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A-4 Wednesday, September 28, 2022 The Press-Dispatch No and low-cost resources available for businesses and individuals in Pike County By Jill Hyneman Correspondent news@pressdispatch.net Businesses and individu- als recently came together to learn about the no- and low- cost resources available from organizations like Pike Coun- ty Economic Development Corporation (EDC). Pike County Chamber of Commerce, the Southwest In- diana Small Business Develop- ment Center (SBDC), Elevate Ventures and other partners met Thursday, September 15 at the Elmer Buchta Tech Center in Petersburg. Bridget Butcher, Program Coordinator with the Elmer Buchta Tech Center, orches- trated the event by assembling a group of passionate people with business resources to let area businesses know what re- sources are available to them. "The event was a wonderful success, in that some of our lo- cal residents as well as fellow regional Hoosiers were able to learn, connect and network with the audience, as well as those individuals who came representing their business or state organization," Butcher said. Ashley Willis, the Executive Director of the Pike County EDC was on hand to speak about business attraction and business expansion in Pike County. Jill Hyneman, Pike County Chamber of Commerce Ex- ecutive Director, shared infor- mation on what the Chamber has to offer, such as network- ing, training, and promotions. Brooke Goble, County Di- rector of the Pike County Purdue Extension, spoke on agriculture resources and community development pro- grams like the Pike County Leadership Program and more. "It was a great opportunity to get out information about your organization and hear about other resources avail- able to Pike County," Goble said. Kristi Dischinger, Pike County Administrator, joined the group to speak on one of the county's best kept secrets: The Revolving Loan Fund. With these funds, if you do not qualify for your standard bank loan, the county can then help you start your business or ex- pand your business with these the revolving loan funds. Dominic Poggi, the Re- gional Director for Southwest Small Business Development Center (SSBDC) addressed participants about the SSBDC free one-on-one advising op- portunities they offer to new or small businesses. Angie Sheppard, a Business Ser vices and Communications Specialist from Southwest Workforce Development, ad- vised on the resources they have for job seekers and em- ployer support, with many training opportunities. Eric Steele from Elevate Ventures, informed the group about investment opportu- nities and resources for po- tential high growth entrepre- neurs. Guest speaker Jim Hadd- an,with Southwest Procure- ment Technical Assistance, (SPTA), spoke of how his organization offers no-cost counseling for government contracts. SPTA also helps businesses gain certificates like woman-owned and veter- an-owned designations. Ser vice Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) men- tor Phyllis Truwas was also on hand to speak about their large network of mentors that offer free confidential busi- ness advice. According to Tru- was, they have approximately 10,000 volunteers and 252 chapters, with expertise in all areas of business. Butcher also spoke on the Tech Center being more than just a maker's space and co-working space, but a place for education, training and networking. If you were unable to attend the Business Resource Round- up, Butcher recorded the pro- gram for those interested in learning more. Butcher can be reached at Bridget@buchtatech.com if you are interested in the re- corded version. Businesses and individuals recently came together to learn about the no and low-cost resources available from organizations like Pike County Economic Development Corporation (EDC). Pike County Chamber of Commerce, the Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Elevate Ventures and other partners met on Thursday, September 15, at the Elmer Buchta Tech Center in Petersburg. Petersburg will flush hydrants on Oct. 3-5 Petersburg city ser vices will be flushing hydrants in Petersburg beginning on Monday, Oct. 3 and r un- ning through Wednesday, Oct. 5. Often this causes a discolor- ation of the water as sediment in the pipes gets stirred up and washed out of the system. City officials said the water is safe to drink, but residents should avoid washing light-colored clothing on these days. Come Enjoy Coffee with a Cop Saturday Petersburg Police will be available to chat with the community for a Cof fee With a Cop event, at Ran- dy's Americana Cafe, Sat- urday, October 1, from 8-10 a.m. This is a chance for the community to come togeth- er with your local police force to talk about concerns or questions you may have. Harold is a retired campus minister of thirty-four years and has taught college and seminary classes in the field of apologetics, philosophy, ethics and logic. He is currently a board member of the Christian Restoration Association, the Director of the Christian Bible Institute at the CRA , and a columnist for the CRA publication. Harold, along with his parents and brothers were members at First Christian Church in the 1970s. 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