Kitsap SBDC

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America’s SBDC is a nationwide business advisory network, in partnership with the federal Small Business Administration, that offers no-cost business consulting for local businesses. In Kitsap County, the SBDC is hosted by Western Washington University, in conjunction with its headquarters SBDC in Bellingham. Local funding is provided by Kitsap Bank, Kitsap Credit Union, First Fed, Kitsap County, the Port of Bremerton, and the cities of Bremerton, Port Orchard, and Poulsbo. The Kitsap SBDC works collaboratively as part of the Washington SBDC network. 

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For general questions about the Small Business Development Center, or if you have any difficulties signing up as a SBDC client, please contact us at:

Email: KitsapSBDC@wwu.edu

Phone: (360) 650-7232

Economic Impacts

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Economic Impacts by Year

  • Capital Formation: $6,000
  • Businesses Served: 60 Businesses
  • Counseling & Support Hours: 272 hours
  • New Business Startups: 4 Businesses
  • Capital Formation: $2 million
  • Businesses Served: 145 Businesses
  • Counseling & Support Hours: 586 Hours
  • New Business Startups: 3 Businesses
  • Capital Formation: $2.5 million
  • Businesses Served: 133 Businesses
  • Counseling & Support Hours: 530 Hours
  • New Business Startups: 4 Businesses

“The SBDC has been our go to resource for accurate information and connection to the regional small business machinery.  From navigating the initial rollout of the PPP to pivoting to a new business model, the SBDC has been central to our ability to successfully navigate the complex realities of running a business during a pandemic.” 

Sherly Pantouw-Jones, Owner

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"The SBDC and Jaime have been instrumental in keeping me afloat financially during the COVID pandemic. Their classes taught me what I needed to know right when I needed to know it, and Jaime went out of her way to let me know when certain funds were available, urging me to apply before the deadlines were up. I wish every struggling entrepreneur took advantage of the free services they have to offer. They are truly amazing!"

Laura Moynihan, Owner

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