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… process.  Administrator Guzman started the day hosting a roundtable alongside U.S. Senator Ben Cardin, Congressman … facing.  The leaders then joined Administrator Guzman for a tour of an SBA Business Recovery Center and spoke with … the bridge collapse. Later in the afternoon, they joined a press conference with Maryland Governor Wes Moore, where …

… the 2024 National Small Business Person of the Year and a runner-up. The press is invited to attend all events and … ET: Pre-Awards Ceremony, Fireside Chat, and Dinner 7:35-8:30 p.m. ET: Awards Ceremony Press arrival time is between … Dwight D. Eisenhower Award for Excellence - Construction 8(a) Graduate Firm of the Year SBA T.H.R.I.V.E. Cohort of the …

… Biden-Harris Administration’s economic agenda is fueling a diverse wave of entrepreneurship nationwide.  In the … City Councilmember Francisco Moya in at Kafra’s Bakery, a Latino-owned bakery in Jackson Heights that is part of the … start, grow, or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an …

… Guzman first visited Hiraya Cafe and Restaurant, a Filipino eatery that opened in fall 2023. There, … Administrator Guzman then traveled to Malai, a South Asian inspired ice cream shop that opened its first … founder and owner Pooja Bavishi about her experience as a first-generation Indian-American entrepreneur and sampled …

… at several local small businesses housed within Brewhalla, a local event center, market, and hotel. Following her … Administrator Guzman traveled to Red E Engineering, a nearby manufacturing company, where she highlighted … Biden-Harris Administration, the nation is experiencing a Small Business Boom with more than  18 million new business …

… On Monday, Administrator Guzman participated in a fireside chat at the Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC) … ownership. Later, the Administrator participated in a small business roundtable hosted by the Puerto Rico … Puerto Rica’s exporting economy. The SBA then signed a strategic alliance memorandum with Hecho en Puerto Rico to …

… investments in community energy projects and to introduce a new SBA initiative to attract additional private capital to … In the morning, Administrator Guzman toured Team Sunshine, a local solar, roofing, and HVAC installation company that … Act. Administrator Guzman then traveled to Indigo Block, a mixed-income housing development in Dorchester, …

… to meet with disaster-impacted community members, visit a local small business, and participate in a fireside chat at Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority’s 60th … Guzman also visited Slayed Creationz Hair Studio, a Black-owned business which received SBA support in the wake …

… year. For more information on the SBA’s PRIME grants and a list of this year’s grantees, visit  … to start, grow or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an …

… Administrator Guzman visited People Trust Headquarters, a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that … his journey to success. Administrator Guzman then received a tour of Rock It! Lab where she met with local Black … a service-disabled veteran, is enrolled in the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development program. Administrator Guzman then …

… than 33 million small businesses, announced that SBA 7(a) lenders may now accept applications for the SBA’s  newly-announced 7(a) Working Capital Pilot (WCP) Program. “Small businesses … and increased small dollar lending over the past three and a half years – now, we are strengthening loan offerings …

… Economic Summit ORANGE COUNTY – On Thursday, Aug. 8,  Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman , head of the  U.S. … the WHIAANHPI Economic Summit where they participated in a fireside chat moderated by Erika Moritsugu, Deputy … Ambassador Tai visited Mercado González Northgate Market, a newly opened Mexican food hall with over 20 food stalls and …

… America’s more than 34 million small businesses, announced a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the SBA and … inclusive economies for both nations. The agreement places a particular focus on integrating small businesses into the … The two parties also agreed to explore developing a “Business Matching Digital Platform” to boost business …

… The Administrator also met with women entrepreneurs at a Self-Employed Women’s Association (SEWA) Bharat center, a network of women-led organizations that works across India … women-owned businesses. Administrator Guzman held a meeting with Nivruti Rai, Managing Director and CEO of …

… morning, Administrator Guzman visited McMorran Lawn for a tour and meeting with two small business owners, Rodney … Month, Administrator Guzman wrapped up her Iowa visit with a trip to Blk & Bold Specialty Beverages, the first … Pernell Cezar and Rod Johnson gave the Administrator a tour of the facility, shared their business journal, and …

… network of Veterans Business Outreach Centers has been a top priority of the Biden-Harris Administration as we work … Transition Assistance Program. Grants will support a range of services, including: Business planning: Providing … the U.S. Virgin Islands For more information or to find a VBOC near you, visit  www.sba.gov/vboc . To learn more …

… of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), will meet for a fireside chat on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 1:30 ET. The two … start, grow, or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an …

… and lenders alike. The SBA’s new actions will play a key role in this Administration’s efforts to fill capital … to become more energy efficient or seeking to start a thriving business in an underserved community, these SBA … Lending Companies (CA SBLCs) and make small business 7(a) loans with SBA backing. Leveraging the SBA’s 7(a) loan …

… the SBA and FTC are helping small businesses compete on a level playing field with large businesses. “Under the … market opportunity, and discussions like today’s are a crucial part of our continued work together to prioritize … if the rule goes into effect, the FTC estimates that 8,500 new businesses would be started every year. The …

… Business Administration, we’re particularly proud to shine a spotlight on the Latino community’s unrelenting … grew up in, the American dream is an entrepreneurial one. A dream of economic prosperity, freedom, and hope. This month … month, the SBA is committed to helping make that dream a reality for all.”  Watch the video statement . Each year …