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… Garbage to Garden, Maine's Small Business Person of the Year 2022 Sustainability has become a much stronger … so in a way that made sense. Again, Portland SCORE and the SBA’s Scale Up program were able to provide the guidance that … time off. Because of these efforts, Tyler was awarded the SBA Maine Young Entrepreneur of the Year award for 2019. …
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James Reneau Seed Company, Inc. - Patricia Reneau Arnold
… Patricia Reneau Arnold was the last living family member of the Reneau Family that started the James Reneau Seed … remaining. Ms. Arnold contacted the Lubbock-West Texas SBA District Office to discuss how to evaluate an ongoing … With the information and knowledge obtained from SBA, SBDC, USDA, and Department of Labor she has continued … -
Got Juice Mama Nature’s Juice and Salad Bar
… Nature’s Juice and Salad Bar T’Keyah Williams is the owner of Mama Nature’s Juice and Salad Bar. The small business was … the business. Williams and McElroy were able to obtain an SBA loan to financial the business and purchase the new … were able to pursue their true passion by the help of the SBA and the community. … Got Juice Mama Nature’s Juice and … -
Off the Grid
… industry in San Francisco, Matt’s memories of Japan and past culinary adventures inspired him to launch … able to accelerate its growth by taking advantage of the SBA 7(a) Loan program. Off the Grid has received four SBA 7(a) loans for over $3 million from the Bank of San … -
Nan and Company Properties-Christie's International Real Estate
… Real Estate", from her home while attending the University of Houston. By herself, she grew the firm to $4 million … million in sales. By tapping into the resources at the SBA, I obtained an SBA loan to break ground on my second location, which will … -
Veteran & Wife Start Bakery Business in the Lowcountry
… family recipes. They attended a workshop with SCORE, an SBA funded Resource Partner, on starting a business. “The … Grey Ghost Bakery opened their doors in September of 2012. They specialize in selling cookies and baked goods … capacity has increased. “We really appreciate what the SBA offers as far as funding and resources to small … -
Women Owned Small Business Person of the Year
… Women Owned Small Business Person of the Year You never know when a great idea will come along; … and food trucks were some of the hardest industries hit. SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program and Restaurant … Instead of losing business due to COVID, Cheesy Chick used SBA pandemic financing, additional café hours and … -
LGBT-Owned: Sarah Scala Transforms Organizations with SCORE by Her Side Every Step of the Way
… Transforms Organizations with SCORE by Her Side Every Step of the Way Sarah Scala’s entrepreneurial journey with SCORE … certification as both a Women Owned Small Business (SBA) and an LGBT Business Enterprise through the National Gay … Round Table. Sarah A. Scala Consulting was honored as the SBA’s 2023 Microenterprise of the Year for Massachusetts as … -
5 Things to Know About Your Balance Sheet
… your business is essential for success. Barbara Weltman SBA Blog Contributor Barbara Weltman is an attorney, author, … balance sheet is all about A balance sheet is a statement of a business’s assets, liabilities, and owner’s equity as of … financial statement. For example, when applying for an SBA 7(a) loan over $350,000, a balance sheet is required. … -
Writing a Business Plan: Your Roadmap to Small Business Success
… a great business. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … never been a better time than now to turn your dream of business ownership into a reality. Self-employment has … to start, grow, or expand your business today: Review SBA’s Business Planning Guide . We created a plan to help you … -
How to Have A Stand Out Business Credit Application
… on your perceived ability to repay the loan or line of credit. That's why it's important to make your application … and show that your business is creditworthy. Marco Carbajo SBA Blog Contributor Marco Carbajo is a business credit … suffice. For help on building a business plan check out SBA's Business Plan Tool . It provides a step-by-step guide … -
Seattle National Small Business Week Event to Feature Workshops on Starting and Growing a Business
… Campus, Building 37 in Redmond, WA. Later that morning, SBA Administrator Karen Mills, Cindy Bates, vice president of the U.S. Small and Medium Sized Businesses (SMB) … Small Business Week event will be live streamed at www.sba.gov . The live streaming of all National Small Business … -
Maine 2024 Woman Owned Small Business of the Year Tiller & Rye
… Maine 2024 Woman Owned Small Business of the Year Tiller & Rye Opening a grocery store may seem … with the help of the Small Business Development Center and SBA backed financing from CEI. Since opening its doors, … to their community and other Maine based businesses, the SBA is pleased to name Tiller & Rye as the 2024 Woman Owned … -
New England 2024 Minority Owned Small Business of the Year Maiz
… New England 2024 Minority Owned Small Business of the Year Maiz While Maine might not jump out as the place … to their effective management and the assistance of an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan, Maiz was not only able to … support of communities across Southern Maine, the SBA is happy to name Maiz as the Maine and New England … -
Resilient and strong, small businesses take center stage this week
… National Small Business Week, we celebrate the success of our entrepreneurs who have chartered their own course to … Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Read more about Jovita Carranza In celebration of our … role as the vital job-creating sector of our economy. SBA News … During National Small Business Week, we celebrate … -
Four Questions Every Effective Business Plan Should Answer
… you create yours. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … investors should offer you funding. While a variety of formats exist, there are a few universal elements and … course. You can also consult business planning experts at SBA resource partners like SCORE, Women’s Business Centers, … -
5 Small Business Trends for 2025
… following trends U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … is encouraging: According to research , the majority of small business owners are optimistic about America’s … the customer where they are. Whatever 2025 has in store, SBA is with you all the way. Connect with resource partner s … -
8(a) Certification Creates New Expansion Opportunities
… her to launch 21st Century Home Care Inc. in January of 2004. After a few frustrating years of trying to … Supplier Diversity Office at that time, Joseph heard about SBA programs and federal certification through the years – … Protection Program forgivable loan from her bank and the SBA. What Advice Do You Have for Other Black Entrepreneurs? … -
Community Advantage Loan Launches Latino-owned Farmhouse Paint Bar in Milwaukee
… as young immigrants. Thaime left Venezuela at the age of 20, got her bachelor’s degree, and worked in sales, … a white picket fence along the road. With the help of an SBA-backed Community Advantage loan from the Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corp., an SBA lender and women’s business center, they redeveloped the … -
Maine 2024 Small Business Manufacturer of the Year The Good Crust
… Maine 2024 Small Business Manufacturer of the Year The Good Crust Starting a business at any time is … with a WBC Business Advisor and information about the SBA backed lending programs at CEI, which helped her purchase … and giving back to numerous organizations locally, the SBA is pleased to name The Good Crust, owned by Heather …