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Helping Small Businesses Navigate Their Next Stage of Growth

Whether you’re looking to grow an established business, improve operations, access capital or explore a new business opportunity, the UGA SBDC in Columbus provides expert consulting, training and resources to help you achieve your goals.

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3100 Gentian Boulevard
Suite 119
Columbus, GA 31907
Phone: (706) 569-2651
Email: columbus@georgiasbdc.org
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Serving the following counties: Chattahoochee, Harris, Harris, Marion, Meriwether, Muscogee, Pike, Schley, Talbot, Taylor, Troup, Upson

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Need funding to start, grow or expand your business? Our consultants can help you prepare loan packages, evaluate financing options, improve lender readiness and connect you with the resources needed to pursue capital opportunities. Please note: the SBDC does not provide funding.

MEET THE TEAM

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Phillip Wise
Area Director
Headshot of Brandy Offenback.
Brandy Offenback
Program Assistant
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Thomas Credle
Business Consultant

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

"I believe the UGA SBDC is one of the best resources available for a potential business owner looking to do business the right way."
"Thomas Credle with SBDC has been a huge part of our story and I'm beyond grateful for his help. He has been an incredibly knowledgable resource that has been a fantastic mentor and advocate!"
"Outstanding service and very knowledgeable staff. Phil is a great resource for the community. My business is flourishing as a result of his advice."
"Phil is absolutely amazing! I could not have asked for a better partner in my business growth plan. My wife and I are very grateful for Phil's knowledge and ability to help us through the process. What an outstanding guy!!"
"Thomas has been a puzzle piece I truly need in operating and building my business. He has been able to fill knowledge and experience gaps that I question what financial position I would be in without him."

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Thu
9
July
July 9th @ 2:00 pm
Course Number: 0815-002

Pizza is a Perk--Not a Strategy

Live Webinar
29.00
This one-hour webinar covers the elements of a successful employee retention program. From the initial hire to the 20th Anniversary pin, it takes more than the occasional pizza party to successfully retain top talent. 
Thu
6
August
August 6th @ 6:00 pm
Course Number: 0827-002

How to Start a Business in Georgia

Cunningham Conference Center
3100 Gentian Blvd
Columbus, GA
0.00
This in‑person, 2‑hour workshop helps funnel your business questions into informed decisions and clear next steps for starting a business in Georgia

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