The Murray State University Small Business Development Center provides free and confidential consulting services and training to existing and prospective businesses in the Murray, KY region to strengthen the local economy. The SBDC assists businesses through services like business and marketing plan development, industry research, feasibility studies, financial analysis, and strategic planning. They also offer an "Economic Gardening" program that provides customized strategic market research, GIS mapping, search engine optimization, and social media marketing assistance to help businesses grow. Contact information is provided for five SBDC staff members.