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Readout of SBA Administrator Guzman’s Attendance at the White House SBA Community Navigator Event
… Readout of SBA Administrator Guzman’s Attendance at the White House … – This week, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman , head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the … in the nation’s small businesses, including the creation of the Community Navigator Pilot Program, which is designed … -
Advisory Memorandum 12-19R: A Non-Manufacturer Rule Waiver Allowed an 8(a) Recovery Act Contract to Bypass Established Small Business Requirements
… . This advisory memorandum is the first in a series of ongoing limited scope audits to review the extent to which … found that one contractor complied with the performance of work requirements, and the other was exempt because of a waiver from the SBA. One contract for $5.4 million was … -
Diana Davis - Her Journey of Dedication and Determination
… Diana Davis - Her Journey of Dedication and Determination Diana Davis began her journey … proposals and managing projects as an employee of another company. During that process she recognized the … IntegriWard, LLC as a recycling services company out of her home. She began with just two employees under contract … -
SBA Announces Makerspace Training, Collaboration and Hiring (MaTCH) Pilot Competition
… Acting Administrator Chris Pilkerton announced the launch of the Makerspace Training, Collaboration and Hiring (MaTCH) … to help increase workforce development in U.S. cities of our nation’s workforce. “In today’s booming economy, our … for qualified workers to fill the increasing amount of positions currently available,” said Acting Administrator … -
Going Global with the United Nations Procurement System
… M. Glaccum is the Associate Administrator for the Office of Manufacturing and Trade at the U.S. Small Business … that the United Nations (UN) represents a global market of over $18.6 billion annually for all types of goods and services? The United Nations Global Marketplace … -
SBA Open Government Plan
… set, the SBA is working to address the most critical needs of the small business community. Report Executive Summary The … Small Business Administration (SBA) acts as a guarantor of small business loans and provides management and technical … that have undergone catastrophes with the intention of rebuilding the devastated economy and community … -
SBA to Offer Workshops on Applying for Women’s Business Center Grants
… (WBC) grant application process. The dates and locations of the workshops will be held in mid-January with more … “We know that when women get help in the early stages of developing their businesses, they are more likely to … process, interested applicants must register and receive a certificate from SAM.gov . The SAM.gov certification process … -
International Construction Expert Puts Down Entrepreneurial Roots in Omaha, Nebraska
… Entrepreneurial Roots in Omaha, Nebraska Mark Santo, owner of Mark VII Enterprises, has been in the construction … But a lunch in June 2010 with a then-employee of SBA’s resource partner the Nebraska Business Development … an entrepreneur – I know what an entrepreneur is made out of, and that’s you.” Santo took the advice and ran with it. … -
SBA Holds National Hearing on Promoting Level Playing Field in Government Contracting
… – Today, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman , head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the … Award Task Order Contracts (MATOCs). “Today’s convening of federal leaders and Regulatory Fairness Board members to hear directly from small business owners is part of our ongoing work to expand access to federal contracting … -
Designing Woman Creates Spaces Across the Country
… Kelly Hunt. “Our goal is to award at least five percent of all federal contracting dollars to women through bidding … to women-owned small businesses, creating thousands of jobs.” Coury switched seats, becoming a client at the … furniture and carpeting, Coury began sharing her decades of expertise in Pennsylvania and throughout the country. She … -
How to Organize Your Small Business Startup Costs
… venture is stressful, demanding and exciting. One of the first steps is to consider your startup costs, or expenses in the beginning phases of entrepreneurship.Startup costs will vary from ind Ijeoma … Development & Education like conferences, trainings, certificate programs Transportation costs like traveling via … -
SBA Announces Empower to Grow, a Revitalization of the 7(j) Training Program to Enhance Small Disadvantaged Business Contract Readiness
… SBA Announces Empower to Grow, a Revitalization of the 7(j) Training Program to Enhance Small Disadvantaged … – Today, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman , head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the … more than 33 million small businesses, announced a slate of major improvements to the implementation of the agency’s … -
8(a) Program and Patience Pays Off for This Contracting Company
… during his 60-year career. Miguel learned the value of hard work and dedication from his father, and this work … a star wide receiver and defensive back for the University of Louisville Cardinals under legendary College and NFL Coach … development is accomplished by providing various forms of management, technical, financial, and procurement … -
Loans
… need. To get an SBA-backed loan: Read on to see the kinds of loans available Enter basic information about what you’re … manage your loan SBA only makes direct loans in the case of businesses and homeowners recovering from a declared … program for providing long-term financing for a variety of purposes. 7(a) loans are delivered by SBA 7(a) lenders. … -
Designing Woman Creates Spaces Across the Country
… Kelly Hunt. “Our goal is to award at least five percent of all federal contracting dollars to women through bidding … to women-owned small businesses, creating thousands of jobs.” Coury switched seats, becoming a client at the … furniture and carpeting, Coury began sharing her decades of expertise in Pennsylvania and throughout the country. She … -
Scape Group, Inc. Keeps Making Dirt Pretty with the Help of SBA’s Covid-19 Relief
… Scape Group, Inc. Keeps Making Dirt Pretty with the Help of SBA’s Covid-19 Relief The pandemic impacted small … working for over three decades in the sourcing departments of corporate giants. After several years consulting in the … Facility specializes in the recycling and remediation of California non-hazardous contaminated soil and liquid. The … -
SBA Dedicates $20 Million to New Small Business Export Growth
… – Today, Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman , head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the … international trade agencies across the country as part of the SBA's State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) . "For … can promote their products and services to over 95% of the world's consumers who live abroad." Since its creation … -
22 Holiday Marketing Ideas for Local Businesses
… season. Rieva Lesonsky Rieva Lesonsky is CEO and President of GrowBiz Media, a media company that helps entrepreneurs … a service business such as a hair salon, there are plenty of opportunities to market your biz for holidays. Here are 22 … as a sidewalk sale. Restaurants can sell small portions of their menu items to attract even more traffic. Hold a … -
SBA Holds Two Workshops on Applying for a Women’s Business Center Grant in West Virginia Feb 19-20, 2020
… is requested. The SBA’s WBC program is a national network of more than 100 locations that offer one-on-one counseling … This may include universities, foundations, chambers of commerce, or economic development institutions. The SBA … process, interested applicants must register and receive a certificate from SAM.gov . The SAM.gov certification process …