Grow Your Business

The SBDC can help you grow your business through one-to-one sessions focused on your individual needs such as:

• Strategic planning
• Expansion feasibility/advice
• Financial analysis, including cashflow
• Access to capital sources
• Market Research Resources/Marketing Strategy

See our contact page to make an appointment. 

In addition, the SBDC can help you to expand your markets.  Click the links below for resources and assistance in the following areas:

• Export Trade Resources  -  http://www.exportvirginia.org | http://www.sba.gov/category/navigation-structure/starting-managing-business/managing-business/exporting-importing
• Government Contracting – The SBDC can assist you in all aspects of doing business with the government.  Start with the links below and contact the SBDC for more information.
  • Virginia State Contracting
    • SWaM Certification and eVA registration – http://www.dmbe.virginia.gov
    • Disadvantaged Business Enterprise certification
    • VA Megaprojects Information – http://www.vamegaprojects.com

   

  • Federal Government Contracting

    • Central Contractor Registry – http://www.ccr.gov
    • SBA Document – Twelve Steps to Success in Contracting With the Federal Government
    • SBA – Frequently Asked Questions About Federal Procurement
    • 8(a) Business Development Program for Small Disadvantaged Businesses - http://www.sba.gov/8a
    • 8(m) – New SBA Women-Owned Small Business Program - http://www.sba.gov/wosb
    • GSA Schedule Information

  Services of the SBDC are confidential and free of charge.  Contact us for an appointment.

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