Business Training & Development Institute

Two people in a professional AI training session — a Black woman instructor and one diverse student, sitting together at a modern workstation with laptops open, engaged in a focused one-on-one coaching moment. Professional office environment, warm lighting, natural and candid feel.

Services

BTDI’s core services include entrepreneurship training, one-on-one technical assistance, and broader business development support, helping Northwest Indiana entrepreneurs plan, launch, and strengthen businesses with clear financials, effective marketing, and practical operations strategies.

Entrepreneurship Training

Structured, step-by-step courses that walk aspiring entrepreneurs through business planning, financials, marketing, and operations — translating real-world experience into practical, actionable knowledge.

One-on-One Technical Assistance

Individualized sessions with a business advisor to work through specific challenges — from refining your pricing model to preparing for capital access or your first major contract.

Business Development Support

Broader support for existing businesses ready to grow — including contracting readiness, operations strengthening, revenue strategy, and long-term sustainability planning.

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Reach out to learn which program is the right fit for where you are in your business journey.