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Business Planning

Whether you’re starting a new business, managing day-to-day operations, planning for growth, or preparing for closure, having the right information and support is essential. This section brings together a range of trusted resources to help small businesses across Pennsylvania navigate the full business lifecycle. From registration checklists and financial guidance to expansion strategies and succession planning, these tools and programs are designed to make business decisions more informed and more manageable.

Explore the links below to access business planning resources, technical assistance programs, and tools tailored to your stage of business.

PA Business One-Stop Shop

The Business One-Stop Shop strives to make it easier for business owners and entrepreneurs to conduct business in the Commonwealth.  This website brings together resources from across the commonwealth to make them available in one convenient location. 

Whether you are in the planning or registering stage or operating and looking to expand, visit the website today to access these resources and self-service tools like the Registration Checklist, Business Hub, and Help Center.

Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers

The Pennsylvania SBDCs provide consulting services and business training to entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their small business.

SBDC consultants work with entrepreneurs in confidential, one-on-one sessions to help them with a range of business issues including testing a new business proposition, shaping a business plan, investigating funding opportunities, and much more.

Small Business Administration

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a wide range of resources to help entrepreneurs plan, launch, and grow their businesses. From writing business plans and securing financing to understanding federal contracting and disaster recovery, the SBA provides trusted tools and expert guidance tailored to small business needs.

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    Jeremy Hancher

    Jeremy Hancher is the EMAP Program Manager located at the Widener University SBDC.  He holds over 15 years of experience in environmental compliance, environmental policy, and program management.  He is proud to be the team lead of the award-winning EMAP program which provides free and confidential environmental assistance to the Pennsylvania small business community in fulfillment of the requirements of the Pennsylvania Air Pollution Control Act and Section 507 of the federal Clean Air Act.
    In 2015, Jeremy was part of the team effort when EMAP was recognized by US EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy for Outstanding Accomplishments by a State Small Business Environmental Assistance Provider in Providing Technical Environmental Assistance to the Small Business Community. Jeremy holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh, a Master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania, and a certificate from the Wharton School.