TROY SBDC builds partnerships and offers resources for Butler County small businesses

Following National SBDC Day, Troy University hosted a community-focused meeting in Georgiana to continue building partnerships and increasing awareness of resources available to small business owners across Butler County. The meeting, led by the Alabama Small Business Development Center Network at Troy University, brought together city leadership, economic development officials, business owners and community stakeholders.  Designed as a continuation of SBDC Day efforts, the meeting created space for collaboration while ensuring attendees were informed about services available to support business creation and growth. Juliana Bolivar Butler County Economic Development Director David Hutchinson shared updates on current projects across the county and highlighted success stories of local businesses, emphasizing the importance of aligning economic development initiatives with direct support for entrepreneurs. Mayor Ninna Bonner also addressed attendees, outlining her vision for the City of Georgiana and her commitment to creating an environment that supports both new and existing business owners. Her remarks reinforced the role of partnerships in strengthening the local business community. The meeting also featured participation from SBDC clients, who had the opportunity to showcase their businesses and engage directly with community leaders. Local entrepreneurs, including Rike’s Tacos of Troy and Pasticceria LLC of Ozark, provided samples of their products, offering
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