Small Business Development Center

Illinois SBDC at Harper College helps businesses start, grow and expand.

Growing a small business is no small task. Need help to expand or improve your existing business? Contemplating launching a new business? We can help.

The Illinois SBDC at Harper College provides:

Free individual small business advising/coaching

Our talented team of seasoned business advisors will help you identify, understand and overcome the challenges of running a successful business. From someone who has an idea for a home-based business to an established company in need of capital to finance their next stage of growth, we work closely with our clients to find solutions that work best for them. Schedule your free appointment today.

Where are you on the business continuum?

Thinking: I have a great business idea.

Launching: I've evaluated my idea and am ready to launch my business.

Growing: I want to take my established business to the next level.

Exiting: I'm ready to merge, cash out or pass the business on to the next generation.

May Workshops

Financial Boot Camp, 4 sessions, Tuesdays, May 7th - May 28th

Getting Started with Email Marketing, Tuesday, May 14th

June Workshops

New workshop -- Social Media Boot Camp, 4 sessions, Wednesdays, June 5th - June 26th

What Our Clients Say

Marketing Boot Camp

"We have been in business for 16 years and today I saw aspects of my business that I can build on that I had not seen before." - Karina M., owner of M.K.'s Auto Body and Repair

Starting a Business: Next Steps

"Thank you! There is so much to learn before starting a biz. Need all the tools to be successful and maintain the biz. I will definitely need advice and counseling before starting a biz." - Ramos M, prospective business owner