The SBDC offers at no cost, confidential consulting to help businesses in SE Minnesota identify, understand and overcome the challenges of starting a business, running a successful business, and developing exit strategies. We provide the professional expertise and guidance that every small business owner needs to flourish in today's competitive and ever-changing business world. The SBDC provides the following services to entrepreneurs and businesses throughout the region: 1. Business planning 2. Assistance in accessing capital including both commercial and SBA financing 3. Business management assistance including financial analysis, sales and marketing and operations 4. Business seminars that provide specific information to the small business owner The SBDC is funded by leveraging resources provided by the Small Business Administration (SBA), the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), Rochester Community and Technical College (RCTC), regional economic development partners and the lending community.
