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Small Business Development Center
Lynchburg Region
Serving Lynchburg, Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, and Campbell County
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Have You Met with The SBDC Before?
Meet Our
Advisors & Mentors
Our Advisors are Subject Matter Experts who are ready to help you work through issues at your small business. They have years of experience in their own small business and are ready to bring that to advising. We value creative thinking, sharing our knowledge, and working through issues as a team. Our knowledge of local resources and state and federal programs can help you grow your business. Request a meeting with an Advisor or one of our Mentors – it is a free and confidential service.
Jawansa Hall
Branding & Marketing Advisor
Jawansa Hall comes to the SBDC with over 16 years of creative experience in design, branding, and marketing. Having worked with some of Lynchburg’s top marketing agencies, Jawansa later established his own creative firm known as Blackwater Branding. His innovative but practical application for building brands and brand identities has gained him awards for Best Marketing Agency, Best Graphic Designer, as well as Lynchburg’s Millennial on the Move, now known as Lynchburg Business Magazine’sTop 20 Under 40. He has served as a sounding board for Central Virginia’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee and also a repeat presenter of Create Virginia. Jawansa’s guidance has helped both non-profits and small businesses master their brand and how to share their story with world.
Jordan Reeves
Finance & Planning Advisor
Jordan comes to the SBDA as a Business Advisor for Finance & Planning. Drawing on a decade of experience in a variety of fields, ranging from product start-ups to management consulting to multi-national automotive manufacturers, he utilizes these broad experiences to help small business owners achieve their goals in the Lynchburg region. As an advisor, Jordan strives to connect with each individual client and provide targeted guidance as is needed.
Stephanie Keener
Executive Director
Stephanie has worked with the SBDC since 2014 and has been Executive Director since 2018. She develops training programs and conferences
for small businesses in our region. As an advisor, she often works with clients who are working to expand their markets, get started in government contracting or exporting, and understand customers. She also coaches on business plan development and digital marketing.
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6:00 pm - 7:30 pmSmart Start: Digital Toolbox
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6:00 pm - 7:30 pmStart Smart: Get your Business Up and Running
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Blog Post & More
Launch LYH Program awards $115,000
January 19, 2023
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LYNCHBURG, Virginia – Applications are now open for Launch LYH – Downtown Lynchburg Association’s newest small business support program. Launch LYH will provide aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners gap funding to help them start up or expand in a Downtown Lynchburg storefront. Through the program, new amenities and attractions
Start Small Campbell Grant Program
January 19, 2023
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The Start Small Campbell Grant Program is a $5000 competitive grant offered by the Campbell County Department of Economic Development. The program offers grants to up to four Campbell County businesses per year through two semi-annual cycles. Business Eligibility Requirements Start-up businesses (less than 3 years old) and existing small
Business Basics at your Finger Tips
June 14, 2022
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The SBDC – Lynchburg Region and Atlantic Union Bank present “Take Control of Your Money” – a collection of Banzai courses focused on small businesses. Take a look at these short articles and activities to help you learn the basics of financial management in your business. Get ready for funding
Russia Sanctions and Technology Controls
March 11, 2022
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This document will be periodically updated and was produced by the ASBDC International Trade interest section. On February 24, 2022, the US and its allies, including NATO members and other independent nations around the globe, imposed sweeping sanctions and technology controls against Russian parties (government institutions, banks, public and private
Cybersecurity Update
March 2, 2022
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The ASBDC Cybersecurity Interest Group outlines some steps for small businesses to protect their business from cyberattacks which may be related to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia.
Your New Business Should Start Smart
October 14, 2021
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Looking to take your business to the next step, but not sure where to begin? We have the perfect solution for you! Our Start Smart Program offers opportunities to demystify how to start your company in the Lynchburg region. We are offering several free virtual classes where you can learn
Click below to read more about our 2019 Client Profiles. Go to VirginiaSBDC.org to read stories from around the Commonwealth.