PennWest Clarion SBDC

06/18/2026

📢 ATTENTION! We’ve moved!

The Small Business Development Center is still located on the PennWest Clarion University campus, but we are now in a new space inside Carlson Library.

📍 New Address:
PennWest University - Clarion
122 Carlson Library
838 Wood Street
Clarion, PA 16214

You can find us on Floor A, which is one floor down from the main floor. We look forward to welcoming you to our new location!

06/17/2026

Our latest newsletter is here! Take a look at what’s happening in our region, including upcoming events, client highlights, small business resources, and important updates. We’re proud to continue supporting local entrepreneurs and sharing opportunities that help our communities grow.

Read the full newsletter here:
https://conta.cc/3SsjJMD

Email from PennWest Clarion SBDC --NEW INFORMATION June 15, 2026   Client Spotlight: Violet Mist Perfumery Violet Mist Perfumery, a boutique fragrance shop that opened in Punxsutawney in November 202

06/11/2026

Thinking about starting your own business?
Join us for First Step: Starting a Small Business in Pennsylvania
📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
⏰ 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
💻 Online Webinar

Register: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/33042

These monthly seminars provide an overview on the steps to start a business along with an in-depth look at a business plan. Topics include business registrations, licenses, business structures, taxation, research tools, and what to expect in financing your business.

06/09/2026

💼 Got tax questions for your business? We’ve got answers!

Join Corry Riley, PennWest Clarion SBDC Business Consultant, for our FREE monthly Tax Talk designed to give entrepreneurs and small business owners clarity and confidence on tax topics.

🗓 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 11:00 a.m.
💻 Live via Zoom

Register: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/33193

Here’s what you can expect:
✔️ A quick 15-minute breakdown of a key tax topic
✔️ 45 minutes of open Q&A—ask anything!

From write-offs and credits to hiring, sales tax, and recordkeeping—no question is too simple. Come ready to learn, ask, and grow your business with confidence!

This session is offered at no cost. Advice shared reflects professional judgment based on current tax law.

06/04/2026

Thinking about starting your own business?
Join us for First Step: Starting a Small Business in Pennsylvania
📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
💻 Online Webinar

Register: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/33045

These monthly seminars provide an overview on the
steps to start a business along with an in-depth look at
a business plan. Topics include business registrations,
licenses, business structures, taxation, research tools,
and what to expect in financing your business.

06/03/2026

Our latest newsletter is here! Take a look at what’s happening in our region, including upcoming events, client highlights, small business resources, and important updates. We’re proud to continue supporting local entrepreneurs and sharing opportunities that help our communities grow.

Read the full newsletter here: https://conta.cc/43L3Kvz

Email from PennWest Clarion SBDC --NEW INFORMATION June 1, 2026   Client Spotlight: The Meredith Inn The Meredith Inn, a historic Kittanning landmark dating back to 1904, was revitalized in 2019 as a

06/02/2026

Join us for 2026 PA Tax Series: Getting Started with myPATH!

📅 June 10, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
💻 Free Online Meeting (Live)

🔗 Register here: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/33052

Learn how to create your account, access personal and business profiles, and navigate key features of the Department of Revenue’s myPATH portal.

👉 Perfect for new and existing business owners looking to simplify their tax process.

06/01/2026

Attention farmers!
Horizon Farm Credit has launched its new Young, Beginning, and Small Farmer Grant Program for 2026, investing in the future of agriculture and rural communities. Ten grants of $20,000 each will be awarded to support on-farm improvements and business growth.

Eligible applicants include farmers ages 18-35, those with 10 years or less of reported Schedule F income, OR operations with less than $350,000 in annual gross cash farm income. Both Farm Credit customers and non-customers may apply. Applications are due by August 21, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Don't miss this opportunity to help move your farm business forward! Learn more and apply today through Horizon Farm Credit.

05/29/2026

Growing a strong agricultural business takes the right tools, guidance, and support.

Pennsylvania SBDC is here to help farmers and agribusiness owners plan, grow, and navigate challenges with confidence through no-cost, confidential consulting, educational training, and resources to help find and secure financing.

Whether you’re starting, expanding, or preparing for the future, we’re ready to grow with you.

Visit https://www.pasbdc.org/agriculture/ to learn more, explore on-demand training, and request consulting.

05/27/2026

Thinking about starting your own business?
Join us for First Step: Starting a Small Business in Pennsylvania
📅 Tuesday, June 2, 2026
⏰ 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
💻 Hybrid Event

In-person location:
PennWest University Clarion
14 A/B Suites on Main South
896 East Main Street, Clarion, PA 16214

Register: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/33028

These monthly seminars provide an overview on the
steps to start a business along with an in-depth look at
a business plan. Topics include business registrations,
licenses, business structures, taxation, research tools,
and what to expect in financing your business.