We provide no-cost consulting, low to no-cost training, and research for potential and existing small business owners in the sixteen county area surrounding Lubbock, Texas. The SBDC provides guidance in obtaining financing for start up businesses through business plan preparation. The Center also assists existing businesses with cash management, marketing and expansion challenges. For individuals interested in starting a business, the staff at the SBDC will review typical eligibility requirements of most lenders for debt or equity financing in the community. The consultant may assist in the completion of a marketing plan, business plan, or provide and interpret research material. In addition to personalized consulting, the staff may seek additional support from Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC), the Procurement Assistance Center (PAC), the Rural Enterprise Accelerator Partnership of the Southwest (REAP) and the Northwest Texas Business and Industry Data Center (BIDC). The SBDC services all types of small business. We are proactive in serving the needs of historically under utilized businesses and their owners. Training workshops are scheduled on an on-going basis throughout the year. Topics covered are:
Starting Your Own Business
Business Planning
Marketing Research
Small Business Tax
Recordkeeping Software
Government Contracting
State Contracting
SBA Financing
& Other Topics as Required
We serve the following counties:
Bailey
Lamb
Hale
Floyd
Motley
Cottle
Cochran
Hockley
Lubbock
Crosby
Dickens
King
Yoakum
Terry
Lynn
Garza
