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12 Huts and Counting for Army Veteran Jayme Rhodes
… , serving at the helm in non-traditional businesses,” said SBA Western Pennsylvania District Director Dr. Kelly Hunt. “Each March, the SBA celebrates the accomplishments of our women … construction business,” Rhodes added. “I heard about the SBA’s ( U.S. Small Business Administration ) Service-Disabled … -
State Trade Expansion Program: 10 Years of Success
… global success. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … to export trade show exhibits and training workshops. The SBA offers grants that help capitalize on international … opportunities worldwide. On this 10th STEP Anniversary, SBA is proud to reflect on the many small businesses … -
You Don’t Need to be a Big Business to Make a Big Difference This Earth Day
… insurmountable. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … and the next generation. This Earth Day, April 22, the SBA encourages you to integrate some of these simple steps … Department’s Energy Saver Guide or connecting with a local SBA resource partner . SBA News … As large-scale issues-- … -
5 Mid-Year Tax Planning Strategies
… at the end of the year. This is a mistake. Barbara Weltman SBA Blog Contributor Barbara Weltman is an attorney, author, … groups and the amount of the credit in the instructions to Form 5884, Work Opportunity Credit . Set up a qualified … details about the research credit in the instructions to Form 6725, Credit for Increasing Research Activities . A … -
How to Prepare Your Small Business for the Holidays
… around the corner. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … Make sure you’re ready by following these tips from the SBA. Consider adjusting your hours: The holiday season will … over the next year. As you decorate your business, SBA resource partners can help you spruce up your holiday … -
Opportunity Grows for Entrepreneurs in 2020
… PA and Las Vegas, NV. Please reach out to your local SBA district office for more information on these summits and … be coming up in your area in the near future. The local SBA district offices may be easily found by visiting www.sba.gov . 2020 is looking to be a full, prosperous year for … -
Fresh Baked Success: German Inspired Bakery Becomes Delaware Staple
… to help keep the bakery open, Jonathan and Monika utilized SBA resources to navigate the challenges of the pandemic. They spoke with local SBA officials and decided that the bakery needed support and … year. With district office support, Jonathan applied for SBA loans , namely the Paycheck Protection Program and EIDL … -
T31 Inspired Handcrafted Activewear
… also attended a Women’s Business Center workshop at the SBA Georgia District Office and learned about opportunities … goods under the label of another brand. Elena said the SBA Small Business Development Center also has been a helpful … other frontline workers in Southwest Georgia. Elena says SBA resource partners like the Women’s Business Center helped … -
Diana Davis - Her Journey of Dedication and Determination
… federal contracting and the Small Business Administration (SBA) can play in a company’s success. A year later, in 2011, … Woman-Owned Business and applied for acceptance into the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program. The 8(a) … “I would not be where I am today without the help of the SBA 8(a) program and my outstanding Business Opportunity … -
Rural Delmarva Retailer-Turned-Manufacturer’s Growth Defies Pandemic Odds
… meeting challenges with ingenuity, and a little help from SBA, along with a variety of Delaware-based economic … the Delaware Manufacturing Extension Partnership (DEMEP), SBA, and the SBA-backed Delaware Small Business Development Center (SBDC). … -
Seattle Founder Finds Success by Focusing on the Team She Leads
… some consultation and help,” McDowell said. “Through the SBA I found the T.H.R.I.V.E. program and applied. The program … needed to change, what was working and what wasn’t.” The SBA T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined program is an … Business Week, Heather McDowell was recognized as the 2024 SBA Washington State Small Business Person of the Year and … -
It Takes a Global Village
… offered throughout the country. Global Village Foods, the SBA’s 2022 Vermont Minority-Owned Business of the Year, makes … That said, there is a tendency to see agencies like SBA as a faceless entity on the other side of a portal,” Mel said. In addition to SBA assistance, the Halls have taken advantage of many of the … -
Local Artist Paints Rosier Picture for Area Makers
… artist stereotype. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) helped Droege to not only survive as a creative, but to … Droege, 42, began seven years ago by first visiting the SBA’s Women’s Business Center at Chatham University’s Center … me to work through the labyrinth of business ownership” SBA Western Pa District Director Dr. Kelly Hunt applauded … -
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Starting a High-Tech Business? You May be Eligible for Government Funding
… and marketing communications consultant. Caron works with SBA to promote government resources helping entrepreneurs and … their budget each year to fund the SBIR program, with the SBA acting as the coordinating agency of the program. … Refer to this contact list . Register your business with SBA’s Company Registry prior to submitting an application and … -
Glossary of Business Terms
… A certificate issued by the Small Business Administration (SBA) stating that the holder is "responsible" (in terms of … An arrangement in which (a) two or more companies form a partnership or joint venture to act as potential prime … and private corporations. Joint Venture In the SBA Mentor-Protégé Program, an agreement between a certified … -
Lincoln Business Owner Uses Paycheck Protection Program Loan to Provide for his Employee Family
… . This forgivable loan program, guaranteed by the SBA, was created under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and … officer at Union Bank, and thinking holy smokes, how can SBA possibly handle the PPP? It's going to be months. We're … And those results were indeed fast! Mike stated, “SBA and Union Bank flat-out delivered. We submitted the … -
Refugees Find Success, Welcoming Community with Syrian Food Cart on Vashon Island
… challenge to stay afloat. Jneidi utilized funding from the SBA COVID Economic Injury Disaster (EIDL) program to help … the pandemic. “The opportunity to get this loan from the SBA was a big help to cover expenses, buy ingredients, and keep advertising. We are thankful that the SBA was there to help small businesses like ours continue and … -
President Biden Proclaims September 12-18 As National Small Business Week