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https://www.sba.gov/success-stories/primary-source-plans-future… Primary Source Plans for the Future Urbandale-based Primary Source remains optimistic as it plans for the future. First established in 1985, owner Mary Anne … community. Its promotional products and awards are staples for trade shows, conferences, events and sales visits. In …
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SBA to Close Two Vermont Business Recovery Centers
https://www.sba.gov/article/2023/09/08/sba-close-two-vermont-business-recovery-centers… BRC in Ludlow to have their questions answered and apply for an SBA disaster loan for physical damage and economic injury. Applicants may apply … Release Date September 8, 2023 Article Type Disaster news release Michael Lampton Email michael.lampton@sba.gov … -
Bare Life, Promoting Good Health
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/bare-life-promoting-good-health… Lyme Disease and a host of co-infections. It took years for Lazowski to piece everything together. In addition to … itself in other ways. While attending support groups for people with cancer and Lyme Disease, Lazowski always … food brand in West Hartford, CT, in September 2018. For Lazowski to meet product demand she needed assistance … -
Homeless Mom Builds a Business and a New Life with SBA Programs
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/homeless-mom-builds-business-new-life-sba-programs… In 2014, Christy negotiated a lease-purchase agreement for building long occupied by a local landmark restaurant. … SBDC. Steve helped her develop a business plan for the building and loan. Christy renovated the space in … now broadcasts the show, providing a multi-state audience for patrons who enjoy Mammy’s recipes. Successful Impact/ … -
Lifelong Entrepreneur Makes the City Pretty with High-end Salon in Lincoln, NE
https://www.sba.gov/success-stories/lifelong-entrepreneur-makes-city-pretty-high-end-salon-lincoln-ne… a second business doing eBay sales, and then I’ve worked for myself since I can remember. Fast forward to 2001, when … 90s and opened a business, so I would come out here and visit him as much as I could. I fell in love with the people … here are very genuine,” Jason says. “I saw a big need for a high-end hair salon in Lincoln. I saw a niche that … -
SBA announces Colorado Small Business Week Winners
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/sba-announces-colorado-small-business-week-winners… year, Colorado was selected as a National Roadshow stop for SBA Administrator, Isabel Guzman, who will be visiting … and Innovation, and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Award for Excellence – Service Category. “During National Small … CO, has been providing a safe, and welcoming environment for youth sports and activities since 2013. Utilizing SBA … -
Investor’s Shot at Pre-Retirement Hobby is Award-Winning Business
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/investors-shot-pre-retirement-hobby-award-winning-business… product…which was whiskey.” Today, it’s not so taxing for fans to enjoy the Hough Family’s aged whiskeys, thanks to … 30,000 gallons in 2024. Hough credits the community for Liberty Pole’s success. “People like to support local … goal is to have them buy the second and third bottle and for that to occur, you have to make a quality product.” Hunt … -
The SBA Celebrates Womens Small Business Pandemic-Partnership Success
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/sba-celebrates-womens-small-business-pandemic-partnership-success… A good book. Some would say it’s a perfect combination for a quiet evening at home during the pandemic. Melissa … maker’s market brewed up sales and marketing opportunities for the area tea maker. Vertosick, owner of Leaf & Twig, … are mothers with young children who said their passion for teas and candles initially started as a hobby and … -
Maine 2024 Small Business Person of the Year, Matt Polstein, New England Outdoor Center
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/maine-2024-small-business-person-year-matt-polstein-new-england-outdoor-center… people from away might only see Maine as the place to visit the coast and get a lobster roll, Mainers and fellow … knew that and built a business out of his passion for Maine’s woods and waters. Matt became a registered Maine … property on Millinocket Lake with cabin rentals and land for recreation. Over the years, the Millinocket property … -
SBA Funding Helped this Seattle Business Transfer Ownership and Continue to Grow
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/sba-funding-helped-seattle-business-transfer-ownership-continue-grow… graduating high school, Debbie worked in the industry for the next 13 years. Originally as a receptionist for a steel company in Tacoma, WA, Debbie learned about the … a new position as a sales representative and during a visit to check in with Metal Shorts, her former employer … -
Bahama Bucks
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/bahama-bucks… to ensure that each flavor becomes a favorite and each visit is a great time, every time. Bahama Buck’s Franchise Corporation is the franchisor for Bahama Buck’s Original Shaved Ice retail dessert stores. The corporation sells franchise development rights for retail stores as well as products to existing retail … -
Onyx Enterprises
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/onyx-enterprises… consulting firms and contractors. Buckles has a passion for the engineering field; specifically solving problems and … the quality control and construction inspection services for the new M-1 Rail line that will connect downtown Detroit … on an MDOT project was the opportunity to pave the way for much more work to come,” said Buckles. She participated … -
Diana Davis - Her Journey of Dedication and Determination
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/diana-davis-her-journey-dedication-determination… Once she started her business, Diana focused on projects for various facility operations and maintenance efforts for the federal government. But success eluded Diana Davis initially and the path to progress for IntegriWard was a long. She spent considerable time on … -
Media Alert
https://www.sba.gov/article/2025/01/24/media-alert… Media Alert FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Strengthening Communities: SBA … For more information or to register for a session, visit Register Now. This event is closed to the media. … 33610 Jan. 30, 2025 12 – 1 p.m. Ruskin Branch Library, 26 Dickman Dr., S.E., Ruskin, FL 33570 6 – 7 p.m. Lakewood … -
DAP Construction Management, LLC
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/dap-construction-management-llc… Alicia reached the rank of Captain in the Army where, for actions during the first Persian Gulf War, she was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor. In civilian life she worked for an 8(a) firm … own. As Alicia puts it, “The SBA changed my life. During a visit in 2009, SBA contracting staff encouraged me to believe … -
SBA Helps Entrepreneur Brew Up Coffee Breaks
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/sba-helps-entrepreneur-brew-coffee-breaks… drinker Lisa Feeney unexpectedly created something special for her small town. “I never intended to start my own … she explained. “I stumbled upon some online tutorials for making espresso-based drinks, became very intrigued and … enthusiasm into small business ownership. It was a stretch for the entrepreneur who had never visited a coffee shop or … -
SBA’s 2025 New Hampshire Home-Based Business of the Year
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/sbas-2025-new-hampshire-home-based-business-year… ‘All Hail Designs’, a bag company fueled by her love for graphic design. However, as her hat designs gained … focus away from bags to hats, laying the foundation for Hurry Slow Hat Co. By 2023, with the guidance of business … MA, connecting with hundreds of buyers, a turning point for Hurry Slow Hat Co., opening doors to new opportunities to … -
Tim Berry
https://www.sba.gov/person/tim-berry… Founder and Chairman of Palo Alto Software and bplans.com , on X as Timberry, blogging at timberry.bplans.com . … Plan Pro and www.liveplan.com and books including his latest, 'Lean Business Planning,' 2015, Motivational Press. Contents of that book are available for web browsing free at leanplan.com. … -
Small Business Owners Share Challenges of Hiring Employees and Gig Workers
https://www.sba.gov/blog/small-business-owners-share-challenges-hiring-employees-gig-workers… all workers in the United States and have been responsible for much of the post-2008 economic recovery through their … and mentoring and trainings services. She is responsible for all branding, marketing, PR, and communication efforts. … add workers hitting the highest level since 1999. SCORE’s latest Megaphone of Main Street Small Business Jobs Report … -
Corporate Social Responsibility: What Your Small Business Needs to Know
https://www.sba.gov/blog/corporate-social-responsibility-what-your-small-business-needs-know… July 6, 2017 Ever wish your small business could do more for the community? Maybe you volunteer as a group or have a … and mentoring and trainings services. She is responsible for all branding, marketing, PR, and communication efforts. … causes that align with their business missions. SCORE’s latest infographic highlights the power of CSR programs in …