Know & Grow - Growing is painful, not growing could be deadly

The Illinois SBDC at Illinois State University is proud to announce the launch of its Know and Grow Program. This program is designed to provide hands-on guidance for those who want to launch and/or grow their business.

Our first seminar series begins May 21st. This three-part seminar led by Dr. Terry Noel of Illinois State University takes a look at how small business owners can manage growth effectively. Each class covers three topics essential to moving past a “tread water” mentality to a “swim with purpose” attitude. Each seminar participants will leave with an individualized growth plan for his/her business. All classes will be held from 8:30 AM – Noon in the College of Business Building on Illinois State’s campus.

Topics include:

Session 1 – May 21, 2008

• Why do you want to grow your business?
• What to expect as you grow
• The market connection

Session 2 – May 28, 2008

• Keep your sanity with systems
• Finding and keeping good advisors
• Getting funding for growth

Session 3 – June 4, 2008

• Growing wisely
• Valuation
• Selling or passing the business on

The cost of the program is $295. Sorry, no single-class pricing. To register, contact the Illinois Small Business Development Center at ISU at 309-438-3610 or sbdc@illinoisstate.edu or go to our web page to register online.