterns, and manage cash flow
Customer Service Academy
Explore key skills and attitudes necessary
to deliver outstanding customer service; learn concepts and techniques
for dealing with internal and external customers, enhancing customer satisfaction,
and ensuring positive communication
Please explore our new Web site at www.sbdcsantarosa.org to
identify how SBDC’s services can contribute to the success of your
business. Be sure to contact us with any questions. We look forward to
talking with you! |
