Muncie, IN – Ted Baker, Executive Director of the East Central Indiana Region of the Indiana Small Business Development Center, has been recognized for achieving membership in the “Five Million Dollar Club” of the ISBDC.  Mr. Baker received the recognition for assisting his clients throughout the region obtain over $5 million in capital during 2009.  “East Central Indiana is very fortunate to have a strong base of excellent small business owners and entrepreneurs,” commented Mr. Baker.  “Even with the downturn of the economy, opportunities remain to start and grow businesses.  It is a privilege to guide these individuals through the business start up process and to help existing businesses review and revise their current plans and strategies.  Our region also has great financial institutions that are still making quality loans to businesses with solid business plans and strong credit.  The East Central Indiana Small Business Development Center works daily to match potential business owners and current business owners to banks and lending institutions.  Truly, it is an exciting time to be in business.”

About the Indiana Small Business Development Corporation

The Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC) network has been serving small businesses and entrepreneurs since 1985, providing expert training, counsel and networking assistance to Indiana business owners and people wanting to start a business.  Hosted by Ivy Tech Community College, ISBDC consulting services are offered free of charge to start ups, new businesses, existing businesses and people with a good idea for a business.  From business feasibility studies, business plan development, strategic planning and how to secure financing, the ISBDC has an array of professional services for specific needs.  The East Central Indiana ISBDC region serves eleven area counties: Blackford, Delaware, Fayette, Grant, Henry, Jay, Madison, Randolph, Rush, Union and Wayne.  The ECI regional ISBDC offices can be contacted by phone: (toll-free) 1.866.596.7232); 765.282.9950; or by email to eastcentral@isbdc.org.

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Tom Farris
P.O. Box 1912
Muncie, IN 47308-1912

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