Small Business Development Center at Nicholls State University

Small Business Development Center at Nicholls State University Helping Bayou Region small businesses grow with no-cost consulting, training & resources. Consultants are skilled to advise business owners accurately.

The Louisiana SBDC is an assistance center designed to TRAIN and EDUCATE business owners on how to sustain successful business operations, whether it be an internal risk or an environmental threat. Appointments are available with different types of experienced consultants for personal one-on-one needs. Years of walking through client obstacles have armed each consultant with lessons learned from m

istakes to help future clients avoid repeating those same mistakes. Our hope is for clients to walk-away with action plans for results.

-Simplify Business Plan Projects and Increase Chances for Loan Financing
-Locate Relevant and Realistic Financing Options that Owners Can Afford
-Incorporate Free (or inexpensive) Marketing Tools that will Generate Revenue
-Produce Action Lists to Expand, Evolve, Reorganize, or Minimize Risk
-Conduct Export Assessments & Use Results to Become Export-Ready
-Sharpen Owner Skills by Obtaining Seminar Material and Teaching Skills
-Help Clients Access Resources for Continuous Growth

If you’re thinking about starting a business—or ready to grow the one you have—this is a conversation you don’t want to ...
04/13/2026

If you’re thinking about starting a business—or ready to grow the one you have—this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Join LSBDC at Nicholls State University for a Meet the Lender event designed to connect you directly with the people who can help you access funding and move your business forward.

You’ll have the opportunity to:
• Learn what the U.S. Small Business Administration offers to support small businesses
• Connect with local lenders who understand the Bayou Region and can walk through real financing options with you
• Get answers to your Louisiana Economic Development Capital Program questions
• Talk through your business goals and get guidance tailored to your next step

Whether you're just getting started or planning your next phase of growth, this is your chance to ask questions, make connections, and leave with clarity.

📅 Tuesday, April 28th
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Bayou Region Incubator

📩 RSVP here: https://www2.lsbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=10460025

Come prepared with your questions—we’ll help you take the next step.

Bayou Region Incubator Nicholls State University U.S. Small Business Administration

🚀 Entrepreneurs in Assumption, Lafourche & Terrebonne Parishes—ready to grow smarter?The Shell LiveWire Louisiana Accele...
12/17/2025

🚀 Entrepreneurs in Assumption, Lafourche & Terrebonne Parishes—ready to grow smarter?

The Shell LiveWire Louisiana Accelerator Program helps business owners strengthen operations, clarify direction, and prepare for sustainable growth—all through a free, 9-week program.

🗓 Applications close January 26, 2026
👉 Apply here: www.shell.us/livewire

Our annual tax update seminar is here! Join us for the 2025 Virtual Tax Updates for Practitioners, presented by the Loui...
11/21/2025

Our annual tax update seminar is here! Join us for the 2025 Virtual Tax Updates for Practitioners, presented by the Louisiana Department of Revenue.

This session will walk you through the latest Louisiana tax changes—from income and franchise tax updates to sales tax changes, digital products, e-file mandates, and more—so you can head into 2025 confident and prepared.

📅 Day One: LDR Updates
💻 Virtual workshop
🔗 Register here: https://www2.lsbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=10450052

Keep an eye out for Day Two: IRS Updates — coming soon!

📣 Louisiana small business owners — want to get noticed by prime contractors and major projects?Source Louisiana, launch...
10/02/2025

📣 Louisiana small business owners — want to get noticed by prime contractors and major projects?

Source Louisiana, launched in partnership with Louisiana Economic Development, is a free statewide business directory that helps companies like yours showcase services, certifications, and experience to get in the pipeline for opportunity.

👉 Why register?
✅ Be visible to prime contractors + large-scale projects
✅ Highlight your business capabilities
✅ Gain credibility with updated, accurate info

✨ Register today at www.SourceLouisiana.com

It only takes a few minutes to search for your business, create a login, and update your profile.

Don’t miss your chance to put your business on the radar where it counts most!

Looking for funding to start or grow your business? Join our free webinar: Show Me the Money! Learn how to prepare a str...
08/11/2025

Looking for funding to start or grow your business?

Join our free webinar: Show Me the Money! Learn how to prepare a strong funding package, understand lender expectations, and boost your chances of success.

📅 Don’t miss your first step:

📅 Wednesday, August 20 | ⏰ 10:00 AM - 12:00PM | 💻 Zoom
🔗 Register here: https://www2.lsbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=11450009

Is your website working for you—or just sitting there?Join us for Website Essentials: Building a Home that Converts, a f...
08/07/2025

Is your website working for you—or just sitting there?

Join us for Website Essentials: Building a Home that Converts, a free webinar for Louisiana small business owners who want a site that attracts, engages, and converts.

✅ Discover must-have website features
✅ Learn how to tell your story with content
✅ Understand user-friendly design
✅ Get SEO tips to boost Google visibility
✅ Walk away with a Website Audit Checklist

📅 Thursday, August 14 | ⏰ 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | 💻 Zoom
🔗 Register: https://www2.lsbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=10450042

Make your website your business’s best salesperson.

We're Hiring: Business Consultant – LSBDC at Nicholls State UniversityAre you passionate about helping small businesses ...
06/08/2025

We're Hiring: Business Consultant – LSBDC at Nicholls State University

Are you passionate about helping small businesses grow and thrive in the Bayou Region? The Louisiana Small Business Development Center (LSBDC) at Nicholls State University is seeking a dynamic Business Consultant to support entrepreneurs across Southeast Louisiana.

In this role, you’ll work one-on-one with local business owners to develop financial projections, business plans, marketing strategies, and more. Ideal for professionals with a background in business, finance, or entrepreneurship who want to make a tangible impact in our region.

📍 Based in Thibodaux, LA
💼 Full-time with benefits
🌐 Apply now to join a team dedicated to Louisiana’s small business success!

Apply here: https://jobs.nicholls.edu/postings/8321

Veterans, Active Duty, Reservists & Military Spouses — Ready to build your business?Whether you’re just starting out or ...
05/30/2025

Veterans, Active Duty, Reservists & Military Spouses — Ready to build your business?
Whether you’re just starting out or already in business, the Pathway to Assist Veteran Entrepreneurs (PAVE) program is here to support you.

👨‍✈️ Step 1: Attend the PAVE Orientation
📅 June 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Learn how the program works, access on-demand courses, and get connected to tools designed for veteran entrepreneurs. Register here: https://www2.lsbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=2450015

🧭 Step 2: Join the PAVE Boot Camp
📅 July 9 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Connect directly with veteran-focused resource partners, get feedback on your business plans, and build a network that understands your mission. Register here: https://www2.lsbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=10450031

🎯 If you’ve served — or supported someone who has — we’re here to serve you.
Let’s build something great together.

🌪️ Thibodaux business owners—don’t leave your future to chance.Attend RISE LOUISIANA in Baton Rouge to learn how to prot...
05/28/2025

🌪️ Thibodaux business owners—don’t leave your future to chance.

Attend RISE LOUISIANA in Baton Rouge to learn how to protect your business from natural disasters, cyber threats, and supply disruptions.

It’s FREE, SBA-supported, and open to all Louisiana small business owners.

📅 June 4 | 📍 Baton Rouge
🔗 Register now: https://www2.lsbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=7450028

📊 Master Your Business FinancesWant to know if your business is actually healthy? 🤔It’s time to decode your balance shee...
04/23/2025

📊 Master Your Business Finances

Want to know if your business is actually healthy? 🤔
It’s time to decode your balance sheet—no finance degree required.

This financial snapshot shows what you own, what you owe, and what’s left over.

Swipe through to learn:
✅ What a balance sheet really tells you
✅ How to analyze each section
✅ Where to find red flags

Start here, and take one step closer to making decisions with clarity and confidence. 💪

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155 Shaver Gym
Thibodaux, LA
70301

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+19854932587

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