Peterson Computer Consulting
Eric Peterson (center), who served as a consultant for the Illinois SBDC at JJC, was recently honored as the
2013 Entrepreneur of the Year. He consulted with several SBDC clients to provide expertise in social media marketing and website assistance.
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Automated Design Corporation
Lisa and Tom Bitsky (center) of Automated Design Corporation in Romeoville, Illinois were recognized by the Small Business Administration (SBA) for their success in exporting. Representatives from the SBA and Illinois Small Business Development Centers attended a special event at the company.
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The Country Mansion
The Country Mansion, located in Dwight, Ill., consulted with the Illinois SBDC at JJC to assist with the business. Pictured are: (left to right): Patrick Blackwell, general manager; Ashley Maskel, banquet manager; Isaac (Mike) Thomas; executive chef and Bob Ohlendorf, owner. The restaurant offers casual dining in a nostalgic, Victorian-style mansion that was built in 1891.
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Welcome Home Property Inspections, Inc.
Ron Krywanio, owner of Welcome Home Property Inspections, Inc. provides certified residential and commercial property inspection services. Krywanio consulted with the Illinois SBDC at JJC for consultation with the development and redesign of his business website.
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ANG Granite & Cabinets, Inc.
The owners of ANG Granite & Cabinets, Inc., consulted with the Illinois SBDC at JJC to assist with the start-up of their business. The business, located in Crest Hill, Ill., specializes in granite for residential homes, condominiums, restaurants and office buildings. They also offer a large selection of cabinetry, floor coverings and customized projects.
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Milili Salon and Spa
Rhonda Williamson, owner of Milili Salon and Spa consulted with the Illinois SBDC at JJC to assist with the expansion of her business. Milili Salon and Spa has two convenient locations; one in Crest Hill and the other in Romeoville.
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Sinelabs Studio, Inc.
Melza Jordan, owner of Sinelabs Studio Inc. located in Joliet, Ill., provides mixing, mastering and recording as well as vocal and instrument lessons. Jordan consulted with the Illinois Small Business Development Center at JJC to assist with his business.
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Strategic & Developmental Consulting, LLC
Myra Jackson recently opened a consulting business in Morris, Ill. The business offers a variety of services such as strategic development, change management, human resources and more. Jackson consulted with the Illinois Small Business Development Center at JJC to assist with her business.
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The Wandering Dragon Game Shoppe
Kevin Martin recently opened The Wandering Dragon Game Shoppe in Plainfield, Ill. The store offers a large selection of board games and merchandise for customers of all ages. Martin consulted with the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Joliet Junior College to assist with his business.
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Lisa Riebe - Author of Pond Punkies®
Riebe attends a book signing to promote her science fiction book series for children ages 7 to 10. Riebe consulted with the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Joliet Junior College to assist with her business.
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Country Manor Builders
Pat and Mark Muehler (left) of Country Manor Builders meet with Jay Sternickle, a consultant for the Illinois SBDC at JJC, who specializes in website design and development. This service and many more are provided to small business owners free of charge through grant funding that is available from the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010.
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EmbroidMe® Naperville
Joan Carrigan recently opened her EmbroidMe® franchise location in Naperville, Ill. The store offers a large selection of apparel and promotional items that can be customized with a logo. Carrigan consulted with the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Joliet Junior College to assist with her business.
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Tom's Tire & Service
Jim Cappel recently opened Tom's Tire & Service in Rochelle, IL. Pictured are (left) Tom O’Brien, store manager and (right) Jim Cappel, owner. Cappel consulted with the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Joliet Junior College to assist with his business.
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The Loft
Karen Paola Mena, owner and stylist of The Loft in downtown Plainfield, stands next to one of the workstations in her new boutique located at 24008 Lockport Street. Mena is a client of the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Joliet Junior College. Since opening her doors, she has hired two people to help with her expanding clientele.
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Illinois Small Business Development Center
The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Joliet Junior College (ISBDC) is part of a statewide network of small business resource providers, collaborating with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE).
Our mission is to provide free management assistance and advice to aid emerging and existing small businesses as they develop. The center counsels nearly 600 small business and entrepreneurial clients per year by delivering up-to-date counseling, training and technical assistance in many aspects of small business management. Our clients range from start-up through existing businesses that seek ways to improve, develop or finance their organizations.
Developed in cooperation with the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, and Joliet Junior College as a service to Illinois businesses under cooperative agreement #SB-2M-00097-15.
Phone: (815) 280-1400 // Fax: (815) 280-1294
Email: sbdc@jjc.edu
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm