Become a Galveston County SBDC Client
The Galveston County Small Business Development Center provides no-cost, confidential business advising delivered by knowledgeable professionals with experience across diverse industries. Advising staff support entrepreneurs and small business owners at every stage of the business life cycle and provide guidance on planning, financing, marketing, and operations while serving Galveston County.
Director
Amy Reid
Director
Small business owner with 20 years of advising experience in marketing, strategic planning, AI adoption, human resources, and access to funding resources.
Business Advisor
Ruchi Gupta
Business Advisor
Trilingual Hindi and Marathi-speaking digital transformation and business strategy advisor, assisting businesses with AI adoption, international trade, marketing, product commercialization, and solutions to help entrepreneurs succeed.
Program Manager
Darcie Culp
Program Manager
Program management and marketing professional supporting entrepreneurs and small business growth.
In-Person Events
Gain new business knowledge and skills through interactive, in-person training sessions covering a wide range of small business topics.
Live Webinars
Register for free, live webinars and learn practical business strategies taught by experienced professionals and subject-matter experts.
Recorded Webinars
Access on-demand webinars anytime to explore key business topics at your own pace and revisit expert insights when it’s convenient for you.
Success Story: Mr. Washy’s Washateria
Entrepreneur John Lausch partnered with the Galveston County SBDC to launch Mr. Washy’s Washateria in Santa Fe, Texas. With guidance from advisor Amy Reid on lease negotiations, financial planning and funding strategy, he developed a modern laundromat designed to better serve local families. The business introduced innovative services such as app-based laundry pickup and delivery, creating jobs while providing a convenient new option for the community.
Delivering Results That Matter
We support small businesses- and it shows. Our work drives measurable community impact.
Galveston SBDC 2025 Impact Data
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Address:
319 East Galveston St., Suite A
League City, TX 77573
(409) 933-1414
gcsbdc@central.uh.edu
