FROM: HERB CORK, MANAGEMENT AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS OR
      BUSINESS/TECHNOLOGY CENTER  (540) 231-2730 FAX: (540) 231-3922
 
Breck: Did I send the original note to the proper location for your entry revie
w or is this the proper method? Herb
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FROM: HERB CORK, MANAGEMENT AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS OR
      BUSINESS/TECHNOLOGY CENTER  (540) 231-2730 FAX: (540) 231-3922
Subject: A search for a better Economic Assistance Model
At our school we have a broad number of activities seeking to further economic
development in the state. Specifically, the Pamplin College of Business in
involved with : International marketing programs utilizing Graduate students,
the Small Business Institute (yes, it continues without the SBA $) utilizing
undergraduate students, A Business/Technology Center providing consulting
assistance to High Tech Companies (utilizing both faculty and outside
consultants), a Continuing Education Program primarily focusing on closed
enrollment products for client companies and a local Score operation. Once upon
a time there even was an SBDC!.
 
We are pondering a restructure to bring these elements together to increase
effectiveness and reduce redundant administrative effort. Your thoughts and
success stories would be helpful. Thanks        Herb Cork