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Call the SBDC Answer Line at:
1-800-940-SBDC  (7232)

If you have questions about the SBDC programs and services or about business start-up or ongoing operations,  e-mail: Vicki Lobermeier or contact:

Small Business Development Center
UWSP Continuing Education
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
2100 Main Street, 032 Main Bldg.
Stevens Point, WI 54481
800-898-9472

Small Business Development Center

Entrepreneurial Training Program

The Small Business Development Center is pleased to provide local entrepreneurs and those looking to start a business, with top-notch, impact training. Over 500 participants have completed Entrepreneurial Training throughout our nine-county region. This has resulted in start-up or expansion of over 300 small businesses to help boost the economy of the Central Wisconsin area.

Through this training you will complete a strong written business plan on the direction your business needs to succeed.  Whether you have been in business for years and need some solid planning tools, or are beginning a business, this training will help you succeed.

FALL 2011 Location and Dates

Attend a FREE introductory session prior the workshop start dates to learn more about ETP and the application process.

Wausau - Business Development Center

6-9:00 pm, Tuesdays, September 27-November 22, 2011 at the Wausau Business Development Center, 100 N 72nd Ave, Wausau WI 54401. Co-sponsored by the Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce.  Attend a free introductory session on Tuesday, September 13th! Call 715-346-3861 to sign up.

Click here for the UWSP/SBDC registration form.

This 8-session series will cover management and legal structure, business and market research, marketing, financial records and control, financial planning and budgets, how to finance your business, and will include a summary and graduation session. See below for details on where and when sessions will be held.

We are also pleased to announce that by filling out an application, the Wisconsin Department of Commerce will subsidize 75% of your $1000 course fee.  With this assistance your fee is only $250.  Your application will be processed within two weeks of our receiving it. This program is offered in various locations throughout our 9-county SBDC area, including Stevens Point and Wausau. For questions or to be put on a mailing list to receive a schedule of upcoming ETP classes, please email dsnyder@uwsp.edu or call us at 800-898-9472.

All locations cover the following topics:
  • Management Skills: Logical Questions & Answers
  • Business Planning: Business & Marketing Research
  • Marketing
  • Cash Flow Financial Statements
  • Alternative Sources of Funding
  • Summary & Plan Completion
  • Financial Records & Controls; Financial Planning & Budgets

Download the registration form and application and mail both to UWSP/CE at 2100 Main St., Stevens Point WI 54481; fax to 715-346-4045; or call 715-346-3861 if you have questions.


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