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https://www.sba.gov/blog/protect-your-small-business-hurricane-season… one ever strikes. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … to minimize losses and reduce risks for workers. SBA offers a guide to help you consider how a hurricane might … in a federally declared disaster area, you may qualify for SBA disaster assistance. Check here to see if a disaster has …
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Take Your Business Global in 2020
https://www.sba.gov/blog/take-your-business-global-2020… sales. The 2019 U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Exporter of the Year, EarthQuaker Devices , was able to … but alternate funding sources exist. For instance, the SBA has programs that provide lenders with up to a 90 percent … underwrite a loan without getting prior approval from the SBA, speeding up access to capital. Check out this full list … -
Taking a risk
https://www.sba.gov/blog/taking-risk… best ideas require a leap of faith. 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 … unleashed the power of women entrepreneurs nationwide.” As SBA Administrator, I am making that message my mission. There … -
Celebrating Hispanic entrepreneurs’ growth, resilience
https://www.sba.gov/blog/celebrating-hispanic-entrepreneurs-growth-resilience… Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Read more about Jovita Carranza As we celebrate … my honor to lead the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). I believe it was mi destino to lead the SBA during this historic time. This year, Hispanic small … -
Grow Your Business Through Federal Government Contracting
https://www.sba.gov/blog/grow-your-business-through-federal-government-contracting… at the U.S. Census Bureau . Meet size standards. Use the SBA’s Size Standards Tool to determine if your business … some are open only to small businesses that participate in SBA contracting assistance programs . Joint ventures: In this … small businesses to get involved in federal contracting. SBA’s SUB-Net database lists potential subcontracting … -
Celebrate World Trade Month this May
https://www.sba.gov/blog/celebrate-world-trade-month-may… to go global. Don’t know where to start? That’s where the SBA’s Office of International Trade steps in. We, along with … to fund your international sales. In fact, last year the SBA guaranteed $856 million in financing to small business … trade and connects small businesses not just to SBA resources, but also resources at other federal agencies, … -
National Preparedness Month: Evaluate Your Disaster Plan
https://www.sba.gov/blog/national-preparedness-month-evaluate-your-disaster-plan… are protected. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … disaster preparedness. During National Preparedness Month, SBA will host a live webinar on preparing for severe weather, … keep computers and other equipment from falling. Visit the SBA’s emergency preparedness site for more tips and … -
Utah Ringleader of COVID-19 Scheme Sentenced to Prison
https://www.sba.gov/article/2025/12/23/utah-ringleader-covid-19-scheme-sentenced-prison… Scheme Sentenced to Prison Click Here to Sign Up for SBA OIG Email Updates on Recent Investigative Cases, Audit … to stay in business during the COVID pandemic,” said SBA OIG’s Western Region Acting Special Agent in Charge Tim Larson. “SBA OIG and its law enforcement partners will continue to … -
May is World Trade Month
https://www.sba.gov/blog/may-world-trade-month… assist small businesses reach the global marketplace. The SBA’s export loan programs assist U.S. small businesses to … and services in the global marketplace. Last year, the SBA shattered the record for export finance, providing over … nearly $1.5 billion in STEP-supported sales. In addition, SBA works closely with the U.S. Commercial Service and the … -
Stacy & Adam Stevens Took the Entrepreneurial Leap Together: This Time it’s Her Turn
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/stacy-adam-stevens-took-entrepreneurial-leap-together-time-its-her-turn… “should we, or could we”, to “how do we”. That’s where the SBA loan products came into play and helped their vision … the long-standing business. Through the support of an SBA 7(a) loan, in early 2023, Stacy and Adam became the proud … Products, Inc. Then in late 2023, they closed on an SBA 504 loan through Pursuit CDC to purchase all the property … -
Lisa Shimkat
https://www.sba.gov/person/lisa-shimkat… Operations for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), where she oversees 68 District Offices and 10 Regional … Offices across the country. In this role, she leads the SBA’s nationwide field network, ensuring that small … development programs. She works in collaboration with SBA resource partners, lenders, and local economic … -
2022 Rhode Island Small Business Person of the Year
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/2022-rhode-island-small-business-person-year… the assistance of the US Small Business Administration (SBA) a number of times over the years, allowing him most … with the RI Small Business Development Center (RISBDC), an SBA grantee that nominated Byron for this award. Byron’s … throughout its growth. When the pandemic hit in 2020, the SBA’s loan programs also helped The Riddle Room by allowing … -
Recycling Waste into Sustainable Manufacturing Solutions
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/recycling-waste-sustainable-manufacturing-solutions… big investment for next year with the help of our seventh SBA 504 loan. We’re expanding our Indiana facility by 45,000 … Since inception, Roseri has actively worked with the SBA for access to capital, taking advantage of several loan … United States. He was a participant in the first SBA Made in America Manufacturing Roadshow roundtable, held … -
Native American Heritage Month: Resources to Help Native-Owned Businesses Start and Grow
https://www.sba.gov/blog/2024/2024-11/native-american-heritage-month-resources-help-native-owned-businesses-start-grow… grow, and expand. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … Through its Office of Native American Affairs (ONAA), the SBA offers no-cost technical assistance for a variety of … and technical assistance. Financing solutions. The SBA partners with lenders to help increase small business … -
From Soldier to CEO – Marine Veteran Starts Successful Construction Business in Nebraska
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/soldier-ceo-marine-veteran-starts-successful-construction-business-nebraska… contracts and subsequently to get accepted into the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program, a nine-year program … ability to compete effectively. When Arias first came to SBA for assistance, he had newly formed his business and had … benefits. Lisa Tedesco, Deputy District Director for the SBA’s Nebraska District Office, says, “Arias believes you … -
Administrator Linda McMahon's Official Statement on the President's First State of the Union Address
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Veteran-Owned IT Firm and Woman-Owned Mapping Technology Company Win Top Honors for Excellence in Federal Contracting
https://www.sba.gov/article/2016/aug/16/veteran-owned-it-firm-woman-owned-mapping-technology-company-win-top-honors-excellence-federal… awards were announced at a breakfast event as part of the SBA’s National Small Business Week celebration. “When federal … small businesses, the economy and the job market,” said SBA Administrator Karen Mills. “The federal government … government as prime contractors or as subcontractors. SBA’s 8(a) Business Development program is a nine-year … -
Nick Wallace Culinary
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/nick-wallace-culinary… but stay on the path of cooking. Nick heard about the SBA COVID-19 relief options that offered help to small … eye and give them hope.” Nick received a reply back from SBA and was granted the EIDL loan. “I then started putting a … clients. Business rebounded for Nick due to the help of SBA COVID-19 programs. Nick also received funding under the … -
Top 3 Small Business Holiday Marketing Tips for 2020
https://www.sba.gov/blog/top-3-small-business-holiday-marketing-tips-2020… holiday season. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … on your holiday marketing plans, reach out to local SBA resource partner s, who can provide one-on-one advice and are available remotely. Take advantage of SBA marketing resources, including SBA Learning Center … -
Transitioning from Service to Startup
https://www.sba.gov/blog/transitioning-service-startup… concepts or ready to execute your business plan – the SBA and its partner network are ready to support you. The … course offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) through the U.S. Department of Defense’s Transition … counselors, training programs, and referrals in the SBA network. Get involved in the entrepreneurial community …