University Of Houston Texas Gulf Coast Small Business Development Center Network 1455 West Loop South, Houston, TX 77027

"The people are nice and they do try to help but I want help getting business and I have not found them to be much help in that regard but I only had one meeting with someone so maybe they do more if asked but no one followed up with me after I met. I love the concept of small business help but didn't find any real practical help with my business. I may try to get their help again when I manage to get business for myself and see if they can help them."

"Ms. Rhonda at the Huntsville branch helped us get a business plan together and begin the process for a commercial loan. We can't say enough good things about her and the hospitality of the Huntsville office. SBDC has provided us went a plethora of resources to be successful!"

"Everyone at Sbdc did an awesome job getting me pointed in the correct direction when I had lots of question on starting my own plumbing business. I’m so grateful for them because they helped me get started!"

"Patient, informative, and knowledgeable. Robert continues to be a great resource for my business. It helps a great deal to have someone to bounce ideas off of"

"The SBDC is a wonderful free resource for anyone that already has a business or someone that is looking to start a business in Houston. I work with clients to help find them a franchise business and often times will direct them the SBDC to get help building a business plan for loan packaging for an SBA loan. They also have access to very robust market research that would normally cost thousands that they can offer for free for specific market data analysis. They also have ongoing educational webinars and in-person workshops. I've been a speaker there and have taught classes on different topics related to finding a franchise and the facility and staff is top notch. I definitely recommend the SBDC for all small businesses looking for supportive resouces."