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… located in Gulfport, MS and have doubled the size of their offices which are currently staffed with 27 … and Canada.  AGJ received business counseling from the SBA. The business was financed with a $20,000 loan from Hancock Bank backed by the SBA Express program. AGJ has received a SBA 7(a) Loan. …

… Pandemic-Relief Fraud Schemes 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 An Illinois businessman was … counts of money laundering and two counts of aggravated identity theft. The FBI and Small Business Association Office …

… Through PPP Loan Some people are born with a keen sense of purpose--a passion to heal and help their communities. Dr. … his options, and his accountant informed him about the SBA Paycheck Protection Program. Dr. Forbes then contacted an SBA lender to explore the resources available to help him …

… Restoration in the Nation’s Capital For Bob Markarian of Northwood, New Hampshire, the path to becoming the 2026 SBA Veteran‑Owned Small Business of the Year was shaped by a … recognition.” During economic challenges, Bob utilized the SBA Express Loan program through TD Bank, along with the …

… the world where I saw firsthand the transformative effect of innovation, science and technology on global economies. But not until I joined SBA did I come to appreciate the outsized contributions of … firms that innovated and took advantage of technology (and SBA assistance) to grow. So why aren’t more U.S. small …

… Investment Firm Named Small Business Investment Company of the Year WASHINGTON – Eagle Fund III, LP of St. Louis, … growth. The SBIC of the Year award is administered by the SBA’s Office of Investment.  This office was established … which provides U.S. taxpayer guaranteed long-term loans to SBA-licensed SBICs. The SBICs use these taxpayer guarantees …

… file your NAICS appeal with OHA within 10 calendar days of the issuance of the solicitation or within 10 calendar … Where to file We accept appeals by email at ohafilings@sba.gov or fax at 202-205-7059. Appeals sent to other email … designation, and The U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) Office of General Counsel, Associate General Counsel for …

… ROM 10-14 - Memorandum on the Accuracy of Recovery Act Contract Award Obligations Reported to the … information reported by the Small Business Administration (SBA) to Recovery.gov. During our audits of Recovery Act … will appear on Recovery.gov before posting. Therefore, SBA must ensure complete and accurate reporting of Recovery …

… or other essentials without the punishing interest rates of credit cards. What makes Microloans different is how personal they are. SBA Microloans are distributed through local, nonprofit … up with hidden fees or high rates. Speaking of rates, most SBA Microloans fall between 8% and 13% interest, with up to …

… International and Beyond Prior to SBA assistance, Farm Fresh Produce Inc. brokered produce from … vendors made it difficult to manage and ensure the quality of the product sold to customers. In addition, prepackaged … began working with Self-Help Ventures Fund to obtain a SBA Guaranty for a 504 Loan in 2016. Through this …

… Entrepreneurial Roots in Omaha, Nebraska Mark Santo, owner of Mark VII Enterprises, has been in the construction … But a lunch in June 2010 with a then-employee of SBA’s resource partner the Nebraska Business Development … helped me do what I’m supposed to be doing. NBDC, SCORE, SBA – he always told me who to go to, where to go, and what …

… Risk Awareness and Lessons Learned from Prior Audits of Entrepreneurial Development Programs White Paper on Risk … Programs Report 20-13 This White Paper provides SBA information regarding lessons learned and identified … on existing controls. This document is intended to assist SBA with ensuring that funds are used as intended and that …

… Obama Cabinet Member to visit Ste. Genevieve, Mo., as part of Main Street Road Tour WASHINGTON – Maria Contreras-Sweet , … on area small businesses and community development. WHAT: SBA Administrator visit to Ste. Genevieve, Mo.   WHEN :   … Celebration.     MEDIA RSVP:  June Teasley, june.teasley@sba.gov , (816) 206-0409 Monday, July 4 by 9 a.m. About the …

… Revitalization Council. The Council, chaired by Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Ben Carson and comprised of … agencies, including the Small Business Administration (SBA), will engage with all levels of government on ways to … a needed boost to their own vibrant communities,” said SBA Administrator Linda McMahon. “Nearly 35 million Americans …

… Owner of Local Restaurant Pleads Guilty to Laundering COVID Funds Click Here to Sign Up for SBA OIG Email Updates on Recent Investigative Cases, Audit … Inc., applied for a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan of $350,000. The loan was part of a Covid era …

… The couple funded the venture with proceeds from the sale of their home and retirement resources. Lawrence and Ti’Juana … and training to small businesses including working with SBA to develop and provide informational tools to support … they are receiving counseling support from Carl Knoblock, SBA VA District Director. During the COVID pandemic, FamMat …

… General William W. Kirk was sworn in as Inspector General of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) on January 6, 2026, following confirmation by the U.S. … General, Mr. Kirk provides independent oversight of SBA’s programs and operations—safeguarding taxpayer …

… visit St. Francisville and New Orleans, Louisiana as part of Main Street Road Tour WASHINGTON – Maria Contreras-Sweet , … parts of the city and meet with small businesses. WHAT:   SBA Administrator visit to St. Francisville and New Orleans, … with city officials. MEDIA RSVP:   Sophia Kim, sophia.kim@sba.gov , (202) 427-7841Friday, July 8 by 8 a.m. To learn …

… Business Development Center (WSBDC) has perfected the art of building productive partnerships to help Washington … important partner, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), to recruit companies to join the mission. SBA’s State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) helped finance a …

… If you are starting a small business, there is no shortage of advice on the steps you should take: registering your … and licenses. U.S. Small Business Administration The SBA works to ignite change and spark action so small … Because knowing where to start can be challenging, the SBA has tools to help make writing a business plan less …