SASBDC Staff: Mark Ahrens

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Biography

Biography:

Mark Ahrens joined the San Antonio Small Business Development Center in 2006.

As a Certified Business Advisor, Mark works with clients wanting to start a new business or expand an existing business. He specializes in marketing, promotional planning, site analysis, eCommerce (eBay and web development), business planning, financial planning and strategic planning.

Mark has over 10 years of small business ownership and management experience, primarily in the grocery store industry. In addition, he has over 10 years experience in wholesale consulting and advertising, including positions as a retail business consultant and advertising manager for a national company. This experience gives Mark an in-depth knowledge of buying and marketing programs that he shares with small business owners.

Mark has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business with a Marketing emphasis from Indiana State University. He also received the Retail Business Consultant Certification from SVU.

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Name:	Mark Ahrens

Additional Info

Web site:	sasbdc.org
Location:	UTSA Downtown Campus
Occupation:	Certified Business Advisor
Interests:	-
Company:	San Antonio Small Business Development Center
City:	San Antonio
State:	TX
Zip Code:	78207
Country:	-
Address:	501 W. Durango Blvd., #2.312
Phone #:	210-458-2460
Fax #:	210-458-2464