Helping small businesses start, grow, and thrive.
Connecticut Small Business Development Center’s trained and experienced full-time advisors work with a variety of small businesses in all industries and stages of development by providing no-cost advisory services. How can we help you today?
We help many Connecticut businesses
At the Connecticut Small Business Development Center, our team is passionate about helping small business owners reach their business goals. Our professional, expert advisors offer guidance and support so you can focus on growing your business. Whether a new idea, a new product or a new location – we help you turn your dream into a reality by helping you access funding, create new strategies and find critical information.
Our online business resources will help you grow
Our expert advising services are available on-demand for you to access at your convenience. We have a library of recorded webinars, business tips, and online resources to help small businesses learn how to grow and manage their business.
News & Events
Restaurant Revitalization Fund Overview [May 13]
May 13 @ 9:30am In this webinar we will present information related to: Eligibility details including which entities qualify and what is required Understanding the amount you would qualify for depending on how long you’ve been in business The covered period, which is how long you have to use the funds How you can use […]
Restaurant Revitalization Fund Overview [Recording]
This webinar provides an overview of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund grant program, including: Eligibility details including which entities qualify and what is required Understanding the amount you would qualify for depending on how long you’ve been in business The covered period, which is how long you have to use the funds How you can use […]
Fondo de Revitalización de Restaurantes: Prepárese [Grabación]
A discusión del programa Restaurant Revitalization Fund, que incluye: Detalles de elegibilidad, incluyendo las entidades que califican y los requisitos; Como determinar la cantidad para la que calificaría según el tiempo que lleva en el negocio; El período cubierto o el período de tiempo en el que necesita usar los fondos; Cómo puede utilizar los […]
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Hayley Segar, Founder
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Looking for a swimsuit that feels flattering and is still stylish led Hayley Segar to create her own swimwear line, onewith. After finding CTSBDC through an online search, she signed up to attend a course to learn how to launch a business and was connected with CTSBDC Pre-Venture Business Advisor, Mary Kay Della Camera. From […]
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Derrik & Kelley Kennedy, Owner
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After a trip to Italy and experiencing the culture, Derrik and Kelley Kennedy decided to open their own wine bar in their community of Old Saybrook, CT. Being first-time business owners, they worked closely with the Connecticut Small Business Development Center to understand the requirements of opening this business and did so successfully in November […]
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Jonathon Metcalf
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Integrity Martial Arts is a martial arts studio in Enfield making a big impact for their students. Respect, self-control, and discipline — these are the founding principles owner Jonathan Metcalf teaches the youth who are enrolled in his classes. Jonathan began working with CTSBDC advisor Denise Whitford in 2016 and since then he has been […]
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Learn MoreBetter Half Brewing
Matthew & Rachel Haseltine
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What started as hobby brewing beer in their garage, has grown into a successful full-blown brewery with dining options for Michael and Rachel Haseltine. We recently had the chance to meet up with these busy entrepreneurs to discuss their business and how it got started. Business Start 2019 Capital Accessed $50k Commercial Bank Loan Jobs […]
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Felicia Rubenstein
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Owner and Chief Collaborator, Felicia Rubinstein, reached out to the Connecticut Small Business Development Center for help launching this collaborative shared workspace. Felicia is no stranger to starting her own her business as she had done in the past but she realized that the expertise of CTSBDC business advisors could help her secure the loan […]
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Learn MoreHere for you at every stage of your business
Start or launch a business
Whether it's your first time starting a business or you've started many, speaking to our Pre Venture Business Advisors can help you prepare to launch a successful business.
Contact us to get started today.
Expand your customer base
Our Business Advisors have the experience and expertise to help existing businesses reach new markets, explore industry trends, attract new customers, and many other tasks which may help grow your business.
Business Operations: Our Operations team offers advising on topics including business planning, strategic planning, growth strategy, business model development, intellectual property, operations and process, cybersecurity and more. Contact us to learn more.
Customer Acquisition: If you are looking for support in expanding your customer base and revenue stream including market research, marketing strategies, digital marketing, SEO, ecommerce, international trade/export, government contracting, and more. Contact us today to get started.
Raise capital for my business
Our Capital Access team has many years of experiencing helping business access the capital they need to grown or sustain their business. With many personal relationships with some of Connecticut's premier lenders, CTSBDC advisors can help you evaluate your financial options. In addition to traditional lending programs, CTSBDC advisors work with community funding institutions focused on helping small businesses.
Contact us today and get connected with a Capital Access business advisor.
Request COVID-19 Assistance
COVID-19 has forced many small business owners to re-think the way they run their business. We have a number of on-demand and live webinars and resources available to help you navigate this crisis for your business. Our business advisors are available to meet one-on-one with you to review your loan application, business plan, and answer your questions.
Contact us today to get started on the road to recovery.
