Joplin, MO – Two team members from the Small Business Development Center at Missouri Southern State University were recently recognized for their efforts at the University of Missouri’s Extension Business Development Program annual conference.
Katie Fields, a consultant for SBDC, was named one of the top six members for the most training sessions held. The organization also named her one of two rookies of the year; the award recognizes the achievements and professionalism of SBDC team members during their first two years.
Ken Surbrugg, director of Missouri Southern’s Center for Entrepreneurship, was among four SBDC members honored for the highest satisfaction of their clients.
Overall, Missouri Southern’s SBDC program received the Overall Performance Center Award, which recognizes programs that offer creative approaches to serving customers, building relationships with stakeholders, and working to strengthen Missouri SBDC’s presence in their region.
The Missouri SBDC at Missouri Southern is part of a national network of SBDC programs and is affiliated with and sponsored by the Robert W. Plaster College of Business. It has been providing training to area business owners, managers and employees since 1987. It offers free personalized advice to for-profit small businesses in the area, whether existing businesses or start-ups. .
For more information visit www.mssutraining.com or call 417-625-3128
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