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Pennsylvania SBDC Network
Partnership is the key to the success for the Pennsylvania SBDC program. The SBDC program is a public-private partnership that leverages the resources of government, higher education and the business community to facilitate the growth of Pennsylvania small firms. Funding support and resources are provided by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the U.S. Small Business Administration, the 16 participating colleges and universities, local economic and community development organizations, the financial and professional communities, and the Defense Logistics Agency among others. The 16 centers in Pennsylvania serve the following areas:
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Partner Network
The Pennsylvania SBDC is an accredited affiliate of the national network of America's Small Business Development Centers. All 16 Small Business Development Centers are active participants in their communities through involvement with a wide range of public and private organizations. These relationships allow for cross referral of clients and cooperative services and training. The centers have strong working relationships with the following organizations - among many others: