The Albert
Lea Business Development Center operates the SBA Small Business
Development Center (SBDC) for Freeborn County. The SBDC services are
provided through a partnership with Rochester Community and Technical
College, the State of Minnesota and the U.S. Small Business
Administration.
The following services are available through the SBDC at no cost to you.
Business Information
Our
consultants can help you obtain information on regulatory requirements,
market conditions, industry trends, technologies, and more.
Business Assessment and Evaluation
We can review your current business
situation and make recommendations that will help you capitalize on
your strengths. If you are considering purchasing a business we can
help review and evaluate the business opportunity.
Business Plan
From
determining the capital you need to grow, to successfully marketing
your business, a business plan is your blueprint for success. We can
review your plan and suggest improvements to help you reach your
business goals.
Financial Analysis and Loan Packaging
If additional
financing is one of your growth needs, we can help you analyze your
financial situation, identify sources of financing, organize the
necessary documentation, and assist you in preparing a loan application.
Marketing
Knowing your
customer is one of the hardest parts of business. We offer strategic
market analysis to help you clearly understand the characteristics of
your customers and develop a solid marketing plan that will not only
maximize your current business, but also allow you to take advantage of
opportunities in new markets.
Contact
DAVE LUNDAK, SBDC Specialist
Albert Lea Business Development Ctr
2610 Y.H. Hanson Avenue,
P. O. Box 370
Albert Lea, MN 56007
