About the SBDC

Small Business Development Center - A Member of the Georgia SBDC Network

	Home Continuing Education Small Business Links Small Business Documents Frequently Asked Questions Directions Contact Us		Meet Our Consultants Bernard J. Meineke, Area Director B.B.A. in Finance, University of Iowa M.B.A. in Finance, Emory University Mr. Meineke held management positions in insurance, retail, and wholesale businesses prior to joining The Georgia SBDC Network in 1993. In seven years as vice president and general manager of a start-up wholesale distribution company, he led efforts in finance, marketing, and operations for this rapidly growing business. His specialties include financial forecasting, cash flow management, loan packaging, and creative financing. Mr. Meineke received the Georgia SBDC Network's 1999 Consultant of the Year award for excellence in business consulting. Edward (Ted) D. Beveridge, Business Consultant B.A. Economics, State University of New York at Buffalo M.B.A. Finance & Accounting, Vanderbilt University Mr. Beveridge spent six years as a successful small business owner prior to joining the Georgia SBDC Network. He has experience in every facet of small business operations and has developed specific expertise in the food and retail sectors. Mr. Beveridge also spent several years in corporate financial roles and is well-versed in quantitative functions like budgeting, financial planning, pricing, and cash-flow forecasting. Additionally, he spent four years conducting search-and-rescue operations in the United States Coast Guard. PeterJ. Rassel, Business Consultant B.A. in Asian Studies, University of Michigan M.S. in Marketing, Georgia State University Mr. Rassel is an experienced business consultant with specialties in marketing, market research, loan assistance and government procurement. He is the project manager and certified facilitator for GSU SBDC's FastTrac® program, an award winning training program for entrepreneurs. Mr. Rassel is also certified as an Economic Development Finance Professional by the National Development Council. Erica W. Bracey, Business Consultant B.S. in Business Administration, SUNY Albany M.B.A. in Marketing, Georgia State University Ms. Bracey's professional background includes business management and marketing positions within retail, academia, e-commerce and banking. As an entrepreneur, she has ongoing experience in the areas of real estate, public relations, event planning and special events. While attending GSU, Ms. Bracey was a recipient of the Marketing Award for Excellence. In addition, she is a member of the National Black MBA Association, South Fulton County Chamber of Commerce, GMSDC and GSU Alumni Association.