When Mark and Allison Bell set out to open their first Ellianos Coffee franchise, they turned to the UGA SBDC for expert guidance. Just two years later, they’ve opened two locations, created dozens of jobs, and are planning three more, proving that with the right support, big dreams can take root in small towns.
Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
All programs of the UGA SBDC are open to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.
The UGA SBDC is an accredited member of America’s SBDC.
The University of Georgia
Small Business Development Center
382 East Broad Street
Athens, GA 30602-5412
P: (706) 542-2762
