About Us

A little about us…the Collin Small Business Development Center, is a partnership between the U.S. Small Business Administration, the State of Texas, and Collin College. We provide no cost business consulting to businesses and residents of Collin and Rockwall Counties. Low and no fee workshops and seminars are open to the public and scheduled on topics that are essential to business success.

Here’s How We Help

Growing a Business
  • Grow revenue
  • Marketing and business plans
  • Buy/sell a business
  • Business loans and capital
  • Social media marketing
  • Pricing evaluations
  • Cash flow improvement
  • Strategic business consulting

Starting a Small Business

  • Business planning
  • Determining  corporation vs. sole proprietor (DBA)
  • Start-up funds
  • Liability and legal aspects
  • Licenses and permits
  • Competition
  • Feasibility of a new business

Additional Assistance

In addition to business consulting and training, our office provides clients with:

  • In-depth market, financial and industry research through databases such as IBISWorld, BizMiner and Reference USA
  • Comprehensive resource library and computer workstation installed with the latest business software and programs such as Business Plan Pro and QuickBooks
  • Industry experts who advise clients through training and consulting on topics such as social media and internet marketing, legal issues, accounting and taxes
  • Leaders in the North Texas region through partnering with community programs such as regional chambers of commerce, lenders and economic development centers


More About Us

There is no fee for business consulting services and the majority of our SBDC seminars and workshops are also free. Occasionally, there may be a training event where a nominal fee is charged.

For assistance with these small business resources or references, please contact our office at 972.985.3770.  To become a client of the Collin SBDC, please complete the Request for Assistance form.



Mission Statement

To accelerate the North Texas economy by helping entrepreneurs grow sustainable businesses.

Vision Statement

To be the recognized leader for small business assistance in the North Texas Region.

Core Values

Integrity  |  Innovation  |  Collaboration  |  Accountability  |  Credibility

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Location

4800 Preston Park Blvd.
Suite 114
Plano, TX 75093

FOR GENERAL QUESTIONS
(972) 985-3770

The Collin SBDC at Collin College is a member of the North Texas SBDC Network. Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Hosted by the Dallas College and nationally accredited by the Association of SBDCs.