Entrepreneur Growth Consultant (Grant-Funded)

Southern Arkansas University; Magnolia (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Business Consultant at Southern Arkansas University contributes by offering confidential one-on-one consulting to entrepreneurs and small business owners to support startup, growth, and sustainability. The role emphasizes business planning, financial analysis, marketing strategies, and preparation for capital acquisition.

This is a full-time, grant-funded position with duties including outreach, workshop delivery, and professional representation of the ASBTDC and university in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, marketing, management, or related field required.
• Master’s degree in business or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential, individualized consulting to entrepreneurs and small business owners on business planning, marketing, operations and development.
• Assist clients in preparing business plans, financial projections, loan proposals, and financing documentation.
• Plan and deliver small business training workshops, seminars, or webinars to educate entrepreneurs and increase program awareness.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Financial analysis

Capital acquisition

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, marketing, management, or related field

Master’s degree in business or related field preferred

Job description

The Business Consultant at Southern Arkansas University contributes by offering confidential one-on-one consulting to entrepreneurs and small business owners to support startup, growth, and sustainability. The role emphasizes business planning, financial analysis, marketing strategies, and preparation for capital acquisition.

This is a full-time, grant-funded position with duties including outreach, workshop delivery, and professional representation of the ASBTDC and university in the community.