You have ambitious goals but don’t always have the direction or connections to get there. The SBDC can be your go-to resource to build a strong framework. We partner closely with banks, chambers of commerce, economic development organizations and others across southeast Wisconsin to match your specific needs. The Small Business Development Center supports entrepreneurs and business owners through no-cost, confidential consulting and educational programs. Our SBDC staff facilitates improvement and growth for small and mid-sized companies and helps launch successful new ventures. Through our UW-Milwaukee office we serve owners in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington counties and beyond.

Wisconsin SBDC Network Core Services:

  • Business planning and startup
  • Management and strategic planning
  • Finance and capital access
  • Marketing and sales growth
  • Market research and data
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2,107jobs impacted
452clients
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Whether you’re starting a business or looking for a succession plan, our SBDC consultants can help you solve your business problems.
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Looking to expand your skill set, network, or receive guidance? Check out SBDC’s statewide training and events.
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Gregory Martin
Center Director
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Gregory Martin is a business consultant at UWM’s School of Continuing Education Small Business Development Center.

Melanie Manuel
Business Consultant
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Melanie brings a collaborate approach to problem-solving. She loves working with clients.

Amy Narr
Business Consultant
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With six years of running her own restaurant and 10 years in various economic development and lending roles, Amy brings a wealth of knowledge to her clients.

The Wisconsin SBDC Network is part of the Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship in the University of Wisconsin System. It is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact SBDC Milwaukee office at sbdc@uwm.edu or 414-227-3240.