Small Business Development Center at UNF

Small Business Development Center at UNF State Designated as Florida’s Principal Provider of Business Assistance [ § 288.001, Fla. Stat.]

The Florida SBDC at UNF provides potential and existing business owners with confidential consulting and training in all aspects of business management and growth. Experienced consultants help business owners develop strategies to increase sales, create jobs, and improve profitability. Stat.]

The Florida SBDC at UNF is hosted by the University of North Florida Coggin College of Business. Office l

ocations are on UNF's campus as well as in the following counties of our service area:
- Alachua
- Baker
- Bradford
- Clay
- Citrus
- Columbia
- Dixie
- Duval
- Gilchrist
- Hamilton
- Lafayette
- Levy
- Marion
- Nassau
- Putnam
- St. Johns
- Suwannee
- Union

The Florida SBDC at UNF is a member of the Florida SBDC Network, a statewide service network funded in part through cooperative agreements with the U.S. Small Business Administration, Defense Logistics Agency, State of Florida, and other private and public partners; hosted by the University of West Florida; and nationally accredited by the Association of SBDCs. SBA’s funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions, or services. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.

Registration is open for the Florida SBDC Network’s Small Business Success Summit! Join the Florida SBDC Network August ...
06/24/2026

Registration is open for the Florida SBDC Network’s Small Business Success Summit!

Join the Florida SBDC Network August 17-18, 2026 at the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor for valuable information and connections to help take your small business to the next level.

Learn more and register now at: https://floridasbdc.org/success_summit/.

Florida’s Rural Business Resource Tour is coming to your community. This free resource fair—cohosted by Florida Chamber ...
06/22/2026

Florida’s Rural Business Resource Tour is coming to your community. This free resource fair—cohosted by Florida Chamber of Commerce and the Florida SBDC Network —will bring together federal, state and local business resources right into your own backyard.
SAVE THE DATE! Thursday, June 25th, College of Central Florida campus in Chiefland!

What to Expect:
Learn about federal, state, and local business resources
Attend workshops
Networking opportunities
Meet one-on-one with SBDC consultants
And more!

For more information & to register, please visit FloridaSBDC.org/ruraltour

06/17/2026

Ready to start or grow your business?

The SBDC at UNF offers no-cost business consulting to help entrepreneurs and business owners start, grow, and succeed. Whether you need assistance with business planning, marketing strategies, financing, government contracting, or revenue growth, our professionally certified consultants are here to help.

Learn how we can support your business journey today at: https://www.unf.edu/sbdc/

: Take time now to secure your essential business documents - tax records, legal paperwork, and financial files. Keep e...
06/16/2026

: Take time now to secure your essential business documents - tax records, legal paperwork, and financial files. Keep everything organized in one accessible location, and create both physical and digital backups to ensure nothing is lost.
For more tips and support, visit www.FloridaSBDC.org

The Florida SBDC at UNF team was proud to host a meet-and-greet with contracting officers and small business specialists...
06/15/2026

The Florida SBDC at UNF team was proud to host a meet-and-greet with contracting officers and small business specialists from NAVSUP and NAVFAC.
Attendees gained valuable insights into SBDC at UNF services for small businesses, as well as an inside look at the government contracting process. NAVSUP and NAVFAC representatives shared how bids are evaluated and offered best practices for successfully pursuing federal contract opportunities.
Thank you to our NAVSUP and NAVFAC partners for sharing their expertise and supporting the growth of our small business community.

Our new Marion County consultants Jesi Young and Wilson Richardson were recently honored by the Ocala Metro Chamber and ...
06/12/2026

Our new Marion County consultants Jesi Young and Wilson Richardson were recently honored by the Ocala Metro Chamber and Economic Partnership for their assistance as presenting speakers in the Kauffman FastTrac Business Training series! We’re proud to participate in this series for early-stage entrepreneurs to learn how to launch a successful business.

The SBDC at UNF is proud of the work Associate Director Jodi Henson has done to connect UNF students with real small bus...
06/10/2026

The SBDC at UNF is proud of the work Associate Director Jodi Henson has done to connect UNF students with real small business consulting projects. Through these experiential learning opportunities, students work alongside entrepreneurs and apply classroom knowledge to real business needs. Small business owners benefit from fresh perspectives and the support of the SBDC team as they work toward their goals.
It’s a meaningful collaboration that supports local businesses while giving students real-world experience in the small business environment.
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Building connections with local entrepreneurs is what it’s all about!We were proud to take part in the recent Small Busi...
06/08/2026

Building connections with local entrepreneurs is what it’s all about!
We were proud to take part in the recent Small Business Summit hosted by the Jacksonville Women's Business Center —a great opportunity for business owners to connect, learn, and explore the many resources available to support their growth and long-term success.

Celebrating a Remarkable Legacy – Congratulations, Phil Geist! 🎉After more than 30 years of dedicated service to our sma...
06/05/2026

Celebrating a Remarkable Legacy – Congratulations, Phil Geist! 🎉

After more than 30 years of dedicated service to our small business community, we are proud to celebrate the retirement of Phil Geist, SBDC consultant in Ocala.
Throughout his decades of service, Phil has been a trusted advisor and champion for countless entrepreneurs and business owners. His commitment to helping small businesses start, grow, and thrive has made a lasting impact across the region and his guidance has helped shape the success stories of many in our community.

Please join us in thanking Phil for his incredible contributions and wishing him all the best in this next chapter. Enjoy your well-earned retirement, you’ve certainly earned it! 👏

Is your high-potential small business innovating and working to shape the future in your industry? If so, U.S. Small Bus...
06/04/2026

Is your high-potential small business innovating and working to shape the future in your industry? If so, U.S. Small Business Administration wants to hear from you!
SBA is hosting a nationwide pitch competition that will bring together entrepreneurs from across the country who are building and scaling businesses within their communities. Selected businesses will be invited to participate in a live pitch competition in Washington, DC, which will culminate in a $1 million prize pool to celebrate the innovation and ambition that has driven American ingenuity for the past 250 years. Learn more at https://preview.sba.gov/freedom-250

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12000 Alumni Drive
Jacksonville, FL
32224

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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