Small businesses that work with the WSBDC generate 20% more revenue throughout their first 3 years of business.
“[The SBDC Advisor] was not just helpful, he was CRUCIAL.” “We would not have been able to do nearly so well so soon without him.”
March 11, 2020
“He took everything I wrote and made it better” “He made sure it sounded professional and he added research on demographics and other market research.” “If I didn’t have [my SBDC advisor], I don’t think the bank would have given me the loan”
Dr. Tashauna Devine Devine Chiropractic Ephrata December 23, 2019
“If I had to do it all over again, I would have started with the SBDC sooner”. “I could have been building people and systems much earlier and my business would be larger and more profitable today.”
Joshua Wilke Sky High Tree Removal Auburn December 20, 2019
“If you don’t run the reports every morning, you might think you are making a lot of money, and you aren’t” “Now, we have better systems.”
David Ruelas Fast Mobile Service Truck Repair and Parts Grandview December 17, 2019
“I can see the business being easier to manage in the future because now I have systems in place”
“He’s helped me become a better boss”
Nicole Chryst Ballaura Wellness Spa Olympia July 25, 2019
“She helped me understand what bankers are looking for”
Tim Buiten Tim’s Complete Landscape Management Kent June 11, 2019
“He helped us look at things we didn’t want to look at or didn’t know to look at.” “He always says, ‘Let’s look at the facts, let’s look at the numbers”
Kim Bisson and Susan Hays Rainier Family Physical Therapy Puyallup January 25, 2019
“SBDC advisors have such a breadth of experience” “Sometimes you don’t even know what you don’t know. They can point out things that you never thought to look at.”
Arianna Brooke Millianna Spokane October 11, 2018
“I love working with [our SBDC advisor] because she is so honest with me,” “and she’s really efficient.” “We are grateful to SBDC for their practical and spot-on advising,”
Ashley Fullenwider Nuu-Muu Bellingham July 27, 2018
“I know I wouldn’t have bought Cevado without Lew's help” “There were so many things that I needed to do, and he helped me with every single one.
Jennifer Tate Cevado Technologies Twisp July 13, 2018
“He's been a great resource every time there’s been an issue that we are dealing with.” “Business owners can benefit from SBDC advising at any stage.”
Matt and Kaylee Purcell PCI Pest Control Olympia April 13, 2018
“All of them were in my corner, finding a way to make this happen” “They are everything that you would want when trying to grow, need advice or are applying for a loan”,
Danny House Dan the Sausageman Burien April 2, 2018
“The opportunity to talk over financing, cash flow, business structure and business systems was extremely helpful.” “The advice, information and guidance we received was exceptional”
Patricia Butterfield Winescape Spokane March 19, 2018
“Troubling trends can be addressed before they become disasters, and opportunities can be exploited before they disappear. I learned that from my SBDC advisor”
Kenneth Rogers Rain City Catering Renton June 30, 2017
“He was able to walk us through the early steps to the point that we were able to finally buy the property.”
Paul Smotherman North Cascades Mountain Hostel Winthrop May 26, 2017
“It’s not easy, and I think people really need to understand that. But the SBDC really is an amazing resource and guiding light in helping to make it more manageable”
Marley Shain Rall The Brewmaster’s Bakery and Taproom Renton May 12, 2017
We don’t always love putting our business hats on,” but their advisor helps them do that: “We never leave his office without at least three great ideas, three action items and renewed focus and energy for our businesses.”
Suzy Green Three Trees Yoga Federal Way March 21, 2017
“We couldn’t afford any missteps, so guidance was crucial to our decisions going forward. My SBDC advisor helped me build a business plan with the money I had available.” “I know that we couldn’t have achieved our success without assistance from the SBDC.” Rod Cassel, Core Northwest, Yakima February 21, 2017
Rod Cassel Core Northwest Yakima February 21, 2017
“The biggest advice [my SBDC advisor] gave me is that I need to work on the business, not in the business” “That kind of changed my mindset.”
Northwest ABA Tukwila February 15, 2017
“He’ll walk in with 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
“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 Monroe January 27, 2017
“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 Ellensburg November 2, 2015
"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
"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
Business Assistance
Washington SBDC advisors have been helping Washington businesses achieve their full potential since 1980. Contact an advisor to learn more about how we can help you increase the value of your business or assist you with a business issue.
Our Certified Business Advisors and International Trade Advisors assist owners and managers with in-depth confidential and no-cost assistance designed to address every aspect of your business management and operation.
SBDC business advising includes the following:
Obtain the Capital You Need
Our advisors can help you find capital to fit your business situation and provide tools to help you prepare your financials, business plan and presentation for a lender or investor.
WSBDC Getting A Business Loan presentation
Plan for Expansion
We can review your business plan, analyze your financial statements, suggest cost cutting strategies, explore new markets such as exporting and much more.
Market Intelligence
Starting or expanding a business takes more than just a good idea. It takes good information. Advisors work with the WSBDC Research Team to find current market information on a variety of topics that will help you make educated decisions that could mean the difference between success and failure.
Areas of research include:
- Business formation
- Marketing/sales data
- Specific industry trends
- Target market demographics
- Identification of product line manufacturers
- Competitors in specific geographic areas
- General management information
- Sources of capital
Human Resource (HR) Issues
SBDC can assist with:
- Determining costs associated with adding employees
- Finding and keeping qualified employees
- Covering your bases regarding payroll tax and record keeping requirements
Understanding Financials
Most small businesses fail because they manage their business based on how much money is in the bank rather than understanding their financial reports. You should be reviewing a full set of financial reports on your business at least monthly. Let our advisors help you understand what your money is or isn’t doing for you.
WSBDC Understanding Your Financial Statements Video and Presentation
Buying or Selling a Business
Let us help you asses viability and prepare for success before purchasing or selling a business. We can help you review the business’s financials, provide business valuation methods, and prepare your business for profitable succession.
Marketing Plans
A workable marketing plan is essential for the success of your product or service. SBDC advisors will help you establish a practical plan that you can implement to drive customers to your business.
Our statewide network of 34 expert advisors can help you achieve your goals for business expansion, stabilization, resilience and more. SBDC client companies see 13% higher sales than the average Washington business. We are here to help you start and manage a thriving business, increase sales and revenue, create jobs, access capital and prosper.
The Washington SBDC also offers interactive remote advising sessions to fit your busy schedule.

Single Handed Consulting named 2022 Washington SBDC Star Client of the Year

SBDC advisor assists search for financing to fit manufacturer’s growth, aspirations

Ethos West Construction, Inc., eases construction burden, builds lasting relationships

Woman-led architecture firm expands with business plan help from SBDC

SBDC client BumbleBar celebrates 25th anniversary with new milestones

Perfumer pivots to distill expansion out of disruption

Bright start for corporate cleaners with focus on quality, people

SBDC helps solopreneur create a thriving small business and become community leader

Resilient construction business is prospering through challenges

Family grounded for flexibility, growth with SBDC assistance

Small Business Takes Flight with help from SBDC advising
