ND Small Business Development Centers

The North Dakota Small Business Development Centers (ND SBDC) is dedicated to empowering the creation, growth, and success of small businesses in North Dakota. With a team of professional business advisors who have years of experience, we provide expert guidance to help entrepreneurs make their businesses successful. Our goal is to support small business owners and entrepreneurs across the state by offering customized resources and assistance at every stage of their business life cycle.

For over 35 years, our network has been committed to helping small businesses thrive, knowing that when they succeed, communities and the entire state of North Dakota thrive. As a fully accredited member of the National Association of Small Business Development Centers, we adhere to a mandatory national standard for all federal SBDC networks. This accreditation recognizes our high-quality small business assistance and ensures ongoing quality and continuous improvement in service delivery.

As a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), we receive federal funding from SBA with matching funds coming from the Bank of North Dakota, along with local-match partners including UND, sub-center program hosts, lenders, cities, counties, and economic development programs. Our commitment to providing top-notch services is reflected in our affiliation with the SBA and our dedication to stimulating and fostering small business development through various programs.

At ND SBDC, we are passionate about helping entrepreneurs turn their great ideas into successful businesses. Whether you need help starting your business or managing its growth, our team is here to provide the expertise and resources you need to achieve your goals. We take pride in being a trusted partner for small businesses in North Dakota and look forward to continuing our mission of supporting their success for many more years to come.