The Duquesne University SBDC has provided the following resources to assist the small businesses in southwestern Pennsylvania.
Discover how a rescue dog from Alaska inspired Pittsburgh's first off-leash dog bar. Follow Alissa and Travis May's journey from nomads to community builders, creating a unique space where dogs play..
Antonio Bonnetty, an attorney specializing in family law, juvenile dependency, and criminal law, recently left a law practice to become a solo practitioner. Despite his strong abilities as an attorney
Restoreth Roots, LLC, led by certified arborist Jen Senchak, offers sustainable land care consulting in Lawrence County, PA. Specializing in tree conservancy, landscape management, and environmental..
Discover the inspiring journey of Beth Buenaventura and her boutique retail shop, Boutique Blue. With the expert guidance of the Duquesne University SBDC, Beth revitalized her business and found...
The Ford Music Center in New Castle, PA, where Antonio Ford offers diverse music lessons and studio recording. Engaging the community with youth programs and events, the center makes music education
Discover how Julianne Gray turned her dream into reality with In Bloom House of Beauty, for Duquesne SBDC. Learn about her journey, business plan development, and the resources that helped her succeed
Discover how Leslie Michielli transformed her hobby into Maple & Metal LLC with the help of Duquesne University SBDC. From crafting a business plan to opening, read about her inspiring journey.
To empower local communities and businesses by providing them with a place to interact, find support, promote their offerings, and reach out to customers
Eco-Friendly Solution to Wipes and Packaging Challenges, allowing her to focus on growing her eco-friendly business.
Joseph Kania, Pgh detective since 2015, launched Commonwealth Nutrition in 2021. His supplement store fosters a no-pressure, welcoming environment, supporting customers' fitness and wellness goals.
Success Story - Rice 'n Stew Co., an Afghan cuisine restaurant born from Sohrab Bakhshi's vision and experience. With support from Duquesne University's Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Dr. Ntasha Sethi's journey in dentistry began in her home country, India, where her passion for dental care led to enrolling in dental school at 18. She now owns new dental practice working with kids
Amy Camp is the founder of Cycle Forward. She became a became a client of the Duquesne University SBDC over 10 years ago and has recently reengaged with the center in order to receive consulting and..
Incredible Growth of a Woman-led Business
Engage Kidz, LLC, provides educational and behavioral services for children, families, schools, and teachers. Owner and Founder Patty Maxwell wanted to grow the business. But she was hesitant...
Marsha Cassel is a life-long Pittsburgher and has been cooking for over 30 years. About six years ago, she and her husband decided to buy a farm in Washington County.
The opening of her new location is a testament to her skill, passion for wellness, and the support provided to her by Duquesne University's Small Business Development Center (SBDC).
In the heart of Pittsburgh's North Hills, lives of local moms are being transformed through fitness and camaraderie. FIT4MOM North Hills, the leading pre and postnatal fitness provider in the area.
The work the SBDC has done helping Paw & Order with Business analysis, long term planning, and critical connections will help them sustain and grow their business going into the future.
For some time, Carla has eyed a second location in the area, which will help promote the DQ brand and add more secure employment to the current / future staff as well as improve the local economy.
David was not sure how to acquire Marbull's. He worked with his SBDC consultant to write a business plan and obtain funding needed to buy the business.
We had to be able to show the banks that we are financially strong to take on this expansion which is a million-dollar project.
A partnership has now been established between The Charter School and the Duquesne University School of Business Small Business Development Center.
The Small Business Development Center came in to help BAPS through organizing the startup process, expanding the market and in the process, helping to raise investor capital.
It is human nature to share a meal with the ones we love. Keeping to this tradition, our company offers a service that will never go out of style and brings the family spirit to the dinner table.
Theresa Ortiz always wanted to be a key player and help others be the best version of themselves, so she started the process of creating her consulting and contracting business. Here is her success s
Luke Kriger approached the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center in early 2022 to seek assistance with locating potential funders for his business.
The Duquesne University SBDC started working with Addison Fox and Connie Feda who have many years of personal experience baking cookies and were looking to move into a new line of business.
From Veteran to Business Owner, Mike McCloskey and David McCloskey made their entrepreneur dreams come true.
Illumina Cafe has overcome multiple obstacles, including starting a business in the middle of the pandemic. However, Ariel's hard work has been paying off.