Small Business Development Center

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC)  located within the Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce in Live Oak, Florida, is part of the Florida SBDC Network hosted by the University of North Florida (UNF). Here's what makes it valuable:

What the SBDC Offers

Consulting and training is provided free of charge, and includes:

• Business start-up support and planning
• Growth strategies and market development
• Marketing strategies and international business guidance
• Assistance with government contracting
• Continuity and crisis planning 

You can schedule in-person appointments at the Chamber office or via virtual sessions, including evenings or weekends through the SBDC's Beyond Business Hours Consulting (BBHC) program

Why Use the SBDC?

• It's a free resource for business owners, supported by public funding and local partners.
• Consultants offer expert guidance on business plans, financing, and growth strategies.
• Training workshops are available for topics like taxes, marketing, accounting, and more UNF Home+1.
• Studies show that businesses working with the SBDC tend to grow faster and create more jobs than those that do not