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https://www.sba.gov/article/2016/apr/28/sba-releases-fy2015-small-business-procurement-scorecard-marking-federal-agencies-contracting… prime contracting goal for the third year in a row, with the federal government receiving an “A” for its … explanation of the scorecard methodology, is available online: … a detailed explanation of the calculations, is available online at http://go.usa.gov/Nxxd . National Small Business …
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Administrator Guzman Announces Path Forward for Veteran Small Business Certification Program
https://www.sba.gov/article/2022/nov/03/administrator-guzman-announces-path-forward-veteran-small-business-certification-program… our nation’s veteran business owners as we move forward with transitioning this certification from the Department of … base of certified firms.” “We have been working closely with the SBA for a long time supporting the transfer of this … year by empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity. “Service-disabled, veteran-owned … -
SBA Achieves Historic Small Business Lending for Fiscal Year 2020
https://www.sba.gov/article/2020/oct/28/sba-achieves-historic-small-business-lending-fiscal-year-2020… loan program had another year of increased performance, with more than 7,000 loans made for a total dollar amount of … achieved a second straight record year performance with nearly $85 million dollars going to over 5,800 small … The combined private capital and SBA backed funds now totals $32 billion, the highest in the history of the … -
SBA Working Capital Loans Available in North Carolina Due to Secretary of Agriculture Declaration
https://www.sba.gov/article/2024/10/21/sba-working-capital-loans-available-north-carolina-due-secretary-agriculture-declaration… in aquaculture, and most private nonprofit organizations with economic losses from excessive rain and Tropical Storm … the Disaster Loan Program have been fully expended. While no new loans can be issued until Congress appropriates … of future funding. For information and to apply online visit SBA.gov/disaster . Applicants may also call the … -
A Year of Historic Achievements for Women-owned Businesses
https://www.sba.gov/blog/year-historic-achievements-women-owned-businesses… to their male counterparts. Despite these statistics, no one can deny the impact women-owned businesses have on our … the largest WBC network in the history of the SBA, with over 140 centers in 49 states and Puerto Rico. … this key stakeholder group visibility and the autonomy needed to innovate the WBC network, execute strategies to … -
SBA honors top Indiana entrepreneurs and resource partner organizations with National Small Business Week awards
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/sba-honors-top-indiana-entrepreneurs-resource-partner-organizations-national-small-business-week… Indiana entrepreneurs and resource partner organizations with National Small Business Week awards The U.S. Small … On the advice of one of his long-time clients, and with the help of SBA-backed 504 loans, Yadav moved, building … marketing, cybersecurity and cryptocurrency; as well as online business resources and renowned speakers. National … -
The SBA Office of International Trade Does More Than You Might Think…
https://www.sba.gov/blog/sba-office-international-trade-does-more-you-might-think… in that event, the SBA moderated a listening session with small business honorees who shared challenges and … codes that might work and instructed Serola on what was needed to determine if the exception could be met. To add to … across the contacts at the SBA, they were at a dead end. Now, new American-made products will be brought to market … -
U.S. Small Business Administration Announces Small Business Investment Companies of the Year
https://www.sba.gov/article/2023/03/27/us-small-business-administration-announces-small-business-investment-companies-year… as part of National Small Business Week . The two funds, with other national winners and finalists for the National … in underinvested census tracts nationwide, including areas with low incomes or high poverty rates, rural communities, … been into small businesses in underserved communities, with 54% of its capital deployed into minority-owned or … -
SBA Disaster Relief Still Available to Kentucky Residents, Businesses and Private Nonprofits
https://www.sba.gov/article/2025/05/27/sba-disaster-relief-still-available-kentucky-residents-businesses-private-nonprofits… at the SBA. “I encourage businesses and homeowners to work with contractors and mitigation professionals to improve … 3.62% for PNPs, and 2.75% for homeowners and renters, with terms up to 30 years. Interest does not begin to accrue, … insurance proceeds to reduce or repay the loan. To apply online, visit sba.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call … -
SBA Awards Grants to 33 Organizations to Help Underserved Communities Succeed with the Small Business Innovation Research Program
https://www.sba.gov/article/2021/aug/11/sba-awards-grants-33-organizations-help-underserved-communities-succeed-small-business-innovation… 33 Organizations to Help Underserved Communities Succeed with the Small Business Innovation Research Program … programs that embolden women and minority entrepreneurs with transformational potential to launch new products and … the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow, or … -
In Los Angeles, U.S. Small Business Administration, Operation HOPE Announce New Collaboration Aimed at Empowering Black-Owned Small Businesses
https://www.sba.gov/article/2022/sep/14/los-angeles-us-small-business-administration-operation-hope-announce-new-collaboration-aimed… potential within the Black community. “Partnering with Operation HOPE is an important step as our SBA team … and social life of residents of South LA and beyond. As with the agreement itself, the event aimed to help raise … in growing their revenues by getting their products online or into global markets and accessing federal … -
SBA’s Associate Administrator to Discuss Disaster Preparedness and Mitigation During Visit to Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
https://www.sba.gov/article/2022/aug/03/sbas-associate-administrator-discuss-disaster-preparedness-mitigation-during-visit-puerto-rico-us… disaster preparedness and mitigation. Sanchez will meet with mayors, emergency managers, SBA resource partners such … stability of the community. Sanchez accepted his position with the SBA in January 2022. Before the SBA, Sanchez served … development opportunities. Practice and test your plan with managers and staff. FEMA’s Ready.Gov site provides … -
SBA Working Capital Loans Available in North Carolina Following Secretary of Agriculture Disaster Declaration for Drought and Excessive Heat
https://www.sba.gov/article/2024/10/25/sba-working-capital-loans-available-north-carolina-following-secretary-agriculture-disaster… in aquaculture, and most private nonprofit organizations with economic losses from drought and excessive heat that … the Disaster Loan Program have been fully expended. While no new loans can be issued until Congress appropriates … of future funding. For information and to apply online visit SBA.gov/disaster . Applicants may also call the … -
From the First State to the Four Corners of the Globe: Delaware Firm Exports Electronics Worldwide with a Little Help from the Delaware Small Business Development Center and SBA
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/first-state-four-corners-globe-delaware-firm-exports-electronics-worldwide-little-help-delaware… of the Globe: Delaware Firm Exports Electronics Worldwide with a Little Help from the Delaware Small Business … team’s sites remained firmly set on surviving the storm. Now, perhaps more than ever, relocating Argentek’s … operations to breaking into new markets like exporting or online ventures through its own website, as well as through … -
SBA Strengthens Lending Network with New Public-Private Partnerships
https://www.sba.gov/article/2024/12/23/sba-strengthens-lending-network-new-public-private-partnerships… SBA Strengthens Lending Network with New Public-Private Partnerships WASHINGTON – Today, … over 40 years, the Biden-Harris SBA welcomes new lenders with a shared mission of filling capital gaps in underserved … With this second expansion of four new SBLC licenses, SBA now has expanded the network from 14 SBLCs to 20 SBLCs … -
SBA Awards Over $5.4 Million in Grants to Strengthen Research Funding Opportunities Across the U.S.
https://www.sba.gov/article/2022/sep/30/sba-awards-over-54-million-grants-strengthen-research-funding-opportunities-across-us… startups, particularly those in underserved communities, with specialized training, mentoring, and technical … grow their networks and revenue opportunities with new capital, a priority of Administrator Guzman. This … program builds on the success of previous FAST cohorts. With $4 million in funding in fiscal year 2021, FAST helped … -
CETECHS
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/cetechs… learning while in the service and pursued that practice with a passion, so much so that he was awarded the Army’s … State University he earned a Computer Science BA degree with honors. He began his career thereafter as a software … current customers and let them know how you can help them now and in the future. Manage projects efficiently and keep … -
SBA Elevates Women-Owned Small Businesses
https://www.sba.gov/blog/sba-elevates-women-owned-small-businesses… Businesses August 26, 2020 Women entrepreneurs thrive with financial and mentoring support from the SBA. Jovita … and women-owned businesses, in particular. The SBA, with the full backing and support of the White House and the … meadery in 2012 after Jeff took a mead-making course. With SBA financial assistance and counseling, they gradually … -
Birthday Wish Comes True for Elissa Weimer
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/birthday-wish-comes-true-elissa-weimer… Much to the dismay of her parents, she turned down a job with the FBI to start her own business. “My parents thought I … SBA and state-funded entities helping entrepreneurs with no-cost counseling and low-cost training classes for every … $72 million in funding into the local economy. Weimer is now looking forward to traveling, training, and documenting … -
Statement by Administrator Guzman Applauding President Biden’s Appointees to Lead SBA Regional Offices
https://www.sba.gov/article/2021/nov/18/statement-administrator-guzman-applauding-president-bidens-appointees-lead-sba-regional-offices… Mr. Vlacich is a respected New Hampshire public servant with extensive economic development, policy, and constituent … of New Hampshire in 1995. He lives in Concord, NH with his wife and two daughters. Region IV (Four) As … the newest announcement, the SBA’s regional leadership is now in place to guide offices across 29 states, three U.S. …