Impacting Connecticut's Small Business Economy
As a Connecticut Small Business Development Center client, you will have access to our team of business experts who work with you to personally understand your goals. Our no-cost, confidential advising services are available to help small businesses throughout their lifecycle including start-up assistance, expansion strategies, market research, or evaluating exit strategies.
The businesses below have worked with CTSBDC advisors to implement strategies to help them reach their business goals.
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“The Advisor Nelson Merchan Didn’t Just Step in as an Advisor; He Became a Mentor Who Genuinely Cared About Our Goals and Our Journey.”
Dominika Smaga, a registered nurse, launched Rehydrate IV Infusion on June 24, 2024, with a focus on empowering individuals to take control of their health. “As a nurse, I’ve always been passionate about helping people—there’s nothing more fulfilling than seeing someone regain their strength and improve their health”, she says. Dominika wanted to make a […]
Dominika Smaga

“The Advisor Nelson Merchan Didn’t Just Step in as an Advisor; He Became a Mentor Who Genuinely Cared About Our Goals and Our Journey.”
Dominika Smaga, a registered nurse, launched Rehydrate IV Infusion on June 24, 2024, with a focus on empowering individuals to take control of their health. “As a nurse, I’ve always been passionate about helping people—there’s nothing more fulfilling than seeing someone regain their strength and improve their health”, she says. Dominika wanted to make a […]
Dominika Smaga

“CTSBDC Business Advisor Denise Whitford Is an Excellent Advisor and Very Knowledgeable. She Found Solutions for Our Challenges.”
Located at 10 Love Lane, Ovelle Coffee LLC has quickly become part of a vibrant local economy in Hartford, CT. Ovelle specializes in supplying Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee, a product known for its unique flavor and origin. The company holds an import license from the Jamaican Agricultural and Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) and works directly […]
Sasha and Ian Fay

“CTSBDC Business Advisor Denise Whitford Is an Excellent Advisor and Very Knowledgeable. She Found Solutions for Our Challenges.”
Located at 10 Love Lane, Ovelle Coffee LLC has quickly become part of a vibrant local economy in Hartford, CT. Ovelle specializes in supplying Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee, a product known for its unique flavor and origin. The company holds an import license from the Jamaican Agricultural and Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) and works directly […]
Sasha and Ian Fay

“The Earlier You Can Obtain and Engage with a CTSBDC Business Advisor, the Better It Is.”
Powell Mental Health (PMH) was founded by Dr. Georgia Powell, DHA, MBA, MHA, in response to the intense demands of individuals needing assistance to pivot through their health and wellness journey. Over the past few years, the world has encountered the COVID-19 pandemic, which has triggered a global health crisis and consequently adversely impacted the […]
Georgia Powell

“The Earlier You Can Obtain and Engage with a CTSBDC Business Advisor, the Better It Is.”
Powell Mental Health (PMH) was founded by Dr. Georgia Powell, DHA, MBA, MHA, in response to the intense demands of individuals needing assistance to pivot through their health and wellness journey. Over the past few years, the world has encountered the COVID-19 pandemic, which has triggered a global health crisis and consequently adversely impacted the […]