Sandra Martell

CVOEO Micro Business Development Program

The Micro Business Development Program provides technical assistance and training to low to moderate income Vermonters who own or intend to start a small business. We provide free one-on-one business counseling for our clients. Business development counseling involves issues related to getting started, creating a business plan, creating marketing plans and finding funding. In recent years, MBDP has expanded its services to include personal financial classes and asset development strategies for all low-moderate income Vermonters, while still providing small businesses counseling and services. MBDP is a statewide program administered by Vermont's five Community Action Agencies. The Micro Business Development Program of CVOEO serves the Champlain Valley counties of Addison, Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle. Counselors are available to meet with clients in Burlington, Middlebury and St. Albans. All of our services are free to low-to-moderate income Vermonters Phone: 802-860-1417