WINTER 2022
INDIANA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Helping Businesses Start, Grow, and Prosper
Pitt SBDC — IUP Outreach Office The University of Pittsburgh and Indiana University of Pennsylvania have formed a strategic partnership merging the Small Business Develop- ment Centers. The IUP Outreach Office has a dedicated management consultant on the IUP campus at 108 Eberly Hall. Please contact our of- fice at 724.357.5729 to schedule an appointment or to discuss how the SBDC can assist. The University of Pittsburgh Small Business Development Center (SBDC), as part of Pitt's Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence, provides busi- ness owners with the information and tools necessary to build successful businesses. The SBDC’s mission is to develop and strengthen the businesses of Southwestern PA by imparting knowledge and expertise via professional consulting and education.
What We Do... New Business Services
The S8OC offers one-on-one consulting and guided workshops to help you explore if opening a new business or buying an existing business is right for you. Moving forward, consultants provide guidance on all aspects of your business launch, including your business plan, a thorough feasibility analysis, and even take into consideration environmental regulatory requirements. Receive referrals to investors and banks, review financial management practices, and discuss loan package preparation with a trusted consultant. Growth Services Grow your business's online presence through software training, e-Commerce, social media and website optimization. The SBDC will also assist in the exploration of new markets domestically and abroad, online or with government contracts. Lear what it takes to sell internationally through market research and analysis, locating new supply chains, and diversifying operations.
Map out options for resiliency, expansion, sale, succession strategies, and business valuations. Consultants can assist in boosting your busi- ness’s productivity whether it be by improving processes through greening strategies or tackling human resource issues.
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With Indiana County being well-known as the “Christmas Tree Capital of the World” and the birthplace of Jimmy Stewart, the holiday season brings about special opportunities for celebration. ICTB along with the CEO affiliates, were proud to once again be supportive of the Lucy Don- nelly Memorial Fund Light-up Night & Holiday Parade and First Commonwealth Bank's It's A Wonderful Life Festival. This year, downtown area information into an easy-to-read document, highlighting the weekend festivities and including a map of the participant's locations. Many of the specials will continue throughout the holiday season. Another new feature this yearwas Jimmy Stewart impersonator, Brian Rohan. Mirroring Jimmy Stewart with both appearance and mannerisms, Brian entertained locals both as George Bailey as well as Jimmy Stewart. Look for Brian to retum as his presence was a big hit around town. There is still time to visit IRMC Park, enjoy the special holiday ambiance and marvel at the beautiful, larger-than-life concolor fir Christmas tree, donated by Gregg Van Hom. ICTB is thankful to the team of community members who collaborate to make this celebration happen and we are thankful that we can say “It's A Wonderful Life” in Indiana County! The Indiana County Tourist Bureau is excited for the debut of the new 2023 Wall Calendar, highlighting the 60" anniversary of when the tourist bureau was proudly designated as the county's official tourist promotion agency. in 1963. The calendar. which announces upcoming annual events, takes you on a twelve-month journey illustrating various aspects of Indiana County from years past to the present. All are encouraged to leam more about Indiana County's rich history by visiting and supporting local histoncal societies, including: Histoncal & Genealogical Society of Indiana County, Historical Society of the Blairsville Area (HSBA), Homer-Center Historical Society. John G. Schmick Hentage Center, Rebecca B. Hadden Stone House MuseumSaltsburg Area Historical Society. Strongstown Homecoming & Historical Society and the Blairsville Under- ground Railroad History Center. These wall calendars will be mailed to each tourist bureau member and there will be a limited supply available at the ICTB office, located in the Indiana Mall. in efforts to further promote ICTB member events and entice visitors to Indiana County, ICTB has revamped the annual event rack card that has traditionally been distnbuted in January and featured events throughout the entire year. Instead, the rack card will be replaced with a seasonal flyer. which will enable the inclusion of new and developing events as they come into fruition. As a result, ICTB will be able to adapt to the ever- changing world dynamics and adjust the promotional efforts as necessary. ICTB membership renewals for 2023 were recently issued to all current members. As an added perk, when renewing for 2023, members can also opt to renew their membership for 2024, at a 50% discounted rate. This is an exciting opportunity for renewing members to be included in the upcoming visitor guide, which will debut in late Spring 2023. Please note. that this offer also applies to new members. Additional information about member listings in the visitor guide, as well as low-cost advertising options, will be distributed soon.
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