Miami Valley Small Business Development Center

If you are small business, or if you are starting a new business, see Mark Lankford. He is incredibly knowledgeable, genuinely cares, and he takes the time to help every step of the way. Owning a business can be an extremely stressful and intense endeavor. I couldn’t do it alone. Mark showed me his process and I can genuinely say he is an invaluable asset for business owners.

I've been to two SBDC groups, but the one in Dayton has been the most helpful for me and my business. Great seminars! I've had the pleasure of working with Mark Lankford - a former business owner using his decade plus of experience to help other business owners. He is amazing and I recommend working with him 100%!

I met Mark Lankford through a local business networking group several years ago. I have always known him to be knowledgeable and professional. When I told Mark about a business idea he patiently talked through the project with me and we began the process of developing my business plan. I highly recommend Mark Lankford to anyone serious about becoming an entrepreneur.

I had some clients that started their own business and struggled with typical growing pains. They got in touch with Mark Lankford and he was able to provide direction and resources that helped them tremendously. He's the best deal in town because it costs you nothing!

Kim Petro helped me transition my bookkeeping from a frustrating free platform to QuickBooks Online. She was non-judgemental and patient with me through the entire 3-month process. Kim is reliable and always showed up for our appointments on time. She’s also very knowledgeable and an excellent teacher. She ensured I understood each process and followed the correct workflows. Kim is still a resource for me and is available to answer my questions. Thanks, Kim!

Mark Lankford has been a God send my myself and my business. He is amazing at meeting you at your knowledge level and explaining things in a way that's easy to understand!

Yea I called the center and I was asking to get a advisor and the woman on the phone was rude. She would give very vague information and was no help then she hung up on me.....all wanted to know was what I have to do to start my own business.