Merrimack Valley Small Business Center (MVSBC)

The Merrimack Valley Small Business Center supports enterprises and businesses of all sizes, through specialized training, coaching and resource referral.  As an SBA Microlender, the MVSBC also enables small business to launch and reach growth goals, by providing low-interest commercial loans with flexible terms.

The Director of the MVSBC, Franky Descoteaux, specializes in helping entrepreneurs build appropriate business models, complete business plans and design operations plans that allow for effective business management.  She also coaches in the areas of mission development, holistic value statement creation and educates on bringing your mission, vision and personal values into your business design and operations.

KellyAnne Mello is a Financial Coach and specializes in the intersection between personal finaces and business finances.  She is also an SBA underwriter and can guide people on the loan application process.  Additional resources are available to support all stages of business development from ideation to exit.