Oregon Small Business Development Center Network

09/02/2026

𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞!
Join the Oregon SBDC Network on Wednesday, October 14, from 12 to 1 p.m. PT for Planning Your Business Transition, a completely confidential live webinar for business owners considering a sale, retirement, or transfer to new ownership.

A business transition can shape the future of everything you’ve built. Starting the conversation early can help you understand your options and make more informed decisions.

Topics will include:
• Why business transition planning matters
• Issues that commonly delay the process
• How businesses are valued
• Key questions and next steps to consider

Registration is $30. Reserve your seat: https://clients.oregonsbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=999460006

*Your registration and attendance are completely confidential. Other participants will not know you are attending, so you can explore your options privately.

09/01/2026

Here’s a quick tip as we approach Q4: Prepare for demand before it arrives.

If the fourth quarter is a busy season for your business, now is the time to review what you’ll need to keep operations running smoothly.

For product-based businesses, check inventory levels and talk with suppliers about lead times and possible delays. For service-based businesses, think about your capacity: Do you have enough staff, equipment, technology, and time to meet increased demand?

Planning can help you avoid preventable disruptions during one of the busiest times of the year.

Start with our Q4 planning guide: https://oregonsbdc.org/small-business-tips-for-4th-quarter-planning

Then turn your ideas into action with confidential, no-cost, one-on-one advising from your local Oregon SBDC: https://oregonsbdc.org/find-your-center

08/31/2026

Meet Rob Hambleton, serving Jackson County!

Please join us in welcoming Rob Hambleton to the Rogue Valley SBDC Outreach Center as our new business adviser serving Jackson County.

For more than 30 years, Rob has helped organizations grow as a business owner, consultant, executive coach, and leadership development professional. Throughout Southern Oregon, he’s built a reputation as a trusted adviser who understands the challenges and opportunities that come with running a business.

Whether you’re launching a new venture, strengthening operations, or planning your next stage of growth, Rob is ready to provide confidential, no-cost one-on-one business advising tailored to your goals.

If you’re a business owner or entrepreneur in Jackson County, we invite you to connect with Rob and discover how the Rogue Valley SBDC Outreach Center can help your business succeed.

Learn more or get started by requesting advising:

https://buff.ly/XayExdq

08/28/2026

Understanding your profit and loss statement (P&L) can help you make smarter decisions about your business finances.

A P&L statement shows your revenue, costs, expenses, and net profit or loss over a specific period of time. It can help you see where money is coming from, where it’s being spent, and whether your business is truly profitable.

Our blog breaks down how to read a profit and loss statement, what key terms mean, common mistakes that can hide your real numbers, and why your P&L should be reviewed alongside your cash flow statement and balance sheet.

Ready to better understand your business finances? Read the full blog here: https://buff.ly/A1gng4D

Understanding your financial statements is one of the most important skills you can develop as a business owner.

08/27/2026

Serving one of the largest regions in the state, Central Oregon Community College (COCC) plays an important role in supporting education, workforce development, and entrepreneurship across Central Oregon.

Through its partnership with the COCC Center for Business, COCC helps connect local entrepreneurs with no-cost advising, business training, and resources designed to help businesses launch, grow, and adapt.

Whether you’re building your first business or planning your next stage of growth, the Central Oregon SBDC is here to support your journey. We’re thankful for COCC’s continued investment in local economic development and Oregon’s small business community.

Connect with the Central Oregon SBDC today: https://buff.ly/WtQfvly

08/26/2026

The new Jackson County location of the Rogue Valley SBDC Outreach Center is opening this August in downtown Medford!

Meet business adviser Rob Hambleton, a familiar face to many across Southern Oregon. Rob brings more than two decades of experience as a business owner, consultant, executive coach, and leadership development professional.

The Rogue Valley SBDC Outreach Center will provide confidential, no-cost advising to entrepreneurs and small business owners seeking support with business planning, financial management, cash flow, marketing, day-to-day operations, leadership development, organizational growth, and long-term strategy. Whether you’re refining an idea, preparing to launch, or working to strengthen an established business, the Rogue Valley SBDC Outreach Center offers practical, collaborative guidance to help you move forward with confidence.

The new Jackson County office will be located at 37 N. Central Ave. in downtown Medford, inside the historic Woolworth Building. Stay tuned for details about appointment availability and an upcoming open house.

https://oregonsbdc.org/center/Rogue-Valley

08/25/2026

ICYMI: The PCC Small Business Development Center (SBDC) recently joined KGW-TV’s Hello, Rose City! to celebrate 20 years of Getting Your Recipe to Market (GYRM) and the partnerships that have helped local food entrepreneurs turn kitchen recipes into retail-ready products.

PCC SBDC adviser Kayla Banda joined GYRM co-facilitators Jill Beaman and Elisa Wickstrom to share how the Portland SBDC, Oregon State University’s Food Innovation Center, and New Seasons Market have worked together for two decades to support food entrepreneurs as they develop, refine, and bring products to market.

Today, many GYRM alumni products can be found on shelves at New Seasons Market and other retailers throughout the region and nationwide, demonstrating the lasting impact of investing in Oregon’s small businesses and local food economy.

More than 7,600 viewers tuned in for the segment.

Watch the Hello, Rose City! feature and celebrate 20 years of helping Oregon food entrepreneurs build businesses and reach new markets: https://www.facebook.com/reel/2004524610200692

08/24/2026

Meet Kenny Houck, serving Josephine County!

We’re proud to introduce Kenny Houck, business adviser with the Rogue Valley SBDC Outreach Center.

Kenny has been helping Southern Oregon entrepreneurs through the Rogue Community College SBDC for years, and we’re thrilled that he’s continuing that work with the Rogue Valley SBDC Outreach Center.

Known for his practical approach and dedication to helping businesses succeed, Kenny works alongside entrepreneurs to tackle challenges, strengthen operations, and create strategies for long-term growth.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to take your business to the next level, Kenny is ready to provide confidential, no-cost one-on-one business advising.

Learn more about the Rogue Valley SBDC Outreach Center or request advising today:

https://buff.ly/XayExdq

08/21/2026

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀’ 𝗗𝗮𝘆!

Today we celebrate the entrepreneurs, innovators, and small business owners who bring ideas to life, create jobs, and strengthen communities across Oregon.

Building a business takes vision, determination, and resilience. Whether you’re launching your first venture, growing an established business, or planning what’s next, you don’t have to do it alone.

The Oregon SBDC Network is proud to support entrepreneurs at every stage with no-cost, confidential, one-on-one business advising; practical training; and resources to help businesses start, grow, and thrive.

Find your local Oregon SBDC and connect with an adviser today: https://buff.ly/NUg96Z5

08/20/2026

As summer winds down, it’s a great time to refocus on your business goals and prepare for the months ahead.

The Oregon SBDC Network’s Small Business Management program helps business owners strengthen leadership skills, improve business operations, and build strategies for sustainable growth. Whether you’re looking to increase profitability, overcome challenges, or plan your next phase of growth, investing in your business education can make a lasting impact.

Ready to take the next step? Connect with your local Oregon SBDC to learn about the Small Business Management program, one-on-one advising, and other training opportunities available near you.

Find your local Center: https://buff.ly/NUg96Z5