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… I took over at the SBA, we have redoubled our efforts to grow small business exports. And I’m pleased to report that we broke records last year, guaranteeing $1.5 … export loans, today we are changing lives and paving the way for countless American small businesses to grow and …

… today announced the recent appointment of Tracy Terrill to serve as Chief Digital Officer, a newly-created position at the SBA. “I'm delighted to announce the appointment of Tracy Terrill as the first … ensuring that the SBA leverages its digital capabilities to effectively serve entrepreneurs and small businesses." “I …

… contracting goal; 5.05 percent or $17.8 billion awarded to Women-Owned Small Businesses; Senior Administration … Cabinet, was joined by Valerie Jarrett, Senior Advisor to the President, Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez (D-NY-07), … opportunities for women-owned businesses, paving the way for new jobs and industries to be created.” Contracting …

… Series Five-city tour offers young people advice and tools to start and grow businesses WASHINGTON – The White House and … with SBA officials, local business advisors and resources to help them start or grow their own small business. “For our … and encouraging business ownership is an important way to meet that goal.” SBA will hold five YES forums that …

… a package of final rules that will revise regulations to strengthen its 8(a) Business Development program to better ensure that the benefits flow to the intended recipients and help prevent waste, fraud and …

… today issued the following statement regarding efforts to ensure continued funding for two key provisions first … and Recovery Act (ARRA) of 2009: “Two key enhancements to SBA’s loan programs – increased guarantees and reduced … Loan Queue. The queue is an efficient and transparent way to ensure that every remaining dollar possible is made …

… SBA Administrator Appoints New Members to National Small Business Development Center Advisory Board … today announced the appointment of six new members to the National Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) Advisory Board.   “We are delighted to welcome new board members who bring with them a strong …

… Program’s Second Round of Funding “The SBA is committed to ensuring the Paycheck Protection Program funding is going to small businesses via a fast and fair process. In part of … round. And, small- and medium-sized lenders lead the way; lending institutions with less than $50 billion in …

… Administrator Jovita Carranza announced changes to help borrowers still paying back SBA loans from previous … borrowers of home and business disaster loans do not have to contact SBA to request deferment. “The SBA is looking at every option and …

… entrepreneurs throughout the 32-county district to participate in a free, seven-month Emerging Leaders … each participating entrepreneur will learn immediate ways to improve their business and will create a three-year strategic growth plan to build a sustainable business of size and scale. Emerging …

… SBA Announces Funding Competition to Organizations Providing Training to Women Veteran Entrepreneurs WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small … “Women veteran entrepreneurs have contributed in a major way to the growth of the U.S. economy, bringing in $10 …

… and celebrations were postponed this year due to the Coronavirus outbreak. “National Small Business Week is a time to recognize the impact entrepreneurs and small businesses … tenacity remain the same as small business owners continue to inspire us in new and meaningful ways.” 2020 winners from …

… SBA and lenders take more steps to improve Paycheck Protection Program WASHINGTON – – Today, … Administration and lenders are taking more strides to improve the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) so that … than $100,000 Reaching rural communities in a meaningful way; 28% of businesses who have received funding this round …

… Growth Accelerator Fund Competition, Debuts SBIR Catalyst to Award over $5 Million in Prizes WASHINGTON – The U.S. … entrepreneurs in research and development (R&D). New to this year’s competition, two tracks will run totaling over … SBIR Catalyst programs are important parts of our efforts to support high-tech, deep-tech startups, by developing a …

… “Across the country, small firms have stepped up to serve their neighbors during these dark times. The … Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, has gone a long way towards helping business owners get back on their feet. … of the Small Business Committee, I’m continuing the work to ensure the interests of small businesses are front and …

… Casillas Guzman’s  priority of rushing relief to the smallest of small businesses and far exceeding … small businesses, increasing the rate of forgiveness to PPP borrowers will have an immediate effect in helping the … small businesses with a streamlined, user-friendly way to apply for forgiveness and receive relief on these …

… place of business in a specific geographic area in order to be awarded any construction contract through the 8(a) Program due to the ongoing challenges of COVID-19.  The moratorium is effective August 25, 2021, and applies to all 8(a) construction contracts offered to the 8(a) …