Consulting Services
Our consulting services are always confidential and offered at no cost.
Our team of experienced consultants can provide guidance in areas such as:
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Market Analysis & Competitor Research
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Business Viability Assessment
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Business & Strategic Planning
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Business Succession
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Capital Acquisition - Loans, Equity, Angel, VC
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Financial Management, Accounting & Bookkeeping
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Marketing & Sales
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Operations Management
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Human Resources
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Taxes & Regulations
Services
At the Gannon University Small Business Development Center, we provide the tools, knowledge, and support you need to start, manage, and grow your business. Whether you’re exploring a new idea or expanding an existing company, our services are designed to meet you where you are and help you move forward with confidence.
Financial Management
Strong financial management is essential to business success. Our consultants provide guidance on budgeting, cash flow management, recordkeeping, and understanding financial statements. We can help you prepare loan applications, assess funding options, and create financial projections so you can make informed business decisions with confidence.
Business Planning & Strategy
A strong plan is the cornerstone of business success. We help you develop or refine your business plan, set clear goals, and build actionable strategies to achieve them. Our consultants guide you through market research, competitive analysis, and growth planning to keep your business on the path to success.
We also provide support in long-term strategy and succession planning—helping you prepare for leadership transitions, ownership changes, or exit strategies so your business legacy continues to thrive.
Marketing & Sales
Effective marketing and strong sales strategies drive business growth. We help you identify your target audience, refine your brand, and develop marketing plans that connect with customers. Our consultants can assist with digital and traditional marketing, social media, pricing strategies, and sales techniques—giving you the tools to attract new customers and increase revenue.
Market Research
Informed decisions start with accurate data. We provide access to market research tools and resources to help you understand your industry, customers, and competition. Our consultants can assist with demographic studies, industry trends, competitive analysis, and market forecasts—giving you the insights you need to identify opportunities and reduce risk.
Network & Partner Services
When you work with the Gannon SBDC, you gain more than a consultant — you gain access to the entire Pennsylvania SBDC network. This statewide network connects you with specialized expertise in areas such as international trade, government contracting, environmental management, technology commercialization, and more.
Through these connections, we ensure you receive the right support at the right time, whether that means local guidance or tapping into statewide and national resources. Our goal is to provide the knowledge, tools, and partnerships you need to move your business forward.
International Trade
Through the Gannon SBDC and our statewide network, we connect you with trade experts and resource partners to help you explore markets, navigate regulations, and grow globally.
Government Contracting
The Gannon SBDC and our statewide network connect you with experts and resource partners to help you navigate certifications, bids, and opportunities in government contracting.
Environmental Management
Through the Gannon SBDC and Pennsylvania’s EMAP program, https://askemap.org/, we connect you with experts who provide no-cost, confidential guidance to help your business stay compliant, reduce risk, and manage environmental responsibilities.