Small Business Development Center

Clovis Pool, Spa, and Patio
Richard and Nicole Hahn
320 W. 21st Street
Clovis, NM

Richard and Nicole Hahn have successfully established a retail service business specializing in swimming pool and spa installation & repair; sales of specialized chemicals for pools and spas; billiard tables and accessories; TuffShed brand storage buildings; and backyard accessories including fireplaces and gazebos.

The Hahn’s decided the best way to complement Richard’s knowledge of swimming pools was to create a backyard extravaganza business for the surrounding communities. Prior to the initial advising session with the SBDC, Richard researched a potential location and surveyed inventory needs and equipment requirements.

After several advising sessions and numerous hours of research, the Hahns presented to Terry Blaschke, a local lender, a detailed Business Proposal. The proposal was approved and today the Hahns continue to enjoy owning a successful business. They have five full time employees. They are contributors to the community and believe in continuous improvement for their entire team.

The Hahns appreciated the SBDC assistance, “We continue to recommend the Small Business Development Center to anyone we know who desires to start a business. As a rule, we tell them the importance of preparing prior to the initial meeting with the SBDC and how they (potential Client) must do their part in completing the plan,” states Nicole Hahn.

“It was a pleasure working with the Hahns because they were eager to accomplish the tasks needed,” stated the SBDC Center Director. The Hahns are a great asset to the Clovis/Portales Microplex.

CCC-SBDC Mission...
"We are committed to providing quality direct assistance, entrepreneurial education, and resource links for potential and existing small business to strengthen the economy of Curry, deBaca, and Roosevelt Counties New Mexico."

What can the SBDC do for you...
We offer business advising, training/education, resource materials & referrals for anyone interested in beginning, improving or expanding a small business.

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The SBDC specializes in individual advising, offering services paid for by the State of New Mexico and Small Business Administration (SBA) in a confidential environment.

Business Start-Up and Acquisition Issues
Sources of capital
Basic bookkeeping/accounting review and training
Computer assistance
Assistance with marketing plans and research
Information about government procurement opportunities
Information and referrals
Business workshops and conferences

Financing Resources
Taxes
Legal Issues
Home-Based Business
E-Commerce
Licenses

For more information, contact...

Small Business Development Center
at Clovis Community College

Dr. Sandra Taylor-Sawyer, Director
Jonnie Loadwick, Marketing Specialist
Gordon Smith, Business Specialist
Dianna Thompson, Administrative Assistant

417 Schepps Boulevard
Clovis, New Mexico 88101-8381
sbdc@clovis.edu
Phone: 575.769.4136
Fax: 575.769.4135

Hours of Operation...
Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12 Noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Or by appointment

Other Links:

Small Business Administration

New Mexico Small Business Development Network

Small Business Resource Center

New Mexico Taxation & Revenue

Internal Revenue Service