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Tennessee Small Business Development Center - MTSU

Name: Tennessee Small Business Development Center - MTSU
Address: 3050 Medical Center Pkwy, Murfreesboro, TN, 37129, US
Telephone: (615) 898-2745

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Welcome to the official page of our Murfreesboro, TN TSBDC Office. The Murfreesboro, TN TSBDC Office is hosted by Middle Tennessee State University.

For over 30 years, the Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) network has been providing free, or low cost, educational opportunities for individuals thinking about starting a business and consulting services for existing small businesses. Our office serves Bedford County, TN; Canon County, TN; Coffee County, TN; Giles County, TN; Hickman County, TN; Lawrence County, TN; Lewis County,

TN; Lincoln County, TN; Marshall County, TN; Maury County, TN; Moore County, TN; Perry County, TN; Rutherford County, TN; & Wayne County, TN. TN TSBDC Office provides small business start-up services including, but not limited to: business plan development, financial planning assistance, marketing plan development, sources of capital, & social media guidance. In addition to start-up assistance, TN TSBDC Office provides existing business assistance including, but not limited to: business growth planning, government contracting guidance, international trade guidance, sources of capital, & social media strategy guidance. We provide workshops on a variety of business topics. Our services are free and unlimited. Counselors cannot provide legal or tax advice.

05/28/2026

Could your business be the next big success story?

The SBA’s Patriot Pitch Competition is giving innovative small businesses the opportunity to compete for a share of a $1 million prize pool as part of the Freedom 250 celebration.

Selected businesses from across the country will advance to a live pitch competition in Washington, D.C., showcasing how small businesses continue to drive American innovation, economic growth, and opportunity.

The SBA is looking for businesses that are:
• Strengthening American competitiveness
• Driving innovation in their industry
• Creating economic opportunity and quality jobs
• Demonstrating strong business fundamentals and growth potential

Applications are due by June 10 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Learn more and apply at this link: https://preview.sba.gov/freedom-250/

05/27/2026

Another incredible Mastermind series is in the books!

Over the past 6 weeks, entrepreneurs gathered every Tuesday morning to collaborate, learn, and challenge themselves to work on their businesses, not just in them. Using The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Ge**er as the foundation for discussion, participants explored strategies for building productive, sustainable, and successful businesses.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such meaningful conversations and connections throughout the series. We loved seeing business owners invest in both their growth and each other.

Interested in future workshops and trainings? Visit our website through the link in our bio to stay connected!

05/26/2026

School may be out for summer, but entrepreneurs are just getting started.

Join us June 8–11 from 1:00–3:30 p.m. at the MTSU Miller Executive Education Center for the McDowell Summer Institute for Entrepreneurship, a four-day certificate program designed to help aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs grow their ideas into thriving businesses.

Whether you are building a side hustle, growing a startup, or leading a family business, this immersive program will provide practical tools, strategies, and connections to help you move forward with confidence.

Participants will explore:
• Design thinking and creative problem-solving
• Strategic planning for business growth
• Marketing strategies using social media and AI
• Resources available to Tennessee entrepreneurs

Participants will leave with:
• A certificate of completion
• An actionable game plan
• New business connections
• Greater confidence in their entrepreneurial journey

📅 June 8–11, 2026
⏰ 1:00–3:30 p.m.
📍 MTSU Miller Executive Education Center

Register here: https://secure.touchnet.com/C20134_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=1732

05/25/2026

Join us for a free certification workshop designed to help small and diverse businesses navigate the State of Tennessee’s certification process and explore new contracting opportunities.

Hosted by MTSU Procurement Services in partnership with the Governor’s Office of Business Initiatives and Development (Go-BID), the Tennessee Small Business Development Center, the Central Procurement Office, and the State LEAD Center, this hands-on workshop will provide step-by-step guidance on certification applications and state procurement opportunities.

📅 June 18, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
📍 Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce
3050 Medical Center Parkway, Room 3AB
Murfreesboro, TN

Certifications covered include:
• Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
• Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
• Woman Business Enterprise (WBE)
• Service-Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (SDVBE)
• Persons with Disabilities Business Enterprise (DSBE)

Participants are encouraged to bring:
✔ Laptop, tablet, or device
✔ Two forms of ID
✔ Business tax return
✔ Business license
✔ Equipment list

Register today using the link in our bio.

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed as we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/21/2026

Our interns continue to make an impact long after their time at the TSBDC, and we love highlighting where their paths lead next.

In this Past Intern Spotlight, we’re reconnecting with Melisa Temiz, a former TSBDC intern who is now pursuing her second master’s degree through the MBA program at MTSU while serving as a Graduate Assistant at the Business and Economic Research Center (BERC). Through her current role, Melisa contributes to TACIR and housing reports while continuing to grow her experience in research and business analysis.

Melisa shared that one of her favorite parts of interning with the TSBDC was attending client meetings and connecting with people across many different industries. She also encouraged future interns to ask questions, build connections, and take advantage of every opportunity to learn.

From gaining hands-on experience with small businesses to continuing her academic and professional journey, we’re proud to see Melisa thriving and making an impact in her field.

Thank you, Melisa, for being part of the TSBDC team. We cannot wait to see all that you accomplish next!

05/20/2026

Celebrating an incredible Spring 2026 internship with Holli Hancock!

To wrap up the semester, our team gathered for an Italian-themed potluck and had the opportunity to hear Holli present her business plan for Root & Form Wellory, a business centered around wellness, fitness, and helping others feel rooted in total wellness. It was exciting to see her passion, creativity, and hard work come to life through her presentation.

After lunch, we continued the celebration at PopStroke with a little friendly competition and lots of laughs on the mini golf course.

We are so thankful for Holli and all of the hard work she contributed during her internship. We cannot wait to see what’s ahead for Holli and wish her the absolute best moving forward!

05/18/2026

A look back at TSBDC All Hands 2026 👏

From collaboration and professional development sessions to celebrating achievements across the state, this event brought together an incredible group dedicated to supporting Tennessee’s small businesses. We’re grateful for the opportunity to learn, connect, and grow together.

05/14/2026

Ready to level up your leadership skills?

Full and partial scholarships are still available for our upcoming Culture-Driven Leadership Lab, a two-day, in-person program at MTSU’s Miller Executive Education Center (June 25–26).

Designed for managers, HR professionals, and organizational leaders, this immersive experience will help you:
-Engage and retain the next generation of talent
-Build inclusive workplace cultures across generations
-Avoid common management missteps
-Learn recognition strategies that actually resonate

Participants will earn a Certificate in Culture-Driven Leadership from MTSU’s Jones College of Business.

June 26th- 9:00 A.M- 3:00 P.M.
Seats are limited, secure your spot today!
Link to register in our bio!

05/12/2026

We are so excited to celebrate our Center Director, Galen Longo, for being recognized as the Tennessee Small Business Development Center State Star Award winner at this year’s All Hands conference! 👏

The State Star Award recognizes individuals across the statewide TSBDC network who go above and beyond in serving small businesses, supporting their teams, and making a lasting impact in their communities. Galen’s leadership, passion for entrepreneurship, and dedication to helping businesses grow continue to make a difference every single day.

We are incredibly proud to have his leadership here at the TSBDC at MTSU and grateful for the way he supports not only our clients, but our staff and student team as well. Congratulations, Galen, on this well-deserved recognition!

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3050 Medical Center Pkwy
Murfreesboro, TN
37129

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(615) 898-2745

Website

https://www.tsbdc.org/mtsu/

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