SAP&DC customarily offers technical assistance to established businesses with an operational history. Those interested in starting a new business are usually referred to St. Francis Small Business Development Center (SBDC).

SBDC provides assistance for existing small business owners and for those considering a new business. Most importantly, SBDC offers free, confidential consulting to assist entrepreneurs with business plan development, start-up procedures, financing proposals and market analysis. For more information, visit www.francis.edu/SBDC

For information on new business financing, go to Financing Your Business on this web site.