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Transitioning from Service to Startup
https://www.sba.gov/blog/transitioning-service-startup… serves as Deputy Associate Administrator for the Office of Government Contracting & Business Development. Read more … 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 … -
Everything is better sunny side up
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/everything-better-sunny-side… a research project at Purdue University’s Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering he discovered a … and affordable in tech deficient parts of the world.” How SBA resources helped: Dr. Ilelegi reached out to the nearby … U.S. Department of Commerce Gold Key Program and with the SBA-funded Indiana State Trade Expansion Program (IN-STEP). … -
Paycheck Protection Program Keeps Ovens Burning, Workers Employed at Vauxhall Takeout Barbeque Restaurant
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/paycheck-protection-program-keeps-ovens-burning-workers-employed-vauxhall-takeout-barbeque… Takeout Barbeque Restaurant In the Vauxhall section of Union is a hidden hole-in-the-wall that attracts a steady … that Finnick was able to secure thanks to a $75,000 SBA Community Advantage Loan and Microloan for $15,000 from … pork, fried shrimp, and catfish. In just a short time, the SBA assistance has helped Mama’s Southern Style BBQ 2, LLC … -
NetSoft Success Story
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/netsoft-success-story… NetSoft Success Story At the age of five, Byron Davis told his mother he wanted to be a … Administration through his accountant and said the SBA has been instrumental in the advancement of NetSoft … and strategies for their growing business. He used an SBA loan program in 2019 to buy out his business partner and … -
Tacoma Architect Grows with Diverse Portfolio of Public and Private Projects
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/tacoma-architect-grows-diverse-portfolio-public-private-projects… Tacoma Architect Grows with Diverse Portfolio of Public and Private Projects Founded in 2010, Weddermann … that were all new to me.” The Washington SBDC, an SBA Resource Partner , is a network of more than 40 advisors … able to purchase her first building with funding from the SBA 7(a) Loan Guarantee Program in 2016. In 2021, after … -
Here’s how to avoid disaster recovery scams
https://www.sba.gov/blog/heres-how-avoid-disaster-recovery-scams… caused by Hurricane Michael. 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 Last … -
Former Cuban Military Sergeant Sentenced to Federal Prison in Pandemic Benefits Fraud Conspiracy
https://www.sba.gov/article/2025/12/05/former-cuban-military-sergeant-sentenced-federal-prison-pandemic-benefits-fraud-conspiracy… Benefits Fraud Conspiracy Click Here to Sign Up for SBA OIG Email Updates on Recent Investigative Cases, Audit … News Click Here to View the Original U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Press Release Fifth Iowa Meatpacking Plant … Worker Sentenced in $2.4 Million Scheme to Defraud the SBA A former sergeant in the Cuban military, who obtained … -
Dee Decimus Holmes, All Embracing Home Care
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/dee-decimus-holmes-all-embracing-home-care… Dee is a passionate and dedicated entrepreneur, the owner of All Embracing Home Care, a professional in-home care … started by receiving one-on-one no-cost consultations with SBA resource partners. From legal entity structure and … plan that was banker ready so she could request an SBA loan, Dee worked side by side with resource partners to … -
Five Ways to Give Your Business A Strategic Refresh
https://www.sba.gov/blog/five-ways-give-your-business-strategic-refresh… Business A Strategic Refresh March 23, 2017 Do any one of these five simple refresh ideas and you’ll help yourself … business plan. Tim Berry Tim Berry is founder and Chairman of Palo Alto Software and bplans.com. He has an MBA from … framework for any business. First, think about your identity as a business. That’s what makes it unique. It’s … -
Celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week by Encouraging Small Business Exporting
https://www.sba.gov/blog/celebrating-global-entrepreneurship-week-encouraging-small-business-exporting-0… tools to compete on the world stage. Ninety six percent of the world’s population lives outside of the United States, … advantage of growth opportunities in foreign markets. The SBA’s Office of International Trade has taken a number of … take your company global. Once ready to sell abroad, the SBA’s Office of International Trade offers financial … -
Hopping Gnome Brewing Expanding Its Footprint In Wichita
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/hopping-gnome-brewing-expanding-its-footprint-wichita… Brewing Expanding Its Footprint In Wichita After years of homebrewing beer, Torrey Lattin dreamed of making a living … in business, so we worked with organizations like the SBA , NetWork Kansas, and the Kansas SBDC to create a … it through the earlier days of the pandemic with help from SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. The SBA’s … -
5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Plan to Start a Business
https://www.sba.gov/blog/5-key-questions-ask-yourself-if-you-plan-start-business… important financial decisions, and completing a series of legal activities. You will need to set goals, put plans … adjustments and grow your business. Marco Carbajo SBA Blog Contributor Marco Carbajo is a business credit … these key questions will help define your business identity. Once you identify your business identity it’s … -
A clear path forward
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/clear-path-forward… He saw the effects low wages, no respect and lack of career advancement opportunities had on his peers and … and respect were at the forefront of all he achieved. How SBA resources helped: Wilburn credits the Hoosier Heartland … capabilities. During the pandemic, Wilburn secured both an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan and an SBA Paycheck … -
Small Business Development Centers Go Above and Beyond
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Take Action to Protect Your Business Ahead of the Storm
https://www.sba.gov/blog/take-action-protect-your-business-ahead-storm… Take Action to Protect Your Business Ahead of the Storm August 25, 2017 There’s a big storm bearing down on the Gulf Coast. Linda McMahon Former SBA Administrator Linda McMahon served as the 25th … preparedness tips in English and Spanish.Once a disaster declaration is made, the U.S. Small Business Administration … -
5 Major Reasons to Monitor Your Business Credit Reports
https://www.sba.gov/blog/5-major-reasons-monitor-your-business-credit-reports… Your Business Credit Reports May 24, 2019 The accuracy of the data being reported about your business shows your … suppliers, lenders and other businesses. Marco Carbajo SBA Blog Contributor Marco Carbajo is a business credit … changes to your report that could impact your business 3) Identity any issues or areas in your report that can be … -
Domina Consulting Lifts Diverse Small Businesses with WWBIC Assistance
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/domina-consulting-lifts-diverse-small-businesses-wwbic-assistance… Domina Consulting in Racine in early 2021 with the goal of helping other small minority-owned businesses obtain the … through contracting. Solution Amanda has been a client of SBA Women’s Business Center WWBIC, which has a location in Racine/Kenosha. She received SBA pandemic assistance as well as a $5,000 grant from the … -
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Cross-Country Latino Prosperity Tour
https://www.sba.gov/article/2023/feb/10/biden-harris-administration-announces-cross-country-latino-prosperity-tour… Tour WASHINGTON – Following President Biden's State of Union address on Tuesday, SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman traveled to … family and community. About the Latino Prosperity Tour SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, the … -
A Journey of Strength and Service
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/journey-strength-service… A Journey of Strength and Service Jeff Hall, a seasoned healthcare … for veterans’ issues. Jeff Hall’s connection with the SBA equipped him with guidance and support in strategic … community engagement, and government contracting. The NH SBA had the opportunity to discuss his experiences and how …