Small Business Development Center - Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Helping businesses start, grow, and prosper

February 9, 2010

Kutztown SBDC: What Stage is Your Business In?

Established Business - For entrepreneurs who have started a business more than 1 year ago and have at least $100,000 in annual sales.

Information Seeker - For organizations, individuals or media seeking information about the SBDC's mission and services.

Early Stage / Start Up - For new entrepreneurs preparing to start a new business.

If you are determined to make your business a success, then you've come to the right place! The Kutztown University Small Business Development Center fulfills its mission to encourage regional economic growth by providing existing and potential entrepreneurs with consulting services and learning opportunities. We currently provide these services at our outreach offices in Exton, Lancaster, Kutztown, Reading and Harrisburg. The following services are available at those offices:

General Business Consulting, Technology Commercialization Assistance Program, International Marketing, Government Marketing, Environmental Assistance, and Learning Opportunities

Latest Kutztown SBDC Blog Entries

Ben Franklin Technology Partners and PennTAP Announce the $35,000 NEW Energy Idea Contest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 25, 2010Ben Franklin Technology Partners and PennTAP Announce the $35,000 NEW Energy Idea ContestState College, PA � The Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program (PennTAP) and Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern PA (BFTP/CNP) announce their… Read more »

Governor Rendell says $22 Million Investment Will Create 375 Jobs Statewide, Stimulate Pennsylvania's Technology Sector

Governor Rendell says $22 Million Investment Will Create 375 Jobs Statewide, Stimulate Pennsylvania's Technology SectorHarrisburg: The commonwealth approved nearly $22 million in investments today to support innovation and help new technology companies grow and create 375 jobs, Governor… Read more »

Why Restaurants Fail

There are many reasons why a business can fail, especially a restaurant. Knowing where other businesses have fallen short is where a new business can excel. The basis for this article is to show the key reasons why restaurants fail, so that others can learn from these mistakes without having to… Read more »

SBA American Recovery Act

On February 17, 2009, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (the "Recovery Act") (P.L. 111-5). On March 16, 2009, SBA implemented sections 501 and 502 of the Recovery Act, which provide fee relief on 7(a) and 504 loans and an increased… Read more »

eNews: The September 2009 eNewsletter has been released

In This Issue Leland Nelson - Dirty Dog Hauling Government Loan Programs Interactive Live Workshop for Existing Businesses Four-Part Business Planning Live Workshop The First Step Live Workshop Click here to access the newsletter
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Client Success Story

Diane and Chris Keck
Thanx Hair Artistry

Diane and Chris Keck opened Thanx Hair Artistry in May 2006, and haven’t looked back since. After a chance encounter with KU SBDC Director, Ernie Post, Diane, owner/operator, enlisted the tools she and her husband Chris needed to get Thanx off the ground. With help from the KU SBDC, Diane and Chris had access to business and financial planning, launching Thanx from dream to reality. Read More