Small Business Development Center
Bucknell University's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides confidential no-cost consulting and educational workshops to individuals throughout central Pennsylvania. The SBDC gives entrepreneurs the knowledge and skills they need to start and grow successful businesses.
The Bucknell SBDC is one of 15 centers in Pennsylvania and is an accredited affiliate of the national network of America’s Small Business Development Centers. It serves Juniata, Montour, Northumberland, Perry, Snyder and Union counties.
What We Offer
Educational Events
The SBDC provides entrepreneurs with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. We run training workshops on business startup and growth and special programs that feature entrepreneurs and business owners throughout the region.
Services for Entrepreneurs
Whether you're just getting started investigating your business model, are looking to develop a business plan, or are seeking to innovate and grow your business, SBDC can help you succeed.
Student Startups
The SBDC is an advising resource for student entrepreneurs at Bucknell - including those participating in the annual BizPitch competition hosted by Bucknell's Perricelli-Gegnas Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation.
Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers are funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania through the Department of Community & Economic Development, through support from host institutions, and by other sources of state and federal funding.