Michele Abraham

The university of at institute for economic development (UTSA IED), established in 1979 and located at One Riverwalk Place, is a comprehensive economic development organization dedicated to fostering business growth, entrepreneurship, and community advancement locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally. The private company is located in the US. Administered within UTSA’s Division of Research, Economic Development and Knowledge Enterprise, the institute offers professional business advising, technical training, research, market analysis, and strategic planning services. It supports startups, established business owners, and community leaders, engaging students annually through internships and collaborative initiatives. The institute encompasses multiple specialized centers and programs, including the South-West Small Business Development Center Network (TXSBDC), the UTSA SBDC International Trade Center, the SBDC Technology Commercialization Center, and the UTSA SBDC Center for Government Contracting. Additionally, the Southwest Trade Adjustment Assistance Center provides management consulting to firms impacted by foreign competition. The institute collaborates with federal and state agencies, financial institutions, and chambers of commerce, and provides accommodations for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency upon request.