
Learn about the amazing programs, people, and small businesses that make up the Nevada Small Business Development Center community in our 2024 Impact Report. The Nevada SBDC Impact Report is a comprehensive digital report that outlines our services, highlights some of our clients, and dives deep into the work we were able to assist with in 2024
2024 Nevada Small Business Challenges Survey Results
Each year, Nevada SBDC surveys its clients to find out what challenges Nevada small businesses are facing. Discover what 2024's issues and challenges were.
Nevada Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI)
SSBCI is designed to catalyze private capital in the form of loans to and investments in small businesses, especially in historically underserved communities and among entrepreneurs who may have otherwise lacked the support needed to pursue their business ambitions.


Take the Nevada SBDC's free cyber security assessment. Identify areas of strengths and weaknesses in your current cybersecurity policies and procedures. At the end of the assessment you will receive your results via email, a grade, and have an opportunity to ask for further assistance.

ABOUT US
Nevada SBDC guides and assists Nevadans looking to start and grow businesses, with objectives to increase business starts, create and retain jobs, and increase access to capital. One-on-one advising services are free and confidential. Nevada SBDC also offers and coordinates a wide range of workshops and courses in collaboration with public and private entities.
This program is supported by federal funding. Full disclosures available at Nevada SBDC Funding Sources
TRAINING
The Nevada SBDC offers and coordinates a wide range of workshops, seminars and courses in collaboration with public and private sectors
Successful business owners and advisors teach entrepreneurial practices to new and existing business owners through a wide range of training events.
SBDC services are provided in a nondiscriminatory way to all legal residents and citizens in the United States
Upcoming Training
BUSINESS ADVISING
STARTING A BUSINESS
Have an idea and want to make it a business? We offer advising related to legal structure selection, licensing, and permitting, market research, site selection, business plan creation, finding capital and franchising agreements just to name a few.
GROWING A BUSINESS
Growing a business can be challenging. Advisors can help you with managing cash flow, planning strategically, developing a network, rebranding and reinventing, establishing personnel policies, marketing, and creating an exit strategy.
MANAGING A BUSINESS
Nevada SBDC helps with sustaining businesses with expertise in valuing and buying a business, hiring employees, legal and tax considerations, customer service, financial management, risk management, marketing, advertising, sales and more.
NETWORK LOCATIONS
CARSON CITY • DOUGLAS COUNTY • ELKO
ELY• FALLON • FERNLEY • HENDERSON
LAS VEGAS • PAHRUMP • RENO

Your Business Plan is Only as Strong as Your Numbers!
For over 20 years, Kathy H. has guided entrepreneurs through the full business planning process and creating accurate projections. She always starts with the numbers.
Because every business owner should understand their finances. And that’s something we can help you with! 😊
#tip #finances #entrepreneurs #smallbusiness
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Congratulations to the 2025 Nevada SBDC State Star, Agriculture & Food Systems Business Advisor Kelli Kelly!
The SBDC State Star Award recognizes outstanding individual achievement within America's SBDC Network. State Stars are nominated by their peers, and winners are selected by their State Directors. The State Stars demonstrate exemplary performance, make significant contributions to their Networks, and are committed to the success of America's small businesses.
Charles "Tee" Rowe, America's SBDC President and CEO, says, "Our State Stars represent the best of America's SBDC Network. They are dedicated professionals who go above and beyond to help small businesses succeed. Their exceptional performance and unwavering commitment to entrepreneurial growth make them true champions of economic development in their communities."
Join us in congratulating Kelli on her impressive achievement!
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Congratulations! A perfect choice!
Congratulation Kelly K! Well deserved 👏👏👏🍀
Congratulations!!!
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