BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Our purpose is to achieve racial and economic equity for Southwestern Ohio
We Help Businesses & Entrepreneurs Thrive
The Entrepreneurship Center of the Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio aims to help entrepreneurs in the greater Cincinnati and Dayton areas grow their businesses. We support these efforts by offering access to a modern customer contact center and a skilled, pre-screened workforce. The center's mission is to empower established entrepreneurs to leverage new business opportunities and secure financing to achieve higher levels of growth. Additionally, we offer various programs, including training cohorts and grant opportunities, to aid in business development and expansion.
Our Entrepreneurship Center is a hub for the Ohio SBDC at the Urban League Greater Southwestern Ohio and offers free, confidential, in-depth, one-on-one counseling for businesses with fewer than 500 employees. Staffed by highly trained Certified Business Advisors®, the center is a collaborative effort involving the private sector, educational community, and various government levels. Key partners include the Ohio Department of Development, the Small Business Administration, and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, among others.
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We want to help entrepreneurs increase their capacity to find success with new business opportunities and qualify for financing that will lead to higher business growth. Are you ready for your business to thrive?
What does each department do?
At our Entrepreneurship Center, we empower entrepreneurs to grow and thrive. Our Ohio SBDC-certified advisors offer free, confidential, and personalized business counseling for enterprises with under 500 employees. We provide access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a modern customer contact center and a skilled, pre-screened workforce. Our collaborative efforts ensure comprehensive support for your business journey. Unlock new business opportunities, secure financing, and achieve higher growth with us.
Our Mission
To enhance the capacity of established entrepreneurs to seize new opportunities and secure financing for sustainable business growth.
Key Services
- One-on-one business counseling
- Access to modern facilities and workforce
- Collaborative support from key partners
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Take your business to the next level with the Entrepreneurship Center at the Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio.
At the Ohio Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, our mission is to provide no-cost, confidential business consulting to help entrepreneurs and small business owners succeed. We serve Hamilton County with a team of Certified Business Advisors® who offer personalized guidance on business planning, financial management, market research, and more.
Our Services
- Free, confidential business consulting
- Personalized business plans and growth strategies
- Financial management and access to capital
- Market research and analysis
- Training workshops and seminars
Collaborative Partnerships
Our SBDC is supported by key partners, including the Ohio Department of Development, the Small Business Administration, and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, ensuring comprehensive resources and support for your business.
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Ready to take your business to the next level? Contact the Ohio SBDC at the Urban League today for expert guidance and support.