Small Business Development Center
– free one-on-one consultation for entrepreneurs

The Small Business Development Center opened in October 1997 in response to the needs of small and prospective business owners in Centre and Mifflin counties. The Penn State SBDC is part of a nationwide network of nearly 1000 centers. The mission of the SBDCs is to provide free business assistance to small firms and business start ups, enabling them to compete and grow in today's highly competitive global economy. The Penn State SBDC offers specialized training programs, seminars, and conferences designed to educate entrepreneurs on business topics ranging from basic business start-up skills to advanced management techniques.