Central Virginia Small Business Development Center
Personalized, Confidential, and Free Business Advising
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Who we are
CV SBDC is a team of business and technical experts available to listen, advise and assist entrepreneurs; confidentially and free of charge. CV SBDC is armed with a wealth of assets and a commitment to help small businesses achieve their business goals.
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What we do
We offer 1:1 assistance, connection to curated research, access to technical experts and professionals, and timely events and training. Our goal is to level the playing field for small businesses, growing strong communities and businesses.
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How We Do It
It works because it's local. Our team is connected to the communities we serve and supported by state and federal organizations. Funding from the Small Business Administration (SBA), localities we serve, and our patrons allows us to attract expert advisors and provide resources.
SBDC clients report 2x faster sales growth and 3x faster employment growth than non-SBDC clients.*
*As reported in the Economic Impact of SBDC Counseling Activities in Virginia, 2021 by Dr. James J. Chrisman.
Our Funders
CV SBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, George Mason University-Mason Enterprise, and host organization, Community Investment Collaborative (CIC). CV SBDC is also supported by the localities it serves thanks to municipal and private funding.
Learn more about our funders here.