Small Business Development Center

At the Missouri SBDC at Lincoln University, we offer personalized services tailored to meet the unique needs of each business. Our knowledgeable professionals provide extensive support and guidance to help you achieve business success.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a new business owner, our Small Business Development Center is designed to equip you with the knowledge and resources necessary for success. We pride ourselves on assisting business owners at every stage of development, from initial concept and startup to growth, renewal, and succession planning.

Our business specialists use their expertise to address critical business development issues such as management, marketing, and strategic planning. We offer confidential one-on-one counseling to new and existing businesses, ensuring you receive the best possible advice and support tailored to your needs.

The Missouri SBDC at Lincoln University provides a vast array of technical assistance through low-cost training and specialized services. Our program is one of the nation's largest small business assistance programs, thanks to the extensive professional business advising our clients receive. We support business growth, sustainability, and the creation of new business entities, fostering local and regional economic development through job creation and retention.

Our SBDCs are a unique collaboration of SBA federal funds, state and local governments, and private sector resources. This partnership allows us to offer comprehensive technical assistance and support to small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs. By enhancing business growth and sustainability, we contribute to the economic vitality of our communities.