StartSmart
SCHEDULE Twice a Week for 4 Weeks TOPIC Starting a Business FORMAT Virtual Sessions IDEAL CANDIDATE < 2 Years in Business COST Entire Program: $99 You will learn how to: Whether you are a new business (in business 2 years or less), or are still in the planning phase, building a business takes the right tools—and […]
GrowSmart
Why choose GrowSmart? If your business is ready for growth, SBDC GrowSmart gives you the tools and strategies to reach your goals. GrowSmart was developed by the UGA SBDC to meet the needs of growing businesses. Combining the latest ideas with timeless principles, GrowSmart will propel your business forward! UGA SBDC training has helped thousands […]
Pharmacy
Through a collaboration with the UGA College of Pharmacy, the UGA SBDC offers high quality, confidential, consulting services to independent pharmacy owners geared to improving efficiencies and profitability. There is no charge for the consulting, which depending on the needs of the pharmacy, can focus on any of the following areas: Financial Analysis/Industry Comparisons Business […]
Consulting
The UGA SBDC offers access to confidential, no-cost, one-on-one professional business consulting for Georgia small business owners who want to grow or start their business. Our consultants have earned advanced degrees in business or management and have extensive practical experience to help both emerging and growing businesses design strategies to make better business decisions and […]
Commercialization Services
UGA SBDC commercialization services are designed to provide innovative commercialization assistance for small and mid-sized companies to aid the realization of successful business milestones. Entrepreneurs and managers are provided education about business fundamentals and consulting services that will guide them through the commercialization process. SBDC commercialization services are provided state-wide and most of the commercialization […]
EssenceTree scales holistic beauty brand with support from UGA SBDC
After leaving corporate America to pursue a passion for wellness, Charmaine Gibbs-West built EssenceTree into a nationally distributed beauty and wellness brand. With support from the UGA SBDC, the company expanded into approximately 400 Walmart stores and continues to reach new markets.
UGA SBDC training leads to new strategic focus, rapid growth for safety consulting firm
When Kate Badey stepped into the role of president at Safety Consultants USA, she saw an opportunity to strengthen the company for the future. Through strategic planning, marketing guidance, and HR support from the UGA SBDC, the company achieved impressive results: 23% sales growth, stronger profit margins, and nearly 20% employment growth in just three years.
Strong strategic partnership with UGA SBDC secures family transition
For more than two decades, David Douglas Diamonds & Jewelry has partnered with the UGA SBDC to make critical business decisions, from relocation and expansion to succession planning. Today, the family-owned company has increased sales six-fold and is preparing for a successful leadership transition to its next generation. Read how a trusted advisory relationship helped secure the future of a nearly 100-year-old business.