About Us
The Hoosier Heartland Small Business Development Center (HHSBDC) is dedicated to growing
Indiana’s economy by providing entrepreneurs with the education, information and tools to build
and grow a successful business.
We serve as:
- Sounding board for business ideas
- Gateway to local and national business resources
- Guide in focusing on key issues and developing viable action plans
- Connection to networking, mentoring and training opportunities
Today, we are one of 10 Indiana centers based in chambers of commerce, economic development
organizations, universities and units of government, and are part of a national network of
some 1,000 centers.
We receive both public and private funds, the majority of which come from the U.S. Small Business
Administration (SBA), the State of Indiana, local host Purdue University, and co-sponsor Purdue
Research Foundation.
What the Program Does
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Program is designed to deliver up-to-date counseling,
training and technical assistance in all aspects of small business management. SBDC services include,
but are not limited to, assisting small businesses with financial, marketing, production, organization,
engineering and technical problems and feasibility studies. Special SBDC programs and economic
development activities include international trade assistance, technical assistance, procurement
assistance, venture capital formation and rural development. The SBDCs also make special efforts
to reach minority members of socially and economically disadvantaged groups, veterans, women and
the disabled. Assistance is provided to both current or potential small business owners. We also
provide assistance to small businesses applying for Small Business Innovation and Research (SBIR)
grants from federal agencies.
Indiana Counties Served
- Benton
- Carroll
- Cass
- Clinton
- Fountain
- Howard
- Miami
- Montgomery
- Tipton
- Tippecanoe
- Warren
- White
Our Mission
To have a positive and measurable impact on the formation, growth, and sustainability
of small businesses in Indiana, and to develop a strong entrepreneurial community.
Our Vision
To be recognized, endorsed and funded as Indiana’s premier source for small business assistance.
Additional Information
In addition to the SBDC Program, the SBA has a variety of other programs and services
available. They include training and educational programs, advisory services, publications,
financial programs and contract assistance. The agency also offers specialized programs for
women business owners, minorities, veterans, international trade and rural development.
For more information contact:
Jenna Wargo
jwargo@isbdc.org
Ruth Sampson
rsampson@isbdc.org