
Ten Year Washington State Client Economic Impacts according to Dr. James Chrisman, Mississippi State University
Client Testimonials
“I love talking to [our advisor]” “He’ll walk in with a fresh set of eyes, but a fresh set of eyes with a lot of experience. He helps guide us where we need to be.”
Luke Hossner DropForge Leather Care, Clarkston January 27, 2017
“The bottom line is that I have the utmost respect for the SBDC.” “I could not have done this without the support and help of my advisor. It changed my life.”
Thea Heineman Monroe Montessori January 27, 2017
"You are so much a part of our success."
SBDC Client, Longview June 2, 2016
“It was daunting looking at those 20 tabs on the Excel spreadsheet,” West said, but with [the advisor's] help she got it done. “They didn’t take us seriously until they saw our projections, but then it was like, ‘Wow, this girl really knows what she’s doing.’”
Megan West Owner Claim Clothing November 2, 2015
"I thank you so much for your guidance and coaching through this process. Your help is the reason I felt so confident and the reason I was so prepared. I have learned a ton by going through the business plan process and now feel like I have a solid foundation for starting my business."
SBDC Client Okanogan June 26, 2014
"I was so relieved that I finally found someone who could help me-that I could afford." SBDC business advising is free of charge. "If it weren't for Jim, we wouldn't be here." She calls the SBDC program to help small business owners 'genius'. "It really does help small business owners in Washington."
Marion Lodato - Snowcreek Yoga Leavenworth June 26, 2014
"I received a call from (the bank) yesterday late afternoon and they have decided to approve my loan. I also wanted to express how appreciative I am of all the amazing help, follow through and support you have given to me! I am so thankful that I was referred to the SBDC."
SBDC Client Okanogan June 26, 2014
"Thanks to the SBDC advisor's ... experience [we have] hope when we thought there was none. He put together a cash flow sheet that gave us the ability to 'see' how the business was growing."
SBDC Client Moses Lake June 26, 2014
"With the SBDC's assistance, we were able to launch the creamery and make a dream come true for our whole family by starting on the road to becoming a sustainable farm."
SBDC Client Mount Vernon June 26, 2014
"I have really appreciated the good solid business direction [the SBDC has] provided me over the years."
SBDC Client Peninsula Region June 26, 2014
"There is no doubt that my planning process would have been far more difficult, and I would have missed some essential elements if not for the SBDC."
SBDC Client Wenatchee June 26, 2014
"The SBDC was a main source of education on the process of purchasing a business. Our success was because of the help received."
SBDC Client Spokane June 26, 2014
"SBDC provided tools such as spreadsheets to help plan and manage the business."
SBDC Client Yakima June 26, 2014
"My advisor at the SBDC gave me the knowledge, insight and technical assistance necessary to encourage and empower me."
SBDC Client Seattle June 26, 2014
"I could not have done this without your help. It's beyond words how much I appreciate you guiding me through the maze to secure the SBA loan that kept my little company alive."
SBDC Client Seattle June 26, 2014
"I had no idea that I would have access to such a powerful resource."
SBDC Client Lacey June 26, 2014
"The financial analysis and development of cash flows allowed me to develop the confidence I needed to move forward on my business plans and expansion."
SBDC Client Lynnwood June 26, 2014
"They are a really good sounding board for me. They have helped me greatly during this expansion."
SBDC Client Bellingham June 26, 2014
Advisor Locations
- Aberdeen
- Auburn
- Bellingham
- Des Moines
- Everett
- Kennewick
- Kent
- Lacey
- Longview
- Moses Lake
- Mt. Vernon
- Omak
- Port Angeles
- Pullman
- Redmond
- Seattle
- Spokane
- Tacoma
- Tukwilla
- Vancouver
- Walla Walla
- Wenatchee
- Yakima
Statewide Client Profiles


Chocolatier creates recipe for growth with SBDC advising

Success is sweet when baker becomes business owner

New owners create community hub at general store

SBDC advising helps create win-win-win for three owners in sale of two businesses

SBDC advising helps Olympia entrepreneur access capital for growth

Pet grooming business thrives under new ownership

Kent entrepreneur returns to his roots to build successful landscape business

Local entrepreneur saves the Firehouse arts center as a community hub

Entrepreneur bakes up million dollar enterprise with help of Washington SBDC

Fortuity Cellars named SBA Seattle District Rising Startup Small Business of the Year

Port Angeles pawnbroker provides loan service for customers in need

SBDC advising helps Auburn therapy business quickly expand

Entrepreneur works hand in hand with SBDC advising to open business

Physical Therapists Build Dream with Help from the SBDC

Manhattan jewelry business moves to Spokane and flourishes

Cowlitz Container and Diecutting navigates from tenuous times to peak production

Entrepreneurs design business solutions with SBDC advising

Real estate website design business creates opportunities, challenges

Encore entrepreneurs cabinet design company wins award

Big Growth Big Vision for South Sound Pest Control

Dan The Sausage Man is the SBA Washington State Small Business Person of the Year!

WSU Spokane professors create winery, escape

Whooshh revenues rising rapidly after help from SBDC

Quarterly checkups, SBDC partnership, pave growth for turf company

Experienced employee grabs reins as owner with SBDC support

Secret ingredient to catering business - a good lease agreement

Cascades hostel draws success from advice, varied clientele

Beer-themed bakery grows with upcycled grains

Yoga business grows, flexes to deliver corporate classes

Fruit, nut exporter connects U. S. Farms, China markets

Business advisor connection sparks electrical service success

Business advising equips autism practice for rapid growth

Business advising promotes teacher to Montessori ownership

Business takes off with youthful energy, career experience

Business advising helps therapist fine tune new practice

Spa owners rely on SBDC advising to expand business

Indian eatery rises from ashes with local, business support

SBDC Business Advising Saves Aerospace Jobs

Gift shop finds treasure in free business advising

Bellingham Wind Works growing into to its fullest potential

Advising guides Polestar back to small-business success

Great Clips purchase a great fit for business professor

Torklift expands exports with global market research

Advising helps woodworker grow business, financial acumen

Heritage inspires brewery that continues with family

Immigrant finds a home providing homes for elderly

Setting up business overseas easier with free, expert counsel

Advisor helps nurse practitioner serve small community

Advisor helps family keep business true to their values

Software engineering secures modern enterprise against cyber-attacks

Business need sparks creative software innovation

Advisor boosts business’ failing expansion to doubled revenue

American dream in the making for Yakima couple

Advisor offers ‘second set of eyes’ for delivery business

Golf turf company grows, adjusts with free business advising

Free advising helps young owner launch franchise ambitions

Advisor helps absentee-owned business, employees thrive

Healing touch therapies key to wellness, success for business

Building Innovation Upon a Solid Business Plan

Restaurateur returns home to open wings and brew diner

Ice cream – and business advice – tailored to personal taste

Making dreams come true – for brides and bridal business

Smart home integration gets boost from business advising

Grays Harbor chiropractor nails five-year plan with help from SBDC

SBDC insight, advice help young entrepreneur stake her claim

Fan favorite 12th Blend helps entrepreneurs do well, do good

Spokane salon owner does it her way, with assist from SBDC

Gourmet popcorn goes international with SBDC advising

'Get naked' challenge (and SBDC) key to start-up success

Business advising helps builders grow amid Great Recession

intelliPaper blurs the lines between digital & paper communication

SBDC Advisor helps Yakima optometrist realize his vision

R Digital Design helps Wenatchee business build brand

Webfor’s revenues increase 144% with SBDC advising

SBDC serves up sound business advice for growing catering business

Warfield Construction triples revenues in five years with SBDC

Responza provides small businesses with wide and deep IT expertise

Giddyup Salon moving forward with contemporary designs

Port Townsend entrepreneurs put faith in craft, community and commerce

SBDC Advising helps create game plan for successful launch

SBDC is key to continued success of Longview locksmith business

Elite Cleaning puts financial house in order and cleans up

Storyteller determines worth and builds a business with SBDC

Spice company entrepreneur builds momentum with SBDC advising

Businesswoman and mother of twins opens a community gathering spot

A clear vision is the foundation for success

Principled and sustainable PT business grows with help from the SBDC

U.S. Coast Guard veteran has smooth sailing with the Washington SBDC

Risky business becomes rewarding enterprise for hosts of Aberdeen wine bar

Eastern Washington companies make water out of humid air in Philippines

SBDC gives new Spokane elevator company a lift

People are the Porduct at a Growing Company
WSBDC News

New small business services coming to the North Peninsula

Ellie He named new SBDC International Trade Business Advisor serving Western Washington small business
