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Locations  

Serving St. Lucie, Indian River, Okeechobee and Martin Counties

St. Lucie County

Main Campus, 3209 Virginia Avenue, Fort Piece, FL 34981, Bldg Y Suite 101

Martin County 

IRSC Business & Technology Incubator, 924 S.E Central Parkway, Stuart, FL 34994 

Indian River County 

Mueller Campus, 6155 College Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32966,  Bldg B, Rm 127A

Sebastian City Hall, 1235 Main St., Sebastian, FL 32958 

Okeechobee County 

Dixon Hendry Campus, 2229 N.W. 9th Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34972, available by appointment. 

SBDC's Mission

The Florida Small Business Development Center Network (FSBDCN) delivers, through certified professionals, confidential consulting, training and information to help businesses succeed and create positive impact for the Florida economy, while providing value for our stakeholders.

Vision

To be recognized as Florida's leading business development resource. Our future is secured by sustainable funding. Our stakeholders recognize and reward our contributions to Florida's economic growth.

Growth Acceleration Services

Spike Schultheis

Growth Acceleration Consultant 

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Business Continuity and Risk Management Program

An estimated 25% of Small Businesses that
Close Because of a Disaster Never Re-open.

Be Business Ready

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The SBDC at IRSC is a member of the Florida SBDC Network, a statewide service funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. 

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Our Consultants

The Small Business Development Center at Indian River State College staff is comprised of dedicated professionals, each with unique credentials and past experiences that make them well qualified to assist you with your general and specialized business needs. Most consultants have operated their own small business and have advanced business degrees. They are also required to regularly participate in professional development activities. Consultants draw from their educational and business experience to provide practical, relevant advice. The consultant's job is one of guidance and education to help business owners identify the challenges they face and the solutions to overcome them. During the initial assessment process, your consultant will help you determine what kind of assistance you need.

In addition to our full-time professional staff, we are able to call on the talents of higher education faculty, business professionals, community and government leaders, retired executives, advanced business students, research assistants, and other knowledgeable individuals who are happy to share their expertise and insights with you.

We recognize that no two businesses are alike. We look forward to building a trusting, one-on-one relationship with you and developing a customized course of action to help you achieve your personal and professional business goals.

• Business Planning
• Market Research
• Capital Acquisition
• Emerging Technology
• Cash Flow, Financial Analysis
• Rural Business Development
• Taxes
• International Trade
• Manufacturing
• Product Development, Engineering
• Scalable Businesses
• Government Contracting
• Minority Business Development
• Women's Business Issues
• Veteran-Owned Businesses

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Listen to our Satisfied Clients...

"Our FSBDC Consultant has helped us navigate the difficult decisions that needed to be addressed to unlock our growth opportunities, re-brand ourselves and develop a reasonable plan for us to grow from $5 million to $10 million over the next two years. Today, Ed is a trusted advisor to our management team to help keep us on track."
-Bob Putnam, President
Boston Barricade Co., Vero Beach

"The Small Business Development Center is a very valuable tool. Anyone looking to open a business would be at a huge advantage to take their business plan to an analyst for review. They are extremely supportive and helpful in networking opportunities as well."
-Dale van der Lugt & Mandy Green
Sentiment, Ft. Pierce

Whether you are looking to start your business, improve revenue or obtain financing, the Small Business Development Center at Indian River State College has the training seminar that is right for you.

Classes are conveniently offered regularly at the IRSC Main Campus. Training is also available in other SBDC locations.  Instruction is provided by Certified Business Consultants and Subject Matter Experts that have have first hand experience with small businesses. The SBDC is proud to offer a wide range of training classes and seminars geared toward small businesses.

So You Want to Start a New Venture Workshops

Topics include: Goals of your venture, Mission Statement / Vision, Who is your market, Building a business plan, Planning for the next step, Business resources.

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August 28, 2013

The IRSC INNOVATION INCUBATOR is an accessible collaboration space for use by entrepreneurs, business
owners, inventors, professionals, telecommuters, students and independents.
Now there’s no need to meet prospects or clients in your garage, living room or local coffee shop. Enjoy professional space where you can copy, collate and
work on your presentations and conduct business without being cramped on the kitchen table or in the spare bedroom. Here you’ll discover an affordable place to work, learn, and connect.