SBDC Small Business Podcast Jo Ann Di Maggio May

Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provide business-related assistance and knowledge to help entrepreneurs start, run, and grow their businesses. SBDCs are created through a partnership between the U.S. Small Business Administration and local universities and are available in all states and U.S. territories.

Welcome to our discussion with Marcel Brown, The Most Trusted Name in Technology, to explore some of the first steps to safeguard your company's data and protect your business.

Brandon Wells from the SIUE Alestle interviewing our SBDC director about the 2021-COVID_19 Relief Package.

Introducing the Illinois SBDC for the Metro East at SIUE and how we assist with small business development.

The 2021 SIUE East St. Louis Café of Champions Challenge is an opportunity for local catering and/or restaurant entrepreneurs to showcase their talent for a chance to win $3,000 in cash prizes and a grand prize of 1- year rent and utility free commercial kitchen/cafe space on the East St. Louis Higher Education Center (ESLHEC).

The ESLHEC serves as a national model for how metropolitan universities and colleges can leverage expertise in order to demonstrate impact in a high-needs community. ESLHEC is a place that inspires, prepares and connects youth and adults to opportunities to reach their full potential. The campus includes three higher education institutions, a charter high school, a full-service community library, a community care clinic, a community dental clinic, early childhood care, and is home to several state and federally funded programs and partners.

The winning finalist will have the opportunity to provide high-quality dining and catering options, not only to the ESLHEC but also the surrounding community.

The Illinois SBDC for the Metro East at SIUE speaks to the Leadership Council about the various economic development projects happening in the Metro East.