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The Sweet Smell of Success
… to combine their chemistry and passion with an executable plan. As many entrepreneurs know, starting a new business can … pandemic can be downright frightening — whether you have a plan and enthusiasm or not. Lauren’s and Kaleigh’s dream … would be imperative for them given the business plan and the environment that we have all been trying to … -
Biden-Harris Administration to Launch New Initiative to Increase Federal Contracting with Small Disadvantaged Businesses
… the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to equity in procurement and delivering against President … guided by Executive Order (EO) 13985 – Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the … on President Biden’s Day One commitment to advancing equity, the new 8(a) MAS Pool in the GSA Multiple Award … -
Disaster/Emergency Tips for Small Businesses
… business property or equipment? Is there an emergency plan for your small business? Does your staff know what to do … , tornadoes , and floods . Develop a communications plan. In the event of an emergency, your staff will need to … round by thinking, developing, and communicating a plan to protect your business. Stay safe! Disaster … Before … -
Lovely Lash Company
… Center of the Dakotas, for help developing a business plan. “You don’t know what you don’t know,” says Brea. “It’s … mentor at VBOC of the Dakotas helped her with a marketing plan and connected her with a team of SBA resource partners … able to reach out to them, whether it be for a business plan, a cashflow plan, am I on the right track, am I looking … -
SBA-backed Financing Fuels Growth with Partner Buyout, Pandemic Relief
… dive in and buy EXB Solutions in 2018. He had been given equity as part of his employment compensation, but still … in 2018, he used an SBA-backed loan to finance the partner equity buy-out. Then in 2020, with the impacts of the … -
Evaluation of Certify.SBA.gov
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SBA Launches $100M Community Navigator Pilot Program
… This new initiative, established by the American Rescue Plan, will leverage a community navigator approach to reach … small businesses with provisions under the American Rescue Plan. Members of Congress met with constituents to discover … the Community Navigator Program in the American Rescue Plan because it will help meet Arizona small businesses right … -
SBA Resources to Help America’s Farmers Markets Grow and Flourish
… Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small businesses can confidently start, grow, … -
Veteran-owned businesses
… are available nationwide. These centers offer business plan workshops, concept assessments, mentorship, and … -
SBA Reaches New Milestone Awarding $7.5 Billion in Shuttered Venue Operators Grants to over 10,000 Venues
… businesses recover from the pandemic, the SBA took swift action to expeditiously process loans for SVOG and get … further funding for the program in the American Rescue Plan, and am so happy that the live entertainment and other … Flight Levelz Entertainment in Hobart, Indiana, added. “I plan to use these funds to invest in future shows and … -
How to Find a Franchise That Fits
… allow you to have the type of flexibility you want. 2. Equity Most of the people I work with don’t mind working … saved by the time you retire, it’s not the same as having equity . But if you own a successful franchise business, … -
Coffee Shop in West Point Keeps Brewing Up Hospitality With PPP Loan from SBA
… and do your due diligence. Know what you want to, make a plan, understand your market, and go for it!” The Center For … partner of the SBA, was instrumental in helping Steed plan the business and get a microloan, and the CFRA Women’s … right,” Lori says. “I helped her with forming her business plan, meeting with her, and utilizing our business plan … -
How to Prepare Your Small Business for the Holidays
… Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small businesses can confidently start, grow, … impact on sales. Be prepared for crowds : You’ll want to plan for an influx of customers by stocking up on inventory. … way of creating an inviting space for shoppers? Share it! Plan an event: There’s no better way to spread a little … -
Small Business Owners Share Challenges of Hiring Employees and Gig Workers
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FACT SHEET: The U.S. Small Business Administration is Delivering Support to America’s Small Businesses, Helping Them Recover from the COVID-19 Pandemic
… the Administration and the SBA have continued to make equity a priority by increasing access to government … implementation of President Biden’s American Rescue Plan (ARP) and other traditional loan programs have helped … nation’s transportation infrastructure. The President’s plan invests an additional $621 billion in transportation … -
ROM 10-05 - Notice of Finding and Recommendation on Recovery Act Loans Disbursed Without the Required Borrower Immigration Certifications
… issuing a notice to lenders was an appropriate course of action and stated that it has drafted an information notice. … DCA agrees that this is an appropriate course of action and has drafted an information notice reminding … -
Start or Grow Your Small Business This Independent Retailer Month
… Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small businesses can confidently start, grow, … you’ve done your market research and written your business plan, you have to ask yourself, “How am I going to fund my … -
Small Business Administration Announces Agency-Wide Reorganization
… efficiency, and results.” Under the reorganization plan, the agency will eliminate approximately 2,700 active … than $435 million annually by FY26. SBA’s reorganization plan will provide for the preservation of public services … -
Miller’s BBQ Baked Beans Expanding Market Footprint & Eyes Canada
… businesses create a three-year strategic growth action plan, she applied. In the early 1990s, Melody and her late … Program with the goal of developing a strategic growth plan. She graduated Emerging Leaders with a plan to test her …