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… need to hire employees to help you. Barbara Weltman SBA Blog Contributor Barbara Weltman is an attorney, author, … expanding your staff entails many responsibilities, one of which is seeing to payroll taxes. Unfortunately, there are … have a lawsuit against the payroll service provider for theft, breach of contract, or other bad action. You can even …
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Top Business Trends for 2021
… in the new year. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … For small businesses across America, 2020 has been one of the most challenging years in history. Despite the … your small business plans for 2021, connect with a local SBA resource partner for expert, tailored advice. … Leverage … -
Des Moines' HoQ Restaurant Rebounds from COVID-19 Shutdown
… eight years ago, sources approximately 90 percent of its ingredients from local Iowa farms. Hoque believes the … operations. The restaurateur benefited from the SBA making six months of payments on his existing SBA 7(a) loan through Northwest Bank. An SBA-backed PPP loan … -
Solvus Global’s Journey to Commercialization Led to Infinite Expansion Possibilities
… and Diran – having spent 5+ years researching the world of materials processes, met at Worcester Polytech Institute … Coming of age as the Interface of Change Supported by SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program and traditional SBA financing with Webster Five Bank, Solvus came out of … -
Startup Business Ideas: 4 Steps to Identify the Right One
… wanted to start your own business? Do you have a lot of business ideas but don’t know which one to pursue? Marco Carbajo SBA Blog Contributor Marco Carbajo is a business credit … road map for the early years of your business. Check out SBA's Business Plan Tool , it provides you with a … -
Husband and Wife Team Start Bilingual Pediatric Therapy Clinic
… Pediatric Therapy Clinic In the diverse landscape of healthcare, the need for pediatric therapy in Arkansas is … two decided to apply for a 7(a) Guaranteed Loan. “The SBA 7(a) Guaranteed loan was the catalyst that fueled the … care. In the heartbeat of every session, echoes the SBA’s crucial role in shaping the journey toward healing, … -
Should You Be Looking At New Franchise Opportunities?
… to investigating franchise opportunities, you have lots of choices these days. Joel Libava SBA Blog Contributor Joel Libava, The Franchise King®, is the … with United States Small Business Administration. (SBA) You can receive free business consulting and more at a … -
From Family Recipe to Farmers Markets and Beyond
… nearly 20 years earlier. As a daughter, mother, and spouse of military veterans, Hart has always valued good food to … to create a positive impact for her customers. Through SBA’s COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, … Impact Pitch, a small business competition hosted by SBA Resource Partner Business Impact NW, and was a finalist … -
This Entrepreneur Has a Story to Tell
… Beginning with just one employee and operating out of a basement office, Verdis focused on planning and design … woman-owned business and applied for acceptance into the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program, which she achieved … Idaho Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year, part of the SBA National Small Business Week awards. … This Entrepreneur … -
How Customers, Contacts and Caring Can Build a Paragon Force
… like talking to people” Sherri said. “I like taking care of people and helping them solve their problems. So if … Force operations,” Sherri said. Then Sherri worked with SBA contracting experts and resource partners at the Indiana … and administrative facilities with ample room to grow. “SBA resources helped me start Paragon Force,” she said, “and … -
Business Credit Card Offers: 5 Things You Should Look Out for
… personal and business expenses separate. Marco Carbajo SBA Blog Contributor Marco Carbajo is a business credit expert, author, speaker, and founder of the Business Credit Insiders Circle. He is a business … your personal credit but also helps establish the credit identity of your business . As a startup or existing … -
2022 Arkansas Minority-Owned Small Business of the Year: Latrobe, LLC
… 2022 Arkansas Minority-Owned Small Business of the Year: Latrobe, LLC Latanyua Robinson, President & CEO … has taken advantage of the free assistance provided by two SBA Resource Partners: Arkansas Small Business & Technology … within Crittenden County. The resources provided by the SBA have been instrumental in supporting the past, current, … -
Dandelion Cafe
… brunch spot that broke even within a couple months of adding food to the menu. Sarah even put her carpentry … the pandemic, Sarah was able to access funding through the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan program and the Paycheck … and Sarah Lieberman is currently a participant in the SBA’s Emerging Leaders initiative, an Executive-level series … -
Still Catering to a Higher Cause
… cooking globally inspired dishes with almost two decades of experience in the food service industry. The following … time. Based on her success, Mavis was recognized as the SBA Kentucky 2018 Woman Owned Small Business of the Year and … Nominated by SCORE mentor Carlin Stamm, Mavis was also the SBA Kentucky 2020 Small Business Person of the Year. When the … -
From Prison to Policy Reform: Innovative Labor CEO Paves Way for Returning Citizen Entrepreneurs
… for bank fraud, Troy Parker would be free in a matter of days. With a red bookbag containing extra clothes and … like his to apply for economic relief through the SBA resulted in a change in the application process—the … projects and advocates for returning citizens alongside SBA resource and local partners. Company Name: Innovative … -
Cisco's Salsa Company
… Bob Wilson Jr, and husband Dennis Henderson in the heart of historic ‘old town’ Tomball, TX. This family-owned … to expand and cover the outdoor dining area Next, SBA COVID relief programs came into play as focus shifted to … expenses. Currently, and after full utilization of SBA COVID relief programs, Cisco Salsa Company employs 48 … -
Business Trends to Keep Top of Mind in 2022
… Business Trends to Keep Top of Mind in 2022 December 7, 2021 Each new year brings a … get ready today. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … better position your business for success in 2022, and the SBA is committed to helping you on this journey. … Each new … -
Keep Your Business Safe from Cybersecurity Threats
… cyberattacks. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … and that, in turn, they are unlikely to be the target of a cyberattack. However, 28% of cyberattacks involve small … priority can save you time and money down the line. Visit sba.gov/cybersecurity , along with the Cybersecurity … -
Maine Small Business Manufacturer of the Year
… Maine Small Business Manufacturer of the Year For over 40 years, Central Maine has been home to … strong for years. First, Liberty Graphics received an SBA EIDL and both rounds of PPP loans to cope with the … to people and the environment. For these reasons, the SBA is pleased to award Liberty Graphics the 2022 Small … -
From Engineering Apprentice to Journeyman Engineer
… to Journeyman Engineer Don and Sheila Richardson, owners of Aspen Communications, an engineering firm in Prescott, … funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and offer free one-on-one counseling on all aspects of … and leveraged all the resources of the SBDC, SCORE and the SBA – why wouldn’t we use them? Our apprentice program …