IED Programs

Our Programs The Institute for Economic Development’s diverse programs facilitate economic, community and business development at the local, regional and national level. Click on a specific program for detailed information.			SBDC Rural Business Program Capacity building Community assessments Business advisory services Business planning SBDC National Information Clearinghouse Market research for SBDC counselors Online learning Industry research and trends Southwest Trade Adjustment Assistance Center Eligibility criteria for trade adjustment assistance Advocacy for manufacturing and service firms Services in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana Startech Technology commercialization Enterprise formation Access to capital
South-West Texas Border SBDC Network One-on-one business counseling Research and market analysis Business skills training Ten locations in South, Central and West Texas San Antonio Small Business Development Center Confidential, 1-on-1 business counseling Business planning Financial analysis Loan packaging assistance Leadership and business training	SBDC Contracting Resource Center Business contractor services Employer resources Veterans services Networking opportunities Sustainable business services SBDC International Trade Center Global trade consulting Market research Global business skills training Trade platform: SBDCGlobal.com	Minority Business Enterprise Center Management training and consulting Market research and strategic planning Government contracting and minority certifications Center for Community and Business Research Impact and feasibility studies Economic development research Market research

IED Services

How do I start a business?: Workshops and training; Confidential business advising; Market research and analysis; Access to capital; Customized services for veteran–owned, minority–owned businesses; Technology Commercialization

How do I grow my business?: Strategic planning; Leadership development; Import competition; Loan application assistance; Employee management; B2B networking; Emerging markets; International trade

How can I help my community improve our economy?: Community needs assessment; Sustainable business planning; Emergency preparedness; Rural business development; Economic impact studies; Retail trade analysis; Capacity building; Market research and analysis

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MacKenzie Restoration

MacKenzie Restoration, Inc. is a full-service restoration firm that has helped clients restore their properties after disasters since 1983. The company provides emergency services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. Their emergency services include water damage mitigation, fire and smoke damage, mold and…

Northwest Veterinary Medical and Dental Clinic

“UTSA SBDC was there to support and guide us in the crucial decision making process of location selection, financing and training when we were building our veterinary hospital. SBDC is an excellent, professional and knowledgeable source for anyone who wants to start their business! Thank you for being a big…

Freetail Brewing Company

Freetail Brewing Company produces the best and freshest beer and pizza in South Central Texas. Much admired and always desired, at any given time Freetail Brewing offers 8 to 12 in-house beers ranging from traditional to a little funky. The company’s name, “Freetail” was chosen to honor the official…

Earl of Sandwich

In 1762, John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich, came up with an invention that changed dining forever. With a serving of roast beef placed between two slices of bread, the Earl created a complete meal he could eat with his hands. The Sandwich was born. Some 250 years later,…

Aw Dang Asian Cuisine

“This restaurant would not have happened without the assistance that we received from David. We had the restaurant experience but he provided the missing ingredients that were the financial expertise and the loan knowledge.”