Joe Ubben has joined the Northwest Indiana Small Business Development Center as a business advisor. Working primarily with Porter County businesses, Ubben will assist clients with business planning and execution while connecting them to key region resources. He will partner with economic development organizations and area leaders to build a stronger small business community.
“I look forward to working one-on-one with area small business owners whose success will positively impact the region’s economy,” Ubben said.
Ubben is an entrepreneur with a sales and marketing communications background. He has launched and/or operated Breakaway Performance Group, Click Bug Studios and three A&W franchise locations as well as worked in various management positions for marketing firms.
“Joe brings a wealth of insight from his experience as an entrepreneur that will aid our clients on many levels,” said LeAnn McCrum, regional director of the NWI SBDC. “His skill set adds another dimension of expertise to our talented team of advisors.”
Serving seven counties in the region, the NWI SBDC offers free assistance for entrepreneurs starting or expanding their businesses. Through one-on-one consulting, the NWI SBDC helps guide small businesses toward their goals by offering referrals, workshops, training opportunities and other essential business tools. It is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Small Business Administration, the State of Indiana and other local partners.
For more information, visit www.nwisbdc.org.