Delaware Small Business Development Center

10/14/2026

✨ In case you missed it! ✨

Meet Gabriela Flores Moncada, the entrepreneur behind EnerJoy Wellness! After more than 15 years of practicing yoga, Gabriela turned her passion for wellness into a business focused on helping others find balance, connection, and self-care.

Through bilingual yoga classes, meditation, Reiki, and community wellness experiences, EnerJoy Wellness is making wellness more accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds.

With guidance from Delaware SBDC advisor Maria Freudenthal, Gabriela has continued building a business that aligns with her values, goals, and lifestyle.

Read Gabriela's full Client Success Story to learn more about her journey! 💙

🔗 https://delawaresbdc.org/enerjoy-wellness/

10/12/2026

Join the Delaware Small Business Development Center (DSBDC) for an information session on the newly updated Data Assured Workbook & Toolkit, now aligned with NIST 2.0 standards.

Designed specifically for small business owners, this free session breaks down cybersecurity into practical, easy-to-follow steps.

Take control of your business’s digital security today! ⭐

Register here: https://bit.ly/4rEK7R0

10/02/2026

Starting a business comes with a lot of questions. Let’s tackle them together!

Join the Delaware SBDC on October 7th for our no-cost How to Start a Business webinar. Learn about business licenses, insurance, legal structures, funding, business planning, and other important considerations before launching your business.

Come with your questions and leave with a clearer understanding of what it takes to get started in Delaware.

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4xYW2e7

09/19/2026

New Delaware lifts the cap on state matching grants for SBIR and STTR recipients, helping startups bridge the funding gap to commercialization.

https://delawarebusinesstimes.com/insider-only/delaware-match-grants-startups/

09/18/2026

Is your business ready for funding and long-term growth? Join the Delaware SBDC and our partners from Community Bank and Ballast Financial Partners for an in-person session in Georgetown covering what it takes to become loan-ready.

Beyond filling out an application, this dynamic panel will guide you through the entire loan lifecycle, with guidance to meet your business priorities and long-term wealth goals.

Register today to join us on Wednesday, September 23rd at 12:00 pm: https://luma.com/hevr94t6

09/16/2026

Huge congratulations to Delaware SBDC's very own Troy Farmer, awarded as our 2026 State Star! 🌟

With 35+ years of expertise, deep community roots, and a tireless commitment to local entrepreneurs, Troy goes above and beyond every day to help Delaware small businesses launch, scale, and thrive. From leading statewide initiatives like the Community Navigator Program and SSBCI to serving as a trusted advisor, mentor, and Master Coach, her impact is truly unmatched.

Thank you, Troy, for your dynamic leadership, strategic vision, and passion for empowering our business community!

Read More About Troy's Recognition Here: https://delawaresbdc.org/troy-farmer-state-star/

Celebrate Troy Farmer, Delaware's SBDC State Star and leader in supporting small business development and innovation.

09/02/2026

Ready to turn your business idea into a plan?

Join the Delaware SBDC on September 16 for our How to Start a Business webinar. We’ll cover the key considerations for starting a business in Delaware, including business licenses, insurance, legal structures, funding, business planning, and more.

You’ll also have the opportunity to get answers to your most pressing startup questions.

🔗 Register now: https://clients.delawaresbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460032

08/19/2026

08/19/2026

Governor Meyer launches Innovate Delaware with DPP to advance and strengthen statewide innovation ecosystem DPP launching Delaware Rural Health Challenge to provide up to $25 million in grants over five years to startups serving health needs of rural Delawareans August 3, 2026 WILMINGTON, Del. — G...

08/10/2026

On Tuesday, August 4th our CEO, Michelle and our Membership Engagement Coordinator, Stephanie were invited to attend the iDEA Lab Final Pitch Presentations hosted by the Delaware Small Business Development Center at Appoquinimink Community Library.

Over the past six weeks, these entrepreneurs have worked to refine their value propositions and build actionable go-to-market strategies, and it was inspiring to hear each founder confidently present their vision. The innovation, creativity, and determination on display are a testament to the strength of Delaware's entrepreneurial community.

Thank you to the Delaware SBDC team, mentors, and everyone involved in supporting these emerging businesses. We look forward to seeing the impact these founders make as they continue to grow.