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… SBA Blog Contributor Joel Libava, The Franchise King®, is the author of Become a Franchise Owner! and is a franchise … funded the franchise concept you’re interested in. During this call, ask her how she came up with the idea for the concept. Ask her how she went about testing the …

… Hope is Being Woven Into the Fabric of the Delta: The Story of … Vidalia Industrial Facilities August 8, 2019 Ultimately, this is a story of perseverance--about how the marshalling of … David M. Glaccum is the Associate Administrator for the Office of Manufacturing and Trade at the U.S. Small …

… National Preparedness Month September 6, 2019 The SBA is committed to making sure America’s 30 million small … more about Chris Pilkerton When heavy rains were predicted for several South Carolina counties during the first week of … Emergency Management Agency and sponsored by Ready.gov , this year’s theme is “Prepared, Not Scared.” The SBA has …

… in the U.S. say that they’re fully engaged at work, which is actually an increase from past years. This leaves a lot of room for employers to improve. Anita Campbell SBA Blog Contributor … publication about small business issues, and BizSugar.com, a small business social media site. Read more about …

… COVID-19 Coping Tips for Small Business Owners July 29, 2020 The U.S. Small … Intentionally carve out time for yourself each week. This “me” time is different for everyone but should include relaxing or … The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) encourages small …

… 14, 2022 Renewed focus on business growth and innovation for women business owners will pay dividends for nation’s … Read more about U.S. Small Business Administration This month, the SBA’s revamped Ascent program added two new … post-pandemic economy. Launched in January 2021, Ascent is our online learning program for women business owners that …

… Entrepreneur Mentor Month in April with Events around the Country Partnership highlights effort between SBA and … with successful business owners and community leaders for advice and assistance.  Throughout April, SBA district … practices from successful small business owners. “The SBA is working hard to increase opportunities for small …

… Small Businesses Receive Tibbetts Awards WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) today honored … businesses and three individuals in Washington, D.C., for the critical role they play in research and development … from the program.  Another category, created last year, is the SBIR Hall of Fame Awards, which recognize companies …

… COVID-19 Coping Tips for Small Business Owners The COVID-19 pandemic has created … Intentionally carve out time for yourself each week. This “me” time is different for everyone but should include relaxing or … The COVID-19 pandemic has created uncertainty for small business owners, both in their professional and …

… Lender Certification for Refinanced Loan This certification is to be executed by the lender holding … This certification is to be executed by the lender holding the debt to be refinanced when the debt is … Lender Certification for Refinanced Loan …

… State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Annual Report This annual report describes the activities and performance of the STEP grant program. … State receiving the grant The total return on investment for each State A description of best practices by States that … This annual report describes the activities and performance …

… Vendor Communication Plan Intended for contractors/vendor seeking to communication with SBA … business with SBA. Used as reference guide. Report This plan is intended to serve as a high-level plan and to be general … Intended for contractors/vendor seeking to communication with SBA …

… Framework and Guidelines for Program Evaluation at the US Small Business Administration This report outlines the steps the agency takes to evaluate … This report outlines the steps the agency takes to evaluate and improve … Framework and Guidelines for Program Evaluation at the US Small Business Administration …

… and Warrant Authority, Report No. 9-14 Report 9-14 This report presents the results of our audit of contracting … authority in the Office of Business Operations (OBO). OBO is responsible for planning, executing, and supporting the Small Business … Audit of the Office of Business Operations Contracting Personnel …

… Building Smarter Data for Evaluating Business Assistance Programs Program … & Evidence Registry (PEER) report Report The SBA is publishing this guide on behalf of the Evaluating Business Technical … Building Smarter Data for Evaluating Business Assistance Programs …

… COVID-19 pandemic has caused a major economic disruption for Jennifer and Brian Bircher, owners of The Black Dog … to pay local vendors who are also struggling during all of this.” The best part is the duo is taking this time to look at the bright side. … Because of the Paycheck Protection Program The Black Dog Coffee Company …