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8 Tips for Building Your Business Support Network
… 8 Tips for Building Your Business Support Network August 31, 2016 Whether you are just branching out or gearing up for your umpteenth year in business, it never hurts to have a … consultant. She is the Communications Manager for ColorComm, an organization that aims to uplift women of … -
Report 16-15: SBA’s FY 2015 Progress in Reducing Improper Payments
… M-15-02, Appendix C to Circular No. A-123, Requirements for Effective Estimation and Remediation of Improper Payments … risk assessments, published improper payment estimates for all programs and activities identified as susceptible to … the 10 percent threshold; and Sections 7(a) and 504 loan guaranty approvals, Hurricane Sandy disaster relief … -
FACT SHEET: SBA Celebrates National Veterans Small Business Week
… ownership. Biden-Harris Administration and SBA Support for Veteran Entrepreneurs: A new executive order to support … focused on veteran small businesses. Overhauling our loan programs to expand access to capital for veteran-owned small businesses and other small business … -
Readout of SBA Deputy Administrator Dilawar Syed’s Visit to Salt Lake City
… Dilawar Syed, traveled to Salt Lake City, Utah for engagements with local entrepreneurs, small business … SBA’s efforts to increase access to loans and resources for underserved communities, including Muslim small business … Deputy Administrator Syed visited Westminster University for meetings with university leaders, faculty, and students … -
Audit Report 8-03: Audit of SBA’s FY 2007 Financial Statements
… that SBA’s consolidated financial statements as of and for the years ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, were … software program changes, and end user computing. For example, the auditor found that: (1) there were not … settings, and (2) the configuration baselines for the Loan Accounting System (LAS) did not contain a date … -
NetSoft Success Story
… course, which gives entrepreneurs tools and strategies for their growing business. He used an SBA loan program in 2019 to buy out his business partner and … what advice he would give up-and-coming businesses looking for SBA assistance he said, “I would reiterate it is an … -
SBA Awards $5 Million in PRIME Grants to Help Emerging Micro-entrepreneurs Gain Access to Capital
… from the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Program for Investment in Micro-Entrepreneurs, or more commonly known … contributions. In total, over 130 organizations applied for PRIME grants for 2019. PRIME was created by Congress as part of the … -
Tips for Enhancing Your Veteran-Owned Small Business
… Tips for Enhancing Your Veteran-Owned Small Business June 30, 2020 … Stubblefield serves as Deputy Associate Administrator for the Office of Government Contracting and Business … (SBA) thanks our service members and veterans for their dedication to our Nation’s values and their … -
Got Juice Mama Nature’s Juice and Salad Bar
… decided to become a vegan herself and saw the benefits for her and her children. Along the way, she decided to sell … service to storefront located in Ridgeland, MS known for its fresh pressed juice. They provide juices, smoothies, … business. Williams and McElroy were able to obtain an SBA loan to financial the business and purchase the new … -
A Landscape Growing Success, NYS Small Business Person of the Year
… At age 10, Josh Schmieder began mowing lawns to save money for an ATV. After a few summers and saving for a truck, at 16, he created JOSH Landscape, put … areas. In 2011, Josh secured an SBA 504 loan to purchase a large vacant commercial … -
Woodworker artisan shares passion with novices and fishermen
… Weekend . He was incorporating woodworking and his love for design and relationship building at the same time growing … major recurring contract with the outdoor retailer, Orvis, for the custom fly boxes he makes. He recently expanded into … new studio and also started making custom fly rod carriers for Orvis. "I love going to work every day. The opportunity … -
SBA Administrator Guzman Celebrates National Veterans Small Business Week
… (SBA) and the voice in President Biden’s Cabinet for more than 34 million small businesses … going further than ever to enhance and expand our support for veterans, particularly in rural and underserved areas – … spouse entrepreneurs learn how to write a strong business loan application and hear tips directly from lenders. … -
From Backyard to Brick and Mortar: BBQ Business Uses SBA Resources Every Step of the Way
… Business Uses SBA Resources Every Step of the Way The idea for Cincinnati-based barbecue business Sweets and Meats began … with a smoker, $500 in capital and a volunteer work force. For the first 18 months, the business did not have a payroll. … building and, in 2018, she secured an SBA-guaranteed loan to buy restaurant equipment and a new generator for her … -
St. Louis Investment Firm Named Small Business Investment Company of the Year
… Eagle, along with other national winners and finalists for the National Small Business Person of the Year, have been … stable cash flow and profitability, and positive outlooks for sustainable margins, profitability and growth. The SBIC … 1963, the president has issued a proclamation calling for the celebration of National Small Business Week. This … -
Against All Odds, Selma Business Owner Finds Success through Perseverance and is Nationally Recognized as the SBA 2023 Alabama Small Business of the Year
… the University of Alabama. Upon graduation, the search for employment was difficult given his disability, however he … full-time employees provide accounting and tax services for local small businesses, churches, and nearly 400 … take advantage of SBA’s COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan and keep his business operating. Additionally, his … -
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Executive Order Plan: Improving Agency Disclosure of Information
… Introduction Agency FOIA Operations Areas Selected for Review FOIA Case Processing FOIA Training Narrative … Administrative Appeal Rights Suggestions from SBA Office for Improved FOIA Processing FOIA Training Use of the FOIA … Many FOIA requests received by SBA pertain to voluminous loan and contract files that require lengthy and detailed … -
Seattle Founder Finds Success by Focusing on the Team She Leads
… metropolitan area. After hiring several cleaning companies for extra help during her pregnancy, McDowell recognized an … appreciated and team members felt valued and recognized for their contributions. McDowell initially launched her … offices, warehouse, and staff kitchen, has created jobs for 46 team members, and is on track to exceed $3 million in … -
THURSDAY: SBA Administrator to Visit Columbus for Small Business Tour & Deliver Remarks at Local Digital Alliance Event
… THURSDAY: SBA Administrator to Visit Columbus for Small Business Tour & Deliver Remarks at Local Digital … U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice for America’s 32.5 million small businesses in President … to start and expand their e-commerce business to scale for success. During the event, Administrator Guzman will …