Duquesne University Small Business Development Center

The Duquesne University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers no-cost, confidential consulting services and training workshops in southwestern Pennsylvania to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners with the knowledge they need to start, grow, and prosper! To learn more about the Duquesne University SBDC, visit our website at sbdc.duq.edu #duqsbdc #launchinnovatethrive #sbdc #entrepreneur #smallbusinessowner #smallbusiness

The holiday season is almost here! As you’re making plans, don’t forget to support small businesses. #ShopSmall on the 15th Small Business Saturday on November 30 and throughout the holidays. Learn more: www.sba.gov/saturday

Happy Thanksgiving from everyone here at the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center! We hope everyone has a safe and happy Thanksgiving with family and friends, and welcome to the holiday season!

The Small Business Development Center of Duquesne University was happy to host the Student Pitch Competition run by the Product Development and Management Association (PDMA) Pittsburgh Chapter. Many different presentations were made by students from Duquesne University, Carnegie Mellon University, Chatham, University of Pittsburgh, and Robert Morris. The Pittsburgh Chapter of the PDMA is dedicated to sharing knowledge and best practices through professional development, education, collaboration, and networking opportunities. https://www.sbdc.duq.edu/ #dusbdc #PDMA #studentcompetition

We Helped a Laser Engraving Business Purchase a Storefront! Duquesne University Small Business Development Center Success Story Leslie Michielli, owner of Maple & Metal LLC, first came to the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in January of 2024. She was in need of assistance with turning her well established hobby into a full-time business. DUQ SBDC senior business consultant, Denis Olson, began working with Leslie on formulating a business plan, acquiring a resale license, and identifying potential storefronts to purchase in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Fast forward to November of 2024 and Leslie was able to host a grand opening event at her brand-new business location in Etna, PA. Congratulations Leslie and thank you for working with the DUQ SBDC! Watch the video here - https://lnkd.in/eXB43mCc #dusbdc #pasbdc #mapleandmetal #successstory

In this day and age, digital marketing through social media is a must-have! BUT, DON’T FORGET about the power of old fashioned in-person business networking! ???? #startgrowprosper #duqsbdc #businessnetworking #smallbusinesssuccess #businessconsultant #smallbusinesstips #businesstipvideo

Shop small on Saturday, November 30, 2024. Saturday, November 30, 2024 is Small Business Saturday – a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities. When your dollars stay in your community, you help small businesses thrive and your neighborhood prosper. Please join SBA and organizations across the country in supporting your local small businesses by shopping at a small business. https://lnkd.in/guJW-f7t #shopsmall #smallbusiness #sba #dusbdc

?? NEW EPISODE ALERT ?? Episode #5 of our video podcast, Bridges to Business, featuring Nicole Lerda, owner of MaxxCole Salon & Skin Spa is NOW LIVE! ?? Rich Longo, director of the Duquesne University SBDC, sits down with Nicole to discuss the purchase of the business location, the challenges she faced as a business owner, building a strong team of employees, working with the DUQ SBDC, and much more! To watch the full episode, visit the links below! Watch/Listen on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ee4u3YST Watch/Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eF_DcYw2 #PittsburghEntrepreneurs #BusinessPodcast #VideoPodcastSeries #SmallBizSupport #PittsburghBusiness #DUQSBDC

Final First Step: Business Essentials of the calendar year, November 21st, Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce! Are you considering starting a business but do not know where to start? Are you wondering which business structure is right for your business? Taking the initial step can be scary, but the Duquesne University SBDC will help you create a strong business plan, so you know the exact steps needed to create a strong business start-up! During the duration of this our First Step: Business Essentials workshop, important topics will be covered such as business registration, insurance, startup funding, taxes, major components of the business plan, and financial statements & projections. This interactive workshop will be essential for new entrepreneurs and business startups to understand the first step of starting a new business. View a video of what our First Step: Business Essentials workshop - https://lnkd.in/e46sCjdb Visit our website below to sign-up today and create a vision for your business! https://lnkd.in/gqmsZ9Zn #dusbdc #entrepreneur

Helping an Entrepreneur Launch a Digital Platform for Local Businesses! DUQ SBDC Success Story Nick Marziale, founder of Townshare, came to the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) with the primary goal of starting a business. The business consultants at the DUQ SBDC assisted Nick with a business plan and helped him realize that his goal was feasible. Nick then went on to establish Townshare, a unique digital space designed to showcase our nation’s fantastic local/regional businesses, and the communities that support them. With help from an SBA loan, Nick was able to develop the platform and bring his dream to life in the fall of 2024. Congratulations Nick! The Duquesne University SBDC team wishes you nothing but the best! Read about this success story - https://lnkd.in/esRjAxeP View the video of this success story - https://lnkd.in/eUkD7svR #townshare #dusbdc #successstory