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… Still Catering to a Higher Cause In 2012, Mavis Linnemann-Clark opened The Delish Dish, a catering company in Covington, KY. She obtained a Catering … Protection Program (PPP) First and Second Draw forgivable loan. Mavis stated, “We worked with Central Bank & Trust …

… through an inspiring passion for starting and owning a small business that makes this program successful, and I … the knowledge and skills needed to start, run, and grow a small business. The course is part of the entrepreneurial … members, veterans, and military spouses.  Overhauling its  loan program to expand access to capital for veteran-owned …

… Quickly: 5 Simple Steps December 5, 2019 If you operate as a sole proprietorship, it’s important to understand there is … Marco Carbajo SBA Blog Contributor Marco Carbajo is a business credit expert, author, speaker, and founder of the Business Credit Insiders Circle. He is a business credit blogger for Dun and Bradstreet Credibility …

… organic farmer or an app developer, with one employee or a hundred, we can never forget that small businesses are … with goals and values that cannot be calculated just on a profit-and-loss statement. If I have the honor of being … we educate entrepreneurs about things like applying for a loan and developing a business plan. We also work to build …

… without bees, and they need protecting. NH alone has seen a 60% reduction in its bee population, which is what inspires … to experiment on her own.  At the time, she was working as a research and development chemist and began experimenting … to help maintain staffing and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) which provided the working capital needed to …

… work in federal contracting. MedVed Global, Inc., an 8(a)-certified construction company, from Dolores, Colorado has … of the Year. The federal government awarded over $105.7 billion of all federal contracts to small businesses in … Business Development Center, and received an SBA Express Loan in 2005. SBA’s 8(a) Business Development program is a …

… Business Administration In 2019, 50,477 wildfires burned 4.7 million acres in the U.S. , disrupting businesses and … for small business owners in wildfire-prone areas to make a plan to prepare for and deal with the aftermath of a wildfire. The U.S. Small Business Administration can help …

… to small business growth and survival February 4, 2019 As a former small business owner and entrepreneur, I know … on “ How to Find a Business Mentor ” Thursday, February 7 at 3 p.m. ET. Join us and follow along with the hashtag … able to advise women about business financing such as SBA loan programs. If you are interested in selling to the U.S. …

… during Hispanic Heritage Month October 11, 2017 Born to a single mother in Argentina, Lorena Cantarovici says she … four times the size. In 2016, Lorena got an SBA-guaranteed 7(a) loan to open a second storefront. This year, she will open …

… their businesses better than before, create jobs, and, as a result, continue to power the historic economic recovery … Administration.”  This year’s recipients include a small business owner that specializes in refinishing … damages due to the hurricane, obtaining an SBA disaster loan for $2 million to repair and replace the …

… 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Plan to Start a Business October 2, 2018 Starting a business takes planning, making important financial … cards , lines of credit , vendor credit , a business loan, etc. You may find that a combination of these sources …

… Know Before You Go: Dispelling 7 Exporting Myths May 15, 2017 We get it: the idea of … to finance and technical concerns, going global is a challenge. However, it also can be extremely rewarding and … to help small business exporters by providing a number of loan programs specifically designed to help develop or expand …

… well for it to take effect. “Today’s passage of USMCA is a win for American small businesses and the nation’s … dedicated Small and Medium Enterprise chapter, which is a first for any U.S. trade agreement establishes a committee on SME issues comprised of government officials …

… is quick to mention how important the community is to a small business’ success, especially during tough times like … been operating restaurants in Chicago for decades. After a year of working with family, Luis’ father and uncle opened … whole community.” Getting the Paycheck Protection Program loan also helped Luis keep his employees paid during the …

… thing he’s ever done, and he’ll tell you it wasn’t being a Marine – it was starting his small business! Arias served in the Corps for seven years as a heavy equipment mechanic, followed by some time in … to his start-up success was obtaining a guaranteed loan through the SBA that he used for working capital as he …

… The Big Impact If Small Businesses Would Export December 7, 2017 Just about a year ago, I made a career transition and joined the U.S. … to enhance export development; the International Trade Loan that assists entry or expansion into international …

… company Multi Air Services Engineering, Corp as 8(a) Graduate Firm of the Year . The three firms will receive … the 8(a) Program. During the pandemic, he received an SBA loan to continue operations.     After graduating from the … Small Business Week Article ID 23-21 Release Date April 7, 2023 Article Type Archived news release U.S. Small …

… Administration,” said Sen. John Cornyn . “We have heard a lot of wonderful stories about how this government program has actually helped save jobs and saved a part of our culture here in Texas that is unique and … Three Keys Coffee (RRF recipient + community advantage loan), Stephanie Johnson, Founder/CEO, Simmons-Johnson …

… small businesses in President Biden’s Cabinet, signed a Strategic Alliance Memorandum (SAM)-- an authority unique … to the SBA among federal agencies--with President Reuben A. Shelton III, Esq., on behalf of the National Pan-Hellenic … impactful reforms to the Community Advantage (CA) Pilot loan program that prioritizes equitable access to capital for …