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START YOUR BUSINESS WITH CONFIDENCE

Practical guidance. Real progress.

We’re here to help your business succeed!

Providing education and consulting services to empower and assist entrepreneurs.

FIRST LEVEL ACADEMY

Helping new business owners take the right first steps.

Starting a business is exciting—but it’s also confusing. You’re full of ideas but unsure what to do first.

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First Level Academy gives you a clear path, practical resources, and support tailored to help you move forward with confidence.​

NEXT LEVEL ACADEMY

You’re no longer building a business. You’re leading one.

Growth has changed everything—your team, your time, your role. What worked before isn’t enough now.

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Next Level Academy helps you sort the chaos, make sound decisions, and lead your business into its next chapter—with clarity and confidence.

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

We are stronger because of our community. SBDC is made possible thanks to the participation of our sponsors and partners. Our network is ever expanding. If you are interested in joining SBDC as a Community Partner, contact us today.

COMMUNITY IMPACT

Over the last ten years, the SBDC at LCCC has earned its reputation as a one-stop shop for free expert-level advising for entrepreneurs wanting to start, sustain or grow a business.

The SBDC is a one-stop shop for free expert-level advising.

 ENTREPRENEURS IN RESIDENCE 

The SBDC participates in the Entrepreneurs in Residence program, powered by Huntington.

FEATURED SBDC CLIENTS

Select one of these featured clients to learn how the SBDC helped.

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Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Ohio SBDC program is also funded in part by the Ohio Development Services Agency. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. For arrangements, call the Ohio SBDC at 614-466-2711 or (800) 848-1300.

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