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Live Webinar 01/27/2026

New Year, New Business: What You Need to Know About Starting a Business in 2026

Free – Online January 28, 12 p.m. Spots Limited REGISTER Is your New Year’s Resolution to finally start the small business you’ve been dreaming of? Join Connecticut Small Business Development Center Business Advisor Mary Kay Della Camera to learn more about what it takes to launch a business in Connecticut in 2026. From refining your […]

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Live Webinar 01/27/2026

Business Growth Accelerator Program

As a small business owner, every day feels like a challenge. You’re working longer hours… managing cash flow… chasing new customers… but no matter how hard you push forward, you feel… stuck. That’s where the Business Growth Accelerator Program (BGAP) comes in! BGAP is designed to give business owners the expert guidance and practical solutions […]

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Live Webinar 12/02/2025

SBIR/STTR Accelerator – Applications Open

Calling all CT-based innovators!  Are you planning to pursue an SBIR/STTR grant this year? Don’t undertake this highly competitive process alone – join CTSBDC’s SBIR/STTR Accelerator to get closer to submitting a successful grant proposal. If you can commit to six weekly, online sessions the SBIR/STTR Accelerator can help you get a leg up on […]

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Press Release December 5, 2025

CTSBDC Advisor Nelson Merchan Honored as Innovator

East Hartford, CT — Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) is proud to announce CTSBDC advisor Nelson Merchan was honored by Westfair Business Journal as one of its 2025 Hispanic Innovators Honorees. Westfair Business Journal honors individuals for their leadership, ingenuity, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to driving economic growth and positive change in Westchester and […]

In The News November 14, 2025

Dorian Zwierewicz Named State Director of CTSBDC

East Hartford, CT — Dorian Zwierewicz has been named the State Director of the Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC), effective November 14, 2025. Zwierewicz recently served as the regional director of the Florida Small Business Development Center at Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, Florida – which received two awards of excellence in […]

Press Release November 3, 2025

CEDAS Honors Outgoing CTSBDC State Director with Kenneth L. Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award

East Hartford, CT – After 12 years with Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC), including seven as State Director, Joe Ercolano is retiring, effective November 5, 2025. In addition to well wishes from colleagues at CTSBDC and UConn School of Business, Ercolano was honored by the Connecticut Economic Development Association (CEDAS) with the Kenneth L. […]

Press Release April 15, 2025

CTSBDC Clients Recognized Among SBA’s 2025 Connecticut Small Business Award Winners

East Hartford, CT — The Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) is proud to announce that several of its clients have been honored as recipients of the 2025 U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Connecticut Small Business Week Awards, including one recognized at both the state and New England regional levels. These awards celebrate small business […]

Press Release March 31, 2025

Spring 2025: Free CTSBDC Webinars Empowering Connecticut Small Businesses

East Hartford, CT – The Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) is proud to present a series of free, 60-minute virtual webinars this spring, designed to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners with the tools and knowledge needed to start, grow, and succeed in today’s competitive landscape. Led by experienced CTSBDC business advisors, these engaging […]

Press Release March 14, 2025

CTSBDC Client Michelle Nicholson of The Flour Girl Bakery Named Connecticut’s 2025 Small Business Person of the Year by the SBA

Hebron, CT — “An SBA Small Business Person of the Year has proven their ability to overcome challenges, tested their vision through innovation, and are involved in their communities. These qualities are the ingredients of Michelle’s success since she began to feed her sourdough starter,” said Catherine Marx, SBA’s Connecticut District Director. Michelle Nicholson launched […]

Press Release January 26, 2025

CTSBDC Announces Small Business Lending Expo on March 27, 2025

East Hartford, CT — The Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC), SBA- Connecticut, and Central Connecticut State University will host a Small Business Lending Expo on March 27, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 39 Ella Grasso Blvd, New Britain CT. 06053 This in-person event is designed for small businesses, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and […]