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Evaluation of Certify.SBA.gov
… technology (IT) initiative intended to improve SBA’s small business contracting programs, Certify.SBA.Gov (Certify). Our … all of SBA’s contracting programs and a vehicle to improve small business participation in federal contracts. The … -
SBA Deadline is Sept. 5 for Maine Private NonProfit Organizations Affected by Physical Damage from Spring Severe Storms and Flooding
… from Spring Severe Storms and Flooding ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding private nonprofit … . Completed applications should be mailed to: U.S. Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement … -
A Steady Stream of Trekkers Remembering Route 66
… Making enough money in the few short months of a seasonal business to last an entire year takes a special fortitude and … and restock the store so she sought help. The U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA's) loan programs offered … interest rates and longer terms than conventional loans, resulting in lower monthly payments. Linda found … -
5 Ways to Start Selling Online
… reaching over 6 million users annually, including Small Business Trends, a daily publication about small business issues, and BizSugar.com, a small business … -
Emerging Child Care Center Fostering Bright Minds in Hays
… and Nick knew how and what to research to build a solid business plan for starting a new childcare business. Their … and Nick sold their home in Topeka and downsized into a small townhouse to provide the cash needed for the financing. … for and received SBA Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans in 2020 and 2021, along with an SBA Economic Injury … -
Sailing with the Navy to Millions in Sales
… and the Defense Industrial Base. His wife started the business in 2013 and started performing work for the U.S. Army. In 2016, she was looking to sell the business when Santos-Alejandro assumed the business. … government contractor, Santos-Alejandro turned to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and joined the 8(a) … -
How Vanished Valley Brewing Co. Survived the Shift
… the Boston region. Vanished Valley’s success with small batch brewing since its’ founding, paved the way for … and entertainment. However, right when that part of the business was ready to get going – the pandemic shut … received two Paycheck Protection Program forgivable loans, as well as an Economic Injury Disaster Loan to support … -
Innovation Propels Raider Outboards
… IBM, Hughes Aircraft, and Lockheed Martin developing new business in Advanced Technology and Innovation programs. Once … the family-owned business came on the heels of winning a Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) Phase I and II … is a highly competitive program that encourages domestic small businesses to engage in Federal Research/Research and … -
Living the American Dream
… Dream Jeannette Coronado, CEO of JIRACOR, started her business in 2011 along with her husband primarily to provide … technical background. Ms. Coronado wanted to grow her business and live the “American dream.” Ms. Coronado was … contracting sphere. She worked as the program manager, business development representative, and even the janitor … -
Refugees Find Success, Welcoming Community with Syrian Food Cart on Vashon Island
… Safa Jneidi, with her husband Iyad Alati, launched their business in 2019 with a focus on local ingredients and … following among the Vashon community and has grown their business by offering packaged foods in local coffee shops, … We are thankful that the SBA was there to help small businesses like ours continue and survive.” Today, … -
The Dynamo Behind T&T's Booming Success
… which she acquired in 2009. The SBA’s nine-year business development program proved instrumental to T&T’s … series designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential small businesses in America’s underserved communities. … comprehensive curriculum provides the tools to catapult small companies to the next level and help them emerge as a … -
Multi-State Expansion Guide
… closing, servicing, and if applicable, liquidating the loans in the expanded area as well as a complete 1081, signed … have been approved in the past 3 years. At least 30 active loans in CDC’s portfolio. CDC has had satisfactory reviews … -
Maine 2024 Young Entrepreneur of the Year W.E. Farm
… companies or solar companies, W.E. Family Farms (under the business name W&E Events and Rentals) has been able to … by all Aroostook County farms. She reached out to the Small Business Development Center and connected with a … one who is committed to supporting her community and other small farmers, Candace has secured her place among Maine’s … -
Brothers Credit SBA 8(a) and HUBZone Programs with Market Growth
… part of their success with assistance provided by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Starting initially as an … $6.5 million for manufacturing. The HUBZone program helps small businesses in urban and rural communities gain … -
Customer Testimonials: Maximize Their Marketing Impact
… other words, to overcome objections they may have to doing business with you. Get started on your testimonial strategy … and if they have children — whatever is relevant to your business. When prospects see people like themselves in your testimonials, it puts them one step closer to doing business with you. Good testimonials should also be specific … -
Reuniting Families Just Part of the Job for Local Entrepreneur
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Typography
… the letterforms have a tall x-height but remain relatively small, making for excellent readability across screen sizes … a serif font that would appear elegant but legible printed small or on low-resolution screens. As a transitional serif … -
Fresh Baked Success: German Inspired Bakery Becomes Delaware Staple
… uses his military skills and leadership to run the business behind the scenes, while Monika serves customers and … the baking team. Monika and Andy both immigrated from a small town in Germany and wanted to recreate the authentic … With district office support, Jonathan applied for SBA loans , namely the Paycheck Protection Program and EIDL … -
Sugar, spice and everything nice: How SBA helped a local Minnesota Bakery thrive
… has been fundamental in both establishing and growing her business. She received SBA business training through the SCORE program, which helped her … and anxieties the pandemic presented. The PPP and RRF loans were instrumental in helping Andrus, and she emphasized …