What Others Say about the SV SBDC
"Henry Reeves and his staff at the SBDC have given me the tools to succeed. I cannot thank them enough. They are the best inspiration that I could have received to never give up." Brandon Amstutz, Owner
"This has to be the most underutilized free service available to a business owner. Whether you are a start-up or have been in business for 50 years, the SBDC can help you!
"The QuickBooks and Keeping the Books classes, which we offer jointly with the SBDC in our offices, have provided an excellent environment for nurturing the small business community. The attendees gain confidence in their ability to compile quality financial information for their growing businesses. In addition, they become aware of the support system and tools provided by the SBDC.
"I've always had a productive experience with the SBDC. They were there for me and my business every step of the way. From the beginning, when Campus Cookies was just a twinkle in my eye, to the present—I could always count on the SBDC for dependable, non-biased, practical business advice. The SBDC gave me the confidence I needed to believe in myself and my business model, allowing me to take the risks and handle the roller coaster ride of starting a business. Not only did the SBDC give me valuable knowledge, but they also helped to connect me within the local community and Shenandoah Valley, making the transition into a chain a lot less stressful. If there is one thing I've learned in business, it's the value of dependability, and the SBDC has always been there for me." Scott Davidson, Owner
"The SBDC was instrumental in making our transition to a new business smooth and successful. If you are starting a business, start with the SBDC. They are knowledgeable, experienced, and can guide you through the business planning process. They provide you with excellent professional resources and, through effective planning, give you the confidence to achieve your dream." Ann & Jay Brown, Owners
"What a great opportunity to say thank you for what the SBDC did for me. They made the process of opening Casual Friday easier, as they know how everything is done—from registering your business to marketing it after it is open. The SV SBDC is such a great free organization that helps throughout the process. I recommend a lot of people to them because of their success rate. I went from a 600 square foot to a 1200 square foot store, and now I am expanding to 1800 square feet! I will be contacting them again to find out what I need to do next. Great mentoring." Crystal Fleming, Owner
"The Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center is a critical resource for the new or existing business owner looking to improve or turnaround their business. The SV SBDC provides excellent insight on what it takes to be successful in our business community. They have helped my clients and prospects prepare business plans and financial projections that result in sound presentations when they come to discuss their loan request with our bankers. With their knowledge, expertise, and resources, the SV SBDC gets businesses on the right track and helps them maintain their financial objectives along the way. This work is critical for our clients, and our bankers continue to utilize this tremendous resource for the business community." Gregory C. Godsey, Area Executive and Senior Vice President
"Whenever I meet with a new small business owner, the first place I have them go is the Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center. The SV SBDC provides excellent insight on what it takes to succeed in our business community. With their knowledge and expertise, the SV SBDC gets businesses on the right track and helps them maintain their goals along the way. I'm very thankful to the SV SBDC for the work they've done for my clients, and I will continue to utilize this tremendous resource." Jonah Pence, Commercial Lender "I have the pleasure of working with entrepreneurs who have great ideas for new business ventures that they want to investigate and launch in the Shenandoah Valley. Often there is a piece of the puzzle in which the entrepreneur could use some assistance. Harrisonburg is fortunate to have the staff and resources of the Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center available to work with area entrepreneurs. Business plan development, marketing, and accounting are just a few of the many subject areas that I know the SV SBDC offers, with great advice and expertise to clients I have referred their way. Brian B. Shull, Economic Development Director
"The SBDC helped Immerge Technologies in its founding years from QuickBooks training to general business practices. As a group of young, energized JMU graduates, we struggled with understanding how to bring our skills and services to market. The SV SBDC helped us with business plan development and also helped us connect to the Valley community. Immerge Technologies celebrated its five-year anniversary on May 17, 2010, and the SV SBDC contributed much needed advisorship to us, helping us reach the success we enjoy today."
“Frequently, I have the opportunity to meet with people considering opening a business in downtown, and I have found the SBDC to be an extremely valuable resource to refer people to in this situation. Prospective business owners often take advantage of services such as a written business plan, consultation on financing, and classes on a range of topics. In addition, the SBDC and HDR jointly formed a Business Resource Team to meet with existing businesses to provide input and expertise on ways in which a struggling business can improve or a successful business can address an area of challenge. We are indeed fortunate to have the quality, commitment, and knowledge of the SBDC staff available to our local business community.” |
Related LinksWe are grateful to those who assist the SV SBDC in its mission to advise, train, and inform small businesses to help them achieve success.
. . . about us and how we work, links to other resources, etc
. . . answers for those considering a new business.
. . . resources to help managers and owners move forward with confidence.
Use this inquiry form to start a conversation with a counselor.
See the complete SV SBDC calendar for the variety of workshops, special events and other opportunities for the start-up or existing business.
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