Massachusetts Small Business Development Center Network

The Isenberg School is state headquarters for the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center (MSBDC) network, a federal-state partnership providing one to one free comprehensive and confidential services focusing on business growth and strategies, financing and loan assistance and strategic analysis. The statewide program has three integrated product lines: Business Advisory Services, Government Contracting and International Trade/Export Services. Services are delivered though a statewide network of skilled professionals supported by a vast network of federal, state, educational and private sector partners. In addition low cost educational training programs are offered across the state targeted to the needs of small business.

In 2008 the MSBDC Network provided business advisory services and training assistance to over 8,000 individuals. During that time MSBDC business advisory services helped businesses secure $46.9 million in small business loans, $150 million in federal procurement contracts and increased company sales by $170 million as a result of assistance from the Mass Export Center. The program contributed to the local economy by creating and retaining nearly 900 jobs in Massachusetts as a direct result of financing.

The MSBDC provides internships for Isenberg School students and has an impact in the classroom. MSBDC counselors teach a popular Isenberg School course that highlights their experiences with real businesses. Students in the School's senior-year capstone strategy course do case projects involving MSBDC clients.


For further information about the MSBDC and its programs, visit the MSBDC's website or contact

Georgianna Parkin, State Director
413-545-6301
gep@msbdc.umass.edu