Starting or Expanding Your Business?
Are you interested in starting or expanding your business in Island County? The EDC offers a variety of free-to-you resources through its programs and partnerships. We’ll also connect you to other organizations that help local businesses.
One-on-One Business Advising
Ask an expert! The EDC offers no-cost, in-depth, one-on-one business advising with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Our SBDC local advisor and member of our team in Coupeville, Steve McCaslin, meets individually with Island County business owners to provide business advice, resources and research to make sure you have the information you need to make the decisions that are right for you and your business.
We're here to help when:
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You’re planning to expand your business.
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Your sales have stalled and you’re looking for new strategies.
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You’re preparing to hire employees and want guidance on growing your team.
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Your company is experiencing growing pains.
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You’re considering buying or selling a business.
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Your business plan no longer reflects where your company is today.
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You’re facing other business challenges and want a trusted partner to help you think through solutions.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
About the SBDC:
The Washington Small Business Development Center (WSBDC) is a network of business advisors, trainers, and support staff who operate from Washington State University and other Washington Institutions of higher education and selected economic development organizations. SBDC’s core services revolve around assisting businesses with making better informed business decisions to grow and sustain their businesses. They provide in-depth, confidential, no cost customized one-on-one business advising, business training and advisor assisted market intelligence.
