Small Business Development Center
The Small Business Development Center at CBP provides professional business counseling, training and information resources to help grow and strengthen small and midsize businesses in the northern Virginia area.
SBDC staff and professional volunteers provide confidential assistance in the areas of start-up and strategic business planning, marketing, financial analysis, access to capital and other specialized services as requested.
To make sure that we provide you with the highest level of service, our center achieved national accreditation through a rigorous process designed by the Association of Small Business Development Centers.
Business Training & Counseling
The Small Business Development Center at CBP assists mature businesses (generally two year and older).
A Powerful Network
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at CBP is part of a national network of business counseling experts. Under the direction of the U.S. Small Business Administration, there are over 1,000 SBDC offices nationwide and 27 offices in Virginia that are connected to provide you with the most up to date, quality information.
The SBDC at CBP is a vital member of the Virginia SBDC.
SBDC Leadership
With over 18 years of professional experience working with various Fortune 500 companies in the U.S. and abroad, SBDC Director Ghufran Ahmad can asssit many entrepreneurs in various areas such as business planning, risk management, performance improvement, training and development, coaching, leadership and relationship management.
Expanding Businesses Activities
SBDC Network
To make sure that we provide you with the highest level of service, our center achieved national accreditation through a rigorous process designed by the Association of Small Business Development Centers.
The SBDC at CBP is a key member of the Virginia SBDC; a network of 27 local Small Business Development Center offices across Virginia providing professional business counseling, training, and business resources to help grow and strengthen Virginia businesses.
SBDC Sponsors
The Small Business Development Center at Community Business Partnership is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. It receives additional support from the Fairfax County Office for Women and the Supervisors of Fairfax County.
SBDC Supporters
The Small Business Development Center at Community Business Partnership is proud to have the support of invaluable and effective allies that help us meet our mission.
The Community Business Partnership is an equal opportunity service provider, lender, and employer.
“The CBP counselors and volunteers have been instrumental in helping me increase my knowledge and confidence in business ownership. Because of their guidance, I’ve been able to expand my practice and move into a larger facility with more employees.”
Debbie Allen, President, Premier Pediatric Therapy Source, Annandale, VA
