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9 <br />The state’s SBDC offers individual advice and guidance concerning the formation, <br />management, financing and operation of businesses. Counseling is provided at <br />no charge to qualified businesses, although there may be a fee for certain out-of- <br />pocket costs incurred by the SBDC. To qualify for counseling, the business must <br />be “small” as defined by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Individuals who <br />are considering starting a business are also eligible for counseling. <br /> <br />How does the program work: <br />The client must sign a “Request for Counseling” form and must agree to <br />participate in surveys designed to measure the effectiveness of the SBDC <br />program. To maximize the value of the counseling, clients should prepare a draft <br />business plan before meeting with the counselor. SBDC counselors have <br />significant experience in the private sector, and many have extensive <br />management and financial consulting backgrounds. To learn more about the <br />services, Mounds View businesses can contact the local SBDC office located in at <br />the University of St. Thomas (Minneapolis campus). You can contact Michael <br />Ryan at 651-962-4500. <br /> <br />3) DEED Business Services <br />DEED Business Services staff serve the business community in Ramsey County, <br />and around the state, with business development and workforce-related services. <br />Services including helping startup and expanding businesses, and coordinating <br />specialized business development products and services to employers and <br />individuals that meet the needs of the area labor market. DEED staff can consult <br />with Mounds View businesses regarding business-specific employee recruiting, <br />employee retention support, workforce restructuring, etc. Local businesses can <br />contact Cheryl Beaumier, Business Services at 651-779-5645. <br />