The Business Development Program helps aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners turn ideas into successful businesses. Whether you're starting a new venture, purchasing an existing business, or expanding your current operation, our team provides the guidance, resources, and support needed to help you achieve your business goals.
 

Participants receive personalized, one-on-one business counseling and have the opportunity to attend classroom training designed to strengthen their knowledge and skills. Services may include evaluating business concepts, assessing entrepreneurial readiness, conducting market and industry research, developing business and financial management skills, preparing business plans and financial projections, and identifying resources to support long-term success. Ongoing technical assistance is available as your business grows and evolves.

The Business Development Program serves entrepreneurs and small business owners in Pike, Jackson, Ross, and Scioto Counties, providing individualized assistance from the early planning stages through business growth and expansion.

Financing may also be available for eligible businesses through our Small Business Loan Program. Loan eligibility, funding sources, and service areas differ from the Business Development Program. For more information about financing opportunities, click the Small Business Loan Program.

Our Small Business Loan Program serves eligible businesses located in, or business owners residing in, Adams, Brown, Highland, Jackson, Lawrence, Pike, Ross, and Scioto Counties.