America’s SBDC Iowa and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Greene County are partnering with local resources and businesses to bring the Energize the Economy Roadshow to Jefferson. The roadshow will be in Jefferson Thursday, May 19, from 5 to 7 pm at the Greene County Extension office at 104 W. Washington St in Jefferson.
Energize the Economy will be an opportunity to bring the community, local partners, and small businesses together to celebrate Greene County and learn more about opportunities through ISU Extension and Outreach, Greene County and America’s SBDC Iowa. The event will feature a free meal grilled by the Greene County Cattlemen, activities and games for kids, and access to resources and local experts to help start and grow your business in Iowa.
America’s SBDC Iowa will have its mobile trailer available at the event with resource materials, information about upcoming webinars, and SBDC Business counselors to answer general small business questions.
“We are extremely excited to partner with the Small Business Development Center to get out in Greene County and talk with businesses and community members directly about ways we can help them energize our economy,” says Greene County Extension director, Lori Mannel.
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, America’s SBDC Iowa has 15 regional assistance centers located strategically across the state. Since program inception in 1981, the SBDC has helped Iowa businesses and entrepreneurs through no fee, confidential, customized, professional business counseling and practical, affordable training workshops. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach has been connecting the needs of Iowans with Iowa State University research and resources across a 99-county campus for over 100 years.
Persons who want more information on America’s SBDC Iowa programs or services can call 515- 294-2030 or visit www.iowasbdc.org.
