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Small Business Development Center

Who We Are
Since 1988, the SBDC has been dedicated to helping entrepreneurs start and expand their small businesses in Northeastern and Eastern Colorado by offering individual, free and confidential management consulting. We are a government agency that combines the resources of federal, state and local governments with the educational system and private sector, to provide needed services to small businesses and entrepreneurs across the state.

Our Vision
is to foster the successful growth and development of small business that result in a positive economic inpact.

Our Mission
To be an efficient, effective, and highly regarded small business assistance network to integrate and further the vision of SBDC.  

Our Philosophy

• Assist clients in starting or improving a business and solving management issues.
• Educate clients in all facets of the business planning process.
• Empower clients to master future planning and problem-solving skills.
  

SBDC Helps Clients

• Apply for Small Business Administration guaranteed loans or other programs
• Understand lender requirements to qualify for small business loans
• Identify potential alternative finance sources
• Connect to economic development
• Prepare a business plan
• Improve competitive strategies
• Plan for growth

Business Seminars
We provide free or low cost seminars on a regularly scheduled basis. Topics augment individual consulting services.

For related college degree programs or additional information, contact the director of SBDC.

Dr. Merle Rhoades, SBDC Director
300 Main, Fort Morgan, CO 80701
970-542-3263 or 1-800-622-0216 ext. 3263

Linda Olsen, Assistant to SBCE Director
300 Main, Fort Morgan CO 80701
970-542-3262 or 1-800-622-0216 ext. 3262

The Colorado SBDC is a partnership funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Colorado Office of Economic Development & Internal Trade (OED & IT). The support given by the OED & IT through such funding does not constitute an express or implied endorsement of any of the co-sponsor(s)' or participants' opinions, products or services. Special arrangements for the handicapped will be made if requested in advance by contacting the SBDC.

SBDC Request for Counseling Form (pdf file opens in new window)