Northern Success Stories

After 25 years of service in the Maryland National Guard, Gary Miller began a new mission: launching Sizzlin Pig BBQ in Aberdeen, Maryland. Gary connected with Maryland SBDC consultant Ryan Del Gallo through business training at the Converge Center and soon filed his LLC.

When Andrew Pratt came to the Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC), he had a passion for gaming, technology, and entrepreneurship. With guidance from Maryland SBDC Senior Business Consultant Ryan Del Gallo, Andrew transformed that vision into Ripstop Games LLC, a Maryland technology ...

Bringing quality pediatric care to Harford County has always been Dr. Oyebukola “Dr. O” Oyediran’s vision. With thoughtful planning and support from the Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC), that vision became **Glory Pediatrics**, a new pediatric practice serving families in Belcamp...

The Maryland SBDC in Harford County worked with Watchtower Brewing Co. to provide business and financial consulting throughout the planning and forecasting process, helping them secure an SBA 7(a) loan.

SBDC worked with Caroline to better understand her market using Vertical IQ market research reports, and assisted with establishing her business through sound advice and guidance.

Maura Van Syckle, SBDC consultant in Cecil County, worked with Mr. Kelly to develop a business plan, source market research and assist with the technical aspects of establishing a new business structure in Cecil County Maryland.

Saidel Mayar had a clear vision for Fryday Food Trailer: develop a mobile food business with an appealing menu, competitive prices, reliable operations, and access to communities seeking local food vendors. Turning that concept into an operating business required many decisions. Mayar needed gui...

Here is what Mrs. Belinda had to say about her experience with the SBDC. “Mr. Del Gallo along with Al Henry were instrumental in helping me with my business plan and connecting me to a bank. They were eager to help a small business, like mine. The support and guidance I received forming the visio...

Jennifer and Dan McGrath are the owners of Galvinell Meat Company which has been a staple in the Cecil County, MD community since it was founded in 1967. When the SBDC was called into Galvinell’s in early 2015, owners Jennifer and Dan were feeling overwhelmed with the mounds of work to be done an...

Richard (Rich) Jones and Timothy (Tim) Williams became a client of Al Henry and Ryan Del Gallo at the Small Business Development Center in October of 2015 when they dove into the idea of opening a government contracting based logistics company. When it comes to experience, Rich and Tim do not fal...

When Regina “Gina” Della’s brother, Rich, was struck head-on by a drunk driver in 2002, he was placed in a coma and deemed paralyzed. Although doctors recommended cutting off life-support, Gina refused to give up. Gina spent months researching and investigating recovery methods. Against all odds ...

Edel became a client of Al Henry at the Small Business Development Center in August of 2014 with the vision of purchasing a bridal shop. After weeks of going through the processes of investigating an established business and working closely with Mr. Henry, it was determined that the business in q...

Tamera Rush became a client of Al Henry at the Small Business Development Center in February of 2014 as she became interested in purchasing an existing technology company in Harford County. The company was appealing to Tamera because she had a background in technology with the confidence to grow ...