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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

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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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Designed with the small business owner experience in mind, your local SBDC provides economically friendly workshops on a variety of business topics. Learn about business planning, business start-up, online and traditional marketing, accounting and finance, e-commerce, technology and more! Receive in depth information from experienced business advisors and guest speakers as they share their insight on topics important to local entrepreneurs in San Antonio and surrounding counties. Free online training from the convenience of your own home is also currently available by clicking on the Online Training button.

For a complete listing of our current workshops, simply download the pdf.

Pre-registration and prepayment are strongly encouraged to secure seating as space is limited. Now offering a $5 discount and free parking with prepayment on select workshops!Want full descriptions of our workshops? Please click on our training catalog.

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Do have questions about anything regarding training at the Small Business Development Center? Please feel free to call us at 210.458.2460 or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and we will be happy to answer your questions. In the meantime, please feel free to browse our Frequently Asked Questions.

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Training Testimonials

"Extremely knowledgeable speaker on all topics. Speaker utilized examples of topics very well." – Keeping the Books

"Thank you for a better understanding of Constant Contact. This has been very effective, even if learning on the job." - The Power of Email Marketing

"Great class, drove from Corpus Christi, TX, will come back!" – How to Start a Restaurant

"Very informative and inspiring." – Keeping the Books

"Great speaker! Kept the facts interesting and the learning style enjoyable." - Power of Email Marketing

"One-on-One session was absolutely what I needed. All my questions were answered in detail, and I received an enormous amount of information. Excellent course!" – Business Start-Up Essentials

"I know so much more about the "black hole" of electronic capabilities that were not available in my younger days. Thank you." – Social Media Marketing

"I was relieved that this class was as accessible to me as a beginner." – QuickBooks

“Great class could have used 3 more hours!” – The Business Plan

"Very informative and perfect timing. Have a lot to do and gave me a lot of ideas!" – Starting and Planning Your Business

"Great speaker! Kept the facts interesting and the learning style enjoyable." – Social Media Marketing

"This has been very helpful and insightful. I would like to attend future workshops of this nature." – Business Start-Up Essentials

"One of the best email marketing classes I have attended, very personable" – The Power of Email Marketing

"Even though I have been using QuickBooks for a few years, I learned a lot of shortcuts. Thanks!" - Quickbooks

"Look forward to the next class! A hand on experience is absolutely the best way to learn any computer software and the bonus is that QuickBooks is one of the most important to run a business." – QuickBooks

"I am so glad I made it to this class. It answered all my questions and gave me new ideas for our newsletter." – The Power of Email Marketing