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Small Business Development Center

Michigan Technological University is the host for the Upper Peninsula Regional Office of the Michigan Small Business Development Center (MI-SBDC). The hosting is a collaboration of the Office of Innovation and Commercialization and the College of Business and is supported by the US Small Business Administration, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and other collaborators across the state.

The Michigan SBDC enhances Michigan's economic wellbeing by providing consulting, training and market research for new ventures, existing small businesses and advanced technology companies. With ten offices across the state, we provide entrepreneurs and business owners with convenient access to free consulting and training throughout Michigan. The Michigan SBDC is committed to fostering and sustaining a culture of inclusion through equitable outreach and service to Michigan's diverse business community.

Meet the Team

Laura Marohnic

Laura Marohnic

  • Regional Director
Daniel Yoder

Daniel Yoder

  • Associate Regional Director
Lance Wolfe

Lance Wolfe

  • Senior Business Consultant
Nicole Young-Potvin

Nicole Young-Potvin

  • Regional Marketing Specialist
Mariah Goos

Mariah Goos

  • Business Consultant
Jordan Craven

Jordan Craven

  • Business Consultant
Henry Basala

Henry Basala

  • SBDC Intern
Jaylen Body

Jaylen Body

  • SBDC Intern
Kalle Keranen

Kalle Keranen

  • SBDC Intern