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… Veteran-Owned 8(a) Firm LJV Development Recognized as One of the Fastest Growing Companies in America Accessing … resources paved the way for exponential growth The SBA’s 2023 Massachusetts Veteran-Owned Business of the Year, … and looking to take the company to new heights.” “ The SBA’s 8(a) business development program gave me a start in …

… can continue seeing patients.   When the first case of coronavirus was identified in Arkansas, Shirley’s team … room, crying.” When the pandemic assistance from the SBA became available, she stayed in constant contact with the SBA Arkansas District Office and utilized both the Paycheck …

… to expand into foreign markets. With the possibility of such growth, the business needed capital, and they needed … are exporters.  For help, the Herberts turned to SBA’s partner, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) … finance counseling. As a result, the business received two SBA-backed loans in excess of $600,000.   To enter …

… a market opportunity in the area. “There wasn’t a lot of small businesses in the community. There is only a limited … process of becoming a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Certified 8(a) company. The SBA’s 8(a) business-development program helps provide a level …

… you need to update it in these key places. 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 … manner but also protects your business from potential identity theft. Business Credit Reporting Agencies – Each …

… systems company continues to grow. Linda McMahon Former SBA Administrator Linda McMahon served as the 25th Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) from 2017 to 2019. Read more about Linda McMahon Melissa …

… this Detroit area small business is Kathleen Eberle, one of the few female CEOs making a difference in Motor City. She … Properties, dba NPO Transportation. Kathleen turned to the SBA to help her network and build her skills as a small … a great community in Michigan because of our fantastic SBA Resource Partners. I sought help from the Great Lakes …

… It Again Sports Franchise in Omaha Rich Messina, owner of Omaha’s Play It Again Sports, didn’t start out thinking … explore becoming a small business owner.  He attended an SBA Boots to Business entrepreneurial workshop before exiting … purchased a franchise in March 2014, with the help of an SBA-backed 7(a) loan. He spent the next six months securing a …

… with Workforce Training Program Barbara Smith, owner of Cincinnati-based steel fabrication and erection company, … to launch Journey Steel in 2009. Smith has used SBA resources every step of the way in her business growth. … To help prepare for government contracting, she tapped an SBA-powered  Procurement Technical Assistance Cente r and …

… to their mantle the 2022 Vermont Small Business Persons of the Year. Since 1963, the Small Business Administration … honored for Blake Hill Preserves to be recognized by the SBA with this special award,” Allard said. “We started our … foods.” Allard and Hanglin were nominated for their SBA award by Marie Dussault of the Vermont Economic …

… Living the American Dream Jeannette Coronado, CEO of JIRACOR, started her business in 2011 along with her … for her and her company. Since she started working with SBA, she has been able to become a certified 8(a) company in … own office building space through the assistance of an SBA 504 Loan guarantee. The firm has also utilized EIDL and …

… A Steady Stream of Trekkers Remembering Route 66 Linda Riley owns the Rusty … she sought help. The U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA's) loan programs offered her better interest rates and … in lower monthly payments. Linda found information on SBA loans online and pursued as an alternative to existing …

… 3D Print Technology Pioneer Samantha Snabes and the Makings of re:3D Samantha Snabes is an innovator, creator, and social … a different around the globe. Thanks to support from SBA  Small Business Innovation Research (SIBR) awards and the help of her local  SBA District Office , re:3D pioneered the Gigabot with an …

… Imports A chance encounter in 2013 sparked the beginning of what would become Velour Imports, experts in supplying … conducted by the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Houston District office, Brooke had become familiar with … in the Caribbean. In December 2017, Brooke attended a SBA Lender Matchmaking event where she met representatives …

… shopping season. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … alone:  Recent research suggests the overwhelming majority of independently owned businesses attribute more than a … time of the year by following these tips from the SBA. Extend your hours. Opening earlier and closing later …

… Week First-Ever Virtual Conference WASHINGTON - As part of National Small Business Week, April 29 – May 5, the U.S. … your business for success. Register here:  https://www.sba.gov/national-small-business-week/virtual-conference     … with email marketing. Register here:  https://www.sba.gov/national-small-business-week/virtual-conference     …

… U.S. Secretary of Labor Acosta and U.S. Small Business Administrator McMahon … backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the … delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private …

… owners Annette Lee and Nicole Carrier pursued their vision of starting a small brewery operation in a small New … Carrier explained, “The programs and grants offered by the SBA to small businesses during the pandemic served as a … that a New Hampshire business will be featured during SBA’s National Small Business Week this year,” said Amy …