USCA Small Business Development Center

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the University of South Carolina Aiken offers a variety of services and management training courses that are tailored to meet the needs of small and medium-sized businesses. SBDC Consultants provide managerial assistance to those wishing to start or expand an enterprise and to businesses experiencing difficulties. SBDC Consultants are available to give one-on-one consultation, to analyze business operations, assist in developing business plans, and provide marketing information at no cost. Aiken Small Business Development Center *Winner of 2008 SBA Small Business Development Center Service Excellence and Innovation Center Award* Laura DiSano, M.A., Business Consultant Bob Clark, Business Consultant Marilyn S. Miller, Administrative Specialist

Don't forget to register! Me, Own a Franchise? Register Now for Outstanding SBDC Workshop on Franchises “How to Avoid the 10 Common Mistakes People Make When Buying a Franchise” Date: Tuesday, October 18th Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Place: Penland Admin Building, Room 106, USC – Aiken campus Cost: $45 advance registration, $50 at door (Refreshments will be served) Register online at www.uscbiz.net We gladly accept Visa, Master Card, check, exact cash or money order or, make check payable to USC-SBDC and send to: USC-SBDC, 471 University Parkway, Box 9, Aiken SC 29801 Learn the secrets that reduce risk and create equity What mistakes do people commonly make and how to avoid them? Which franchises are recession resistant? (Yes, they exist!) How do I find one that’s right for me, my skills and my wallet? How does a franchise minimize risk and increase earnings potential? Who Should Attend? Consultants and Independent Contractors limited to a specific industry....Experienced Corporate Employees navigating an unsure career transition...Risk adverse Mid-level to Senior Managers... Specialists troubled about the potential pitfalls of owning a new business...Generalists ready to avoid the uncertainty and instability of a job...Seasoned Professionals hitting the grey ceiling.... Your Workshop Leader is Anna Wilds, Subject Matter Expert on franchise business ownership. She offers a free service to SBDC clients. Questions? Call Anna at (800) 513-5520 or email her at awilds@franchoice.com. ________________________________________________________________________ *WORKSHOP LOCATION* Part 1: USC Aiken, SC, Business and Education Building 916, Room 140 Part 2: USC Aiken, SC, Business and Education Building 916, Room 238 (Computer Lab) Part 3: USC Aiken, SC, Business and Education Building 916, Room 238 (Computer Lab) REGISTRATION $35 in advance, $45 at the door (each class) BDC Phone (803) 641-3646 or Email: sbdc@usca.edu Presenter: Erin Long, CPA, MBA of Erin Long Accounting and Consulting, LLC. Erin owns a small business consulting company in Chapin, SC, is a certified QuickBooks Pro Adviser, and acts as a CFO for many of her clients. Her focus is finance; however, she also consults on every aspect of running a business; her company slogan says it best: “Helping Small Businesses Put the Pieces Together”. LOCAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY Have you listed your company? We help you succeed! “The South Carolina SBDC is partially funded under Cooperative Agreement No. 3-603001-Z-0043-24 by the U.S. Small Business Administration.” “ The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) operates in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration. The support given by the U.S. Small Business Administration through such funding does not constitute an expressed or implied endorsement of the cosponsor(s) or participants’ opinions, products or services.” All SBDC programs are non-discriminatory and available to individuals with disabilities. "New" Grow Your Revenue Manage Sales Click for more Information SBDC In The News-Click Here For More Home \| Services \| Resources \| Workshops \| Success Stories \| Contact \| Links USC Aiken SBDC sbdc@usca.edu • 803-641-3646

Me, Own a Franchise?

Register online

Who Should Attend?