Southeast Indiana Small Business Development Center

Attention Veterans! Are you ready to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey? Join us in person for SITREP: Deploying Your Small Business; your go-to event for startup resources designed just for you.

Connect, learn, and gear up to turn your business ideas into reality with a community that gets it. Don’t miss out on the chance to gain valuable insights and support tailored to veteran entrepreneurs!

This event is for Veterans, Service Members, and their spouses. Seating is limited and registration is required.

🗓️ Wednesday, May 27 2026
📍 R. Martin Umbarger Conference Center - County Road 500 East, Edinburgh IN.
🕑 9:00am

Seats are limited so reserve your spot now!
RSVP Link is in the comments below 👇

🎉 Celebrating Excellence on Our Southeast Team! 🎉

We’re proud to share and celebrate some incredible achievements by members of our Southeast team who continue to go above and beyond for Indiana’s small business community. During Small Business Week 2026, our team members received the following Impact Awards:

⭐ State Star Award – Joe Linne

Joe has been recognized with the Indiana SBDC State Star Award, one of the highest honors in the America’s SBDC Network. This award celebrates outstanding performance, meaningful contributions to the SBDC network, and an unwavering commitment to helping small businesses succeed. Joe’s dedication, impact, and leadership truly make him a champion of entrepreneurial growth and a role model for peers across the state. Congratulations Joe Linne!

🏆 Most Long-Term Clients: Part-Time Advisors – Rachael Armstrong

Rachael’s deep commitment to building and sustaining client relationships shines through this well-earned recognition. Her consistent support and trusted guidance have made a lasting difference for so many entrepreneurs. Congratulations Rachael Armstrong!

💵 $1M–$4M in Growth Capital Transactions Award – Joe Linne & Rachael Armstrong

Together, Joe and Rachael were also recognized for their outstanding work supporting clients in securing $1–$4 million in growth capital transactions, a testament to their expertise, strategic guidance, and relentless advocacy for small business success. Congratulations Joe and Rachael!!

Please join us in celebrating Joe and Rachael on these exceptional accomplishments! 👏🎉 Your work strengthens Indiana’s small business ecosystem and inspires us all.

🚀 Attention entrepreneurs! Take the guesswork out of managing your finances with our QuickBooks workshop. From invoicing to staying tax-ready, we’ve got you covered.

‼️Only a few seats remain for this workshop. Be sure to reserve your spot using the link in the comments.

Rev Up Rural is coming to Scottsburg! Are you ready to energize your business and your community?

This in-person event is all about bringing together critical free federal, state, and local resources to teach you how you can spark small business and economic growth in your rural areas. The event includes informational presentations from resources followed by time to talk to each at their vendor tables.

Whether you're a local leader, an entrepreneur, or just curious, come join the fun and let's Rev Up the spirit of our rural region together!

📅 Thursday 5/21 @ 10:00am
📍 Mid-America Science Park: 821 South Lake Road, Scottsburg IN
🔗 RSVP through the link in the comments below 👇

Struggling to manage your business finances efficiently? Our QuickBooks workshop will walk you through practical tips and tricks to get more out of your accounting software.

👇 Register using the link in the comments.

📣 Calling all small business owners!

Don’t miss our exclusive QuickBooks workshop designed to simplify your bookkeeping and help you feel confident in your numbers.

Limited seats available — grab yours via the link in the comments 👇.

Indiana's premier high school pitch competition is coming to Jeffersonville!

The STARTedUP Challenge Regional Pitch Competition brings together the state's brightest young entrepreneurs for a Shark Tank-style event.

On April 21st at Maker13, the top 10 high school startup teams from across the region will take the stage to pitch their most innovative business ideas to a panel of entrepreneurs, investors, and community leaders. The winning team will advance to the STARTedUP Challenge Finals in Indianapolis for a chance to compete for up to $25,000 in funding and statewide recognition.

Come see what Indiana's next generation of founders is building.

🔗 Learn more and RSVP through the link in comments!