Consulting
Few people understand the intricate opportunities and challenges that entrepreneurs face every day. Our customized, personal consulting services allow you to discuss the unique situations you face with a seasoned advisor who can help you build a plan for success. Whether you are thinking about going into business for yourself for the first time, planning for growth at your entrepreneurial firm, or developing a succession plan for your family business, our experienced consultants can help you address unique challenges and guide you successfully to the next stage of business.
Our consultants specialize in helping every kind of entrepreneur:
Inventors, Researchers, Innovators and Technology Businesses
Focused on catalyzing technology commercialization through one-on-one consulting for innovators, researchers and business owners, we supply industry research and help to launch cutting-edge products and technologies in Western Pennsylvania. Discover how PantherlabWorks can help you move your innovation to market.
Experienced Farmers, Agricultural Producers, and Entrepreneurs Interested in Entering the Agricultural Industry
Recognizing that agriculture is the heart of Western Pennsylvania’s economy, we provide personalized consulting services to address the unique position of farmers and agricultural producers, with special focus on the areas of profit management, strategic planning, new farm enterprise, and emerging market exploration. Learn how the Agricultural Entrepreneurship Program can help support your farm or agricultural business.
Established Small Business Owners, Franchisees, Start-Ups and Entrepreneurs Considering a New Venture
We provide entrepreneurs and small business owners with business management information and the tools necessary to build successful enterprises. Our consulting services include pre-venture counseling, business plan development, financial forecasting, recommendations for environmental management and energy-saving opportunities, government markets entrance, international trade expansion and product development. Learn how the Small Business Development Center can support your startup or existing small business.
Families in Business
Our experienced family business consultants go beyond traditional business consulting, demonstrating expertise in the unique issues critical to family businesses. We arrange and moderate productive, open family meetings, working closely with your family to understand the needs of individual family members and facilitate the structured exchange of opinions and feelings. Our consultants can also give you guidance and support as you work to assemble a strong board of advisors for your company. In addition, we offer personalized succession planning support, a critical issue to every family business, whether the succession is three or thirty years away. Learn how the Family Enterprise Center can help you grow your family business for future generations.