The Alabama SBDC Network advises and trains business people and entrepreneurs in a wide variety of business topics and provides comprehensive information services and access to experts in many fields. Business advising services are provided at no charge to current and prospective small businesses in Alabama. The Alabama SBDC Network has specialty programs in Captial Access, International Trade, and Government Procurement. Out of necessity and experience, business advisors are also well-versed in disaster preparedness, mitigation, and recovery. The Alabama SBDC has locations statewide: Auburn, Birmingham, Florence, Huntsville, Jacksonville, Livingston, Mobile, Montgomery, Troy, and Tuscaloosa.