COVID-19 UPDATE
Our offices are open – virtually. We are here to help, so don’t hesitate to call or email. We can meet with you via Zoom teleconference, phone, or other virtual channels.
As the COVID-19 situation evolves, we have moved all consulting meetings online or on phone for the foreseeable future. If you already have a consulting appointment, we will be contacting you with options for video, phone or email delivery.
**Please note that the ESTIMATED DISASTER ECONOMIC INJURY WORKSHEET FOR BUSINESSES is no longer needed.
The Maricopa Small Business Development Center offers many services and programs to help you be more successful in your existing business.
Advising
Our experienced business advisors provide valuable advice, knowledge and insight that might take you years to learn on your own. With 8 Centers across Maricopa County, there are advisors near you. Want no-cost, professional advice on how to grow your business? Register to meet with a business advisor.
Training
We offer a wide range of training options. Register for training at one of our Centers or online, and join us for an informational presentation or series of workshops.
Want to learn more? The Maricopa SBDC provides free and low-cost workshops throughout the year on a variety of business topics. From cash flow management to marketing and sales, these classes cover topics essential to accelerating the growth of your business.
Register for a business workshop
Resources
Our library of articles, other documents, and recommended books offers information to help grow your business. Some resources are one-page of advice on a specific topic, and some documents are longer and more in-depth.
Global Trade
We offer training on a variety of topics involving international trade including global business management, trade finance, international logistics, international marketing, and legal and cultural issues
Assistance with Applying for Federal Grants for Research and Development (SBIR )
We assist qualified Maricopa companies in the preparation of proposals for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards. SBIR/STTR are competitive federal grant programs that award funding to small businesses for research and development that has the potential to commercialize new technologies.
Complete the online Request for Consulting
Looking to grow your existing business? The Maricopa SBDC Network can help. The first step is to complete an electronic Request for Consulting (eRFC). This form will start your relationship with the Maricopa SBDC where you will find the most up-to-date resources for your business information needs. Please note that we cannot schedule requests for individual assistance without this form. Once the form is submitted, you will be contacted by a Maricopa SBDC Counselor to set up your initial session.
