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… 504 Loan Program Requirements. Support The primary goal of the 504 Loan Program is to encourage economic development … comply with the required Job Opportunity minimum averages. SBA Form 1253 (Annual Report Guide) defines “Jobs Created” as … employment created within two years of financing. SBA Form 1253 defines “Jobs Retained” as jobs that otherwise …
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A House Called Hue
… A House Called Hue Destiny Brewton, founder and CEO of A House Called Hue in Atlanta, grew up watching her … branding a professional look and feel. “I heard about the SBA via my research in starting a successful business,” Destiny said. “The SBA was mentioned a multitude of times as a source of not … -
Mary Lyn Baker of DH Casters Rolls with Her Customers
… Mary Lyn Baker of DH Casters Rolls with Her Customers DH Casters got its … inventory in advance of sales. Mary Lyn tapped into the SBA’s 7(a) loan program to bridge the gap, and the loan … growth cycle moving upward. In Mary Lyn’s own words, “the SBA has helped me more than just financially.” In 2019, she … -
Biden-Harris Administration to Expand Support for Veteran Small Business Owners
… – Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced $3.5 million in grant awards to support … and opportunities as they pursue their American dreams of business ownership,” said U.S. Small Business … American Samoa. Organizations receiving grants from the SBA have demonstrated a commitment to addressing challenges … -
From Servings One’s Country to Serving Homemade Diner Cuisine
… Diner Cuisine At Lou's, customers are served a slice of American history alongside a homemade slice of their … spouses marching toward #VetBiz success with the help of SBA programs and services. Locally, we are honoring our own … after he graduated, Berke and wife Cailin obtained an SBA 7(a) loan from Ledyard Bank to purchase ‘Lou’s Restaurant … -
Serving Veteran Entrepreneurs at the Local Level
… serves as Deputy Associate Administrator for the Office of Government Contracting & Business Development. Read more about Larry Stubblefield Editor's note: The SBA Military and Veteran Entrepreneur Summit on March 18 in … our country just like they did in the military. At the SBA, we work to empower the next generation of military and … -
Whistleblower Protection Laws: Employees of Contractors, Grantees, and Personal Services Contractors
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Jill Larsen’s Crayons 2 Pencils Early Learning Center Sharpens Young Minds
… reflect an exciting atmosphere that evokes memories of carefree preschool days and precious nap times. Crayons 2 … start her business. She found startup costs through an SBA 7(a) guaranteed loan and support for the building purchase and renovation with an SBA 504 loan in partnership with Iowa Business Growth, an SBA … -
READOUT: The U.S. Small Business Administration & the White House Webinar with Small Business Leaders on Economic Recovery & Vaccine Leadership
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THURSDAY: Obama Cabinet Member to visit Jackson and Vicksburg, Mississippi as part of Main Street Road Tour
… Member to visit Jackson and Vicksburg, Mississippi as part of Main Street Road Tour WASHINGTON – Maria Contreras-Sweet , … remarks at a Vicksburg City Hall press conference. WHAT: SBA Administrator visit to Jackson and Vicksburg, … Press Conference MEDIA RSVP: Sophia Kim, sophia.kim@sba.gov , (202) 427-7841 Thursday, July 7 by 8 a.m. To … -
Pies with a Purpose
… from Georgia’s Sweet Potato Pie Company fund the purchase of children’s books that promote “love, inclusion, diversity, … were forced to close their doors. So, Dawn applied for an SBA COVID-19 EIDL (Economic Injury Disaster Loan) to sustain the company. In 2023, Dawn was accepted into the SBA THRIVE program, an executive-level training series … -
How Millennium Press Overcame a Crisis and Near Closure
… Kelly and Jim Sullivan started Millennium Press out of a one-car garage back in 1989. Their first big equipment … the business for survival. In 2009 with the help of the SBA’s 504 loan program, they were able to refinance their … debt over 20 years (including the building). In 2012, the SBA also helped refinance several pieces of equipment over a … -
These Small Business Trends Look to Shape 2024
… for 2024 is now. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … exactly what the future will hold, there are plenty of trends entrepreneurs can monitor right now to stay … such as “Understanding Your Customer” and “ Sales,” the SBA Learning Center can help. Customer experience is … -
President Biden Proclaims September 12-18 As National Small Business Week
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Travelling All Over The World
… Travelling All Over The World A tale of two moms spreading nutritious and delicious bNutty … how much fun is that?”, she continues with a smile. How SBA resources helped: Stylishly packaged in recycled … and nurse midwife, but friends had told them about the SBA resource partners at the Northwest Indiana Small Business … -
TUESDAY: Obama Cabinet Member to visit Cape Girardeau, Mo., and Blytheville, Ark., as part of Main Street Road Tour
… visit Cape Girardeau, Mo., and Blytheville, Ark., as part of Main Street Road Tour WASHINGTON – Maria Contreras-Sweet , … tour of the city and visits to small businesses. WHAT: SBA Administrator visit to Cape Girardeau, Mo. and … small businesses. MEDIA RSVP: Sophia Kim, Sophia.kim@sba.gov , 202-427-7841 Tuesday, July 5 by 10 a.m. About the … -
A Business that Popped Up
… Up What challenge did you have? Neal Crosier, COO/Owner of Popcorn Junkie LLC, started the business in 2016 along … struggling with time and resource management. What was the SBA solution? Crosier started working with U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) resource partner, the Small Business Development Center … -
Administrator Guzman Honors State Small Business Persons of the Year Award Winners
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Prepare Your Small Business for Hurricane Season
… to your business. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … recover from natural disasters such as hurricanes, the SBA also provides guidance to help you protect your business … and in the months ahead: Before Hurricane Season Ahead of hurricane season, these precautions can help prepare your … -
Seattle District Office 8(a) Graduate of the Year
… Seattle District Office 8(a) Graduate of the Year Jesse Cherian, the Seattle District Office 8(a) … opportunities, and connections he found through the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program The SBA 8(a) Business Development Program is a nine-year program …