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Athens Office

Our Athens-based team provides no-cost business consulting services and low-cost educational training programs for local businesses. 

To ensure you’re matched with the right resources for your stage of business, all new client engagements begin through our centralized intake process. This allows us to understand your business goals and connect you with the expertise best suited to your needs—whether in Athens or across our statewide network.

Contact

382 E Broad Street
Athens, GA 30602-5412

Phone: (706) 542-7436
Email: [email protected]

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Athens Team

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Doug Huemme
Area Director
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Carla Turner
Program Assistant
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Madeline Rosa Velez
Business Consultant
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Whit Richardson
Business Consultant

Upcoming Training

Wed
29
April
April 29th @ 10:00 am
Course Number: 0795-001

Unlocking Government Contracts: Federal, State & UGA

UGA Innovation Hub
210 Spring Street
Athens, GA
0.00
During this two-hour class, you will learn how to get your small business in front of federal, state, and UGA buyers. Discover the essential certifications, registrations, and tools needed to access real government contracting opportunities. 
Wed
6
May
May 6th @ 9:00 am
Course Number: 0247-016

Quickbooks Online: Registration Through Reconciliation

UGA Innovation Hub
210 Spring Street
Athens, GA
99.00
In this three-hour workshop, you will gain a clear understanding of accounting principles as they apply to utilizing Quickbooks Online! 
Mon
20
July
July 20th @ 9:30 am
Course Number: 0649-038

Unlocking Capital: An Owner’s Guide to Funding a Small Business

UGA Innovation Hub
210 Spring Street
Athens, GA
0.00
This two-hour workshop will explore various small business funding sources, including the State Small Business Credit Initiative and the financial management best practices that support growth.
Wed
5
August
August 5th @ 9:00 am
Course Number: 0712-002

So, You Want to Sell Your Business?

UGA Innovation Hub
210 Spring Street
Athens, GA
39.00
This 2-hour in-person workshop is designed for business owners who are thinking about selling their business and want to be well prepared so they can maximize the sale price when that day comes.
Thu
6
August
August 6th @ 6:00 pm
Course Number: 0827-001

How to Start a Business in Georgia

UGA Innovation Hub
210 Spring Street
Athens, GA
0.00
This in‑person, 2‑hour workshop helps funnel your business questions into informed decisions and clear next steps for starting a business in Georgia
Wed
16
September
September 16th @ 8:30 am
Course Number: 0488-027

Supervisor Skills for the Modern Manager

UGA Innovation Hub
210 Spring Street
Athens, GA
199.00

During this four-hour workshop, supervisors will learn a variety of management skills to develop a strong work environment.