BBB Conversations

Better Business Bureau of Upstate New York is proud to partner with our local government agencies and others that are working with small businesses to help them succeed.

However, many businesses may not know what services are provided by these agencies, and that these services are free to use. 

Melanie sits down (virtually) with Greg Lindberg, Economic Development Specialist with the U.S. Small Business Administration to learn more about the "3 Cs" of the SBA. 

More information on how the SBA can assist your business.

Lauren talks with Lynn Oswald, Director of the Niagara Small Business Development Center on programs and business planning. 

More about the SBDC and all its resources.

Melanie and Meghan Florkowski, Executive Director of Syracuse WISE Center talk about what WISE is and how they've been connecting with clients during the pandemic. 

More about Syracuse WISE Center here.

Lauren helps break down resources for businesses that may need the assistance of the Erie County Workforce Development Consortium on the job training program with ECWDC's Jessica Braunscheidel.
More about the OJT program here.

Melanie and Matt Kennedy with Empire State Development discuss loan and financing options provided by ESD for businesses in Upstate New York.

Empire State Development General Information
New York Forward Loan Fund (NYFLF)
Business Mentor New York 
New York State Contract Reporter information