North Central Small Business Development Center

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North Central Small Business Development Center We help businesses start, grow, and succeed through no-cost business consulting and training.

The North Central Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides no-cost business consulting and at-cost training to help entrepreneurs and small businesses start, grow, and succeed. We are hosted by Central Lakes College and work through an 11 county and 2 sovereign nation region. Our service area includes the counties of Aitkin, Cass, Chisago, Crow Wing, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Pine, Todd, and Wadena, and the sovereign nations of the Leech Lake and Mille Lacs Bands of Ojibwe.

10/13/2026

Expert, local small business consulting. All provided at no cost. If you're ready to turn your ideas into action, register to meet with a North Central SBDC consultant online at www.northcentralsbdc.com

It's a wrap! Today the three community coalitions that are a part of the Initiative Foundation Revive and Thrive Region ...
10/09/2026

It's a wrap! Today the three community coalitions that are a part of the Initiative Foundation Revive and Thrive Region 5 Cohort gathered to share their achievements and plan for what's to come in the future. The communities included Todd County, Pequot Lakes - Nisswa, and Walker.

Our Regional Director Katie facilitated the meeting and the energy around childcare in the room was so motivating. We can't wait to see what these communities do next!

A big thank you to Carla Vita with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development for joining the conversation and sharing a statewide perspective.

10/08/2026

How clear is your vision for your small business?

At the North Central SBDC, our professional business consultants can help you cut through the noise and help you gain clarity on the direction you want to go.

Learn more about our consulting services and register today at www.northcentralsbdc.com

We've got a brand-new webinar coming this November 💻 If you're wondering if it's the right time to add new products or s...
10/07/2026

We've got a brand-new webinar coming this November 💻 If you're wondering if it's the right time to add new products or services to your small business, this training is for you. We will walk you through what you need to consider in order to confidently grow (or change).

To register, visit www.northcentralsbdc.com/paid-leave

This webinar is offered at no-cost thanks to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Paid Leave Outreach Grant.

10/05/2026

Make your holiday marketing merry and bright ❄️ At our November 6th Marketing Mornings session we are going to be talking all about ways to make the most out of the holiday buying season to boost sales and bring in new customers.

You can save your spot at www.northcentralsbdc.com/marketingmornings

Are your sticky note reminders on who to follow up with no longer working? Our October Entrepreneurs on Tap is all abou...
10/05/2026

Are your sticky note reminders on who to follow up with no longer working? Our October Entrepreneurs on Tap is all about automating new lead intake, helping you save time and improve your customer service. Swing by MN Traders Co. at 5 p.m on October 14th, no RSVP required.

10/01/2026

If you're a childcare provider looking to make sense of your financial statements, this is a can't-miss webinar! On October 13, our Professional Business Consultant Pam Thomsen will be diving into bookkeeping basics, preparing you to create and understand your financial statements with confidence.

Register and learn more at www.northcentralsbdc.com/workshops-and-events

Offered at no-cost thanks to the generosity of our friends at the Initiative Foundation.

Next week we are bringing not one, but TWO no-cost workshops to Pine County. On October 8th, check out Legacy Planning i...
09/30/2026

Next week we are bringing not one, but TWO no-cost workshops to Pine County. On October 8th, check out Legacy Planning in the morning and then stick around for Buying a Business Basics in the afternoon. Don't have the time? No problem. You can register for a single workshop instead of both.

To save your spot, visit www.northcentralsbdc.com/workshops-and-events

09/29/2026

How do you plan on joining Marketing Mornings this Friday? At a local watch party or from the comfort of your home or office? Either way, we can't wait to see you then!

Let us know you're coming at www.northcentralsbdc.com/marketingmornings

09/28/2026

Thinking about growing your team? Let us help you get it right.

Join our First Time Employers webinar this Thursday at 11 a.m. We will walk you through the hiring process and include need-to-know updates on Paid Leave. Save your spot at: www.northcentralsbdc.com/paid-leave

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501 West College Drive
Brainerd, MN
56401

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+12188558145

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