BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Central Oregon Community College’s Jim Wilcox, small business advisor and program director of the college’s Small Business Development Center, was recently named Oregon’s “State Star” for outstanding service by the state office of the national SBDC network.
Wilcox will be honored in September at the association’s national conference in San Diego.
“The impact you’ve had on the business owners you’ve helped is commendable,” said Mark Gregory, director of the Oregon SBDC network, in announcing the Wilcox award. “Your 22 years of service to Oregon businesses is truly remarkable.”
To date, Wilcox has assisted and advised 859 small business clients, started 29 small businesses and helped create 600 jobs, and worked with business owners to secure $39,106,622 in loans and business expansion capital, according to the organization’s records.
With a background in management, business ownership and human resources, Wilcox has extensive experience in managing the day-to-day business operations of small businesses. He holds a Master of Business Administration from Portland State University.
COCC’s SBDC, part of the college’s Center for Business, Industry, and Professional Development, offers free business advice, small business resources and support, and many classes and trainings for entrepreneurs and startups. Visit cocc.edu/sbdc to learn more.
