The Florida SBDC at University of South Florida assists existing and emerging businesses in the 10-county Tampa Bay region through no-cost confidential business consulting, information, and low-cost training. Seeking advice on growing an established business? Our professionally credentialed consultants have the real-world experience and expertise to help you make the right business decisions. Our consultant¹s expertise focuses on areas that are vital to owning and operating a successful business, including: • strategic market research • market expansion and revenue growth • business and strategic plan development • access to capital and loan packaging assistance • financial analysis and assessment • accounting systems and financial literacy • feasibility analysis and start-up assistance • cybersecurity • DISC analysis No-cost specialized services available for qualified businesses looking to accelerate market growth: • Growth Acceleration • Export Marketing Plans • Government Procurement • Small Business Certification Visit us online or call 813.396.2700 today for more information. State Designated as Florida's Principal Provider of Business Assistance [§ 288.001, Fla. Stat.] A statewide partnership program nationally accredited by the Association of America’s SBDCs and funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration, Defense Logistics Agency, State of Florida, and other private and public partners, with the University of West Florida serving as the network’s lead host institution. Florida SBDC services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Language assistance services are available for individuals with limited English proficiency.