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… U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small businesses can confidently … overview of business plan approaches and includes examples in both traditional and lean startup formats. Free SCORE … host informative, topical workshops and webinars, both in-person and online, for small business owners. SBA resource …

… Three years ago, Sun Dragon Art & Fiber opened its doors in Brevard, North Carolina with Rebecca Smith at the helm of … 500 square-foot, woman-owned yarn and art supply store.   In 2016, Smith was contemplating the next step in her life after deciding she was ready for a change after teaching in private schools for 18 years. …

… for South Florida Young Entrepreneur Born and raised in the Dominican Republic, Mari Rubio moved to Miami in 2009 so she could turn her passion for cooking into a reality. After completing a six-month internship in Southern Italy and graduating from Johnson & Wales …

… Jess to join him. They opened their first retail location in 2018 and sales took off.  Sam McDaniel joined the team in 2019. To manage their growth, they consulted with the … team using SBA COVID EIDL and PPP loans to help manage the change.  Growth has continued thanks to online and wholesale …

… on the registration page. Locations are subject to change, so check the page regularly for updates. Please note … locations have limited space, so we encourage registration in advance to reserve a spot. If experiencing any issues with …

… WASHINGTON —  Following her confirmation and swearing-in as the 28th Administrator of the  U.S. Small Business … with bureaucracy – with its programs becoming mired in fraud, waste, and abuse,” SBA Administrator Loeffler … President Trump’s America First Agenda Promoting “Made in America” with U.S. manufacturing: The vast majority of …

… by OIG. The status of each recommendation is subject to change as we independently review SBA’s ongoing …

… U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small businesses can confidently … and U.S. territories. These individuals play a vital role in driving economic growth, fostering innovation, and … 35% of overall sales and directly support over 30 jobs.  In addition to the national winner, SBA recognizes …

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… U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small businesses can confidently … 2025 is almost here! We’re celebrating small businesses in big ways, including the can’t-miss NSBW Virtual Summit . …

… ground up.  Since she started DAP Construction Management in 2009, it has earned over $40 million in revenues through general construction services and … across 14 states. Alicia reached the rank of Captain in the Army where, for actions during the first Persian Gulf …

… Micro-Enterprise Business of the Year Fencing the Future in the Granite State Before founding Lincoln Fencing LLC in 2020, Bret Lincoln had over 30 years of experience as an … Lincoln Fencing with his nephew Ben. This marked a big change from hospitality to construction, combining his …

… Report to determine whether the SBA made PPP loans in accordance with program size standards. Report 25-14 The … (SBA) made Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans in accordance with program size standards. This is a … Our objective was to determine whether PPP loans were made in accordance with program size standards. We reviewed 64 of …

… has been relieved of duty, pleaded guilty to wire fraud in connection with fraudulent applications for two Paycheck … totaling over $200,000. Liptrot entered his guilty plea in Miami before U.S. District Judge Beth Bloom. According to the facts admitted at the change of plea hearing, Liptrot, along with being an MPD …

… He is a transformational leader with extensive experience in strategic planning, change management, and public affairs. Prior to this … Mr. Woodel served as the SBA district director in Columbus, Ohio, for six years, overseeing programs that …

… that’s what was important to me as I started out.” Based in Burlington, Massachusetts – Transcend Maintenance … public sector clients across the state.   Diana started in the cleaning industry as a custodian in the 1980’s and worked her way up employed in commercial …

… Franchise King®, Joel Libava, is an author and a franchise ownership advisor. He teaches people how to find, choose, research, and buy a franchise in the safest way possible. His information-packed blog,  The Franchise King Blog , is the longest-running blog in franchising. … Joel Libava …

… for the Office of Small Business Development Centers.  In this role he leads the Small Business Development Center … has nearly 25 years of experience at the SBA, serving in a variety of leadership roles including serving as the … Assistant Administrator for the Office of Women’s Business Ownership (2010 – 2018), Deputy Associate Administrator for …

… of the U.S. Small Business Administration and served in President Biden’s Cabinet as the leading advocate for … life’s work. Growing up, she worked alongside her father in his chain of veterinary hospitals, an experience that … in paving their way to the American Dream of business ownership. She served as SBA’s Deputy Chief of Staff in the …

… the author of Become a Franchise Owner! and is a franchise ownership advisor. Read more about Joel Libava Before I share … forward with the franchise opportunity you’re interested in. The transition I’m referring to is from employee to … franchise business. It’s part of what you’re paying for. In essence, by the time you’re done with training, you’ll …