The Florida Small Business Development Center at University of South Florida assists existing and emerging businesses in Polk County, through professional business consulting, training and information.
The Florida SBDC at USF is part of a statewide partnership of higher education, economic development organizations, chambers and other sponsors dedicated to the economic prosperity of Florida. Whether starting, buying, growing or selling a business, the Florida SBDC at USF has what entrepreneurs need to grow and succeed. Services include no-cost, confidential business consulting from certified experts in a variety of business topics, including: marketing, business certification, capital access, market diversification, developing strategic business plans, export services, and web optimization.
The Florida SBDC at USF holds office hours at the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce Monday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. To schedule an appointment, please contact Greg Manning, Assistant Director, Florida SBDC at USF, Polk County at (863) 688-8551 Ext. 237 or GManning@usf.edu.
For more information, visit: https://sbdctampabay.com/