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… Coordinated Law Enforcement Actions Results in Arrests of Seven Men in Connection with Fraudulent COVID-19 Relief Loan Applications Click Here to Sign Up for SBA OIG Email Updates on Recent Investigative Cases, Audit … administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury …

… Investment Themes Policy notice 879594 The purpose of this policy notice is to advise small business investment companies (SBICs) and SBIC applicants that SBA is updating its SBIC program priority investment themes as identified in SBA’s Small Business Investment Companies (SBIC) Program …

… Investments Policy notice 1000-879761 The purpose of this Notice is to advise small business investment … companies (SBICs) and SBIC applicants (Applicants) that SBA is updating its policies relating to warehousing investments, published in SBA’s SBIC Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) 10 10 1, dated …

… and community advocate dedicated to expanding the gift of running to everyone. She founded Ridgefield Running, a … and more connected with every mile. Megan has used SBA’s resource partners during her entrepreneurship journey … SCORE mentors. During the COVID-19 pandemic she received SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program loans and an Economic …

… the U.S. Small Business Administration, where she leads SBA’s efforts to help entrepreneurs start, grow expand and … challenges, she gained a practical understanding of the opportunities and obstacles America’s small businesses face every day. Prior to joining SBA, Kelly served three terms in the Washington State House …

… smashed windows and stolen livelihoods. Today, 81 percent of Americans say that crime is a “ major problem ” in our … price — and nowhere is that truer than in Washington, D.C. Theft in our nation’s capital — including the retail theft … owners — rose by 20 percent from 2020 to 2024 . At the end of last year, the city had the fourth-highest homicide rate …

… As Heather’s Choice grows, Kelly is also considering an SBA loan to help buy the business its own commercial kitchen … employee. Her business continues to grow and utilize SBA programs and services. “Lots of people like to give advice but not all of that advice is …

… & Sweets was birthed in 2015 by Joshua at the tender age of 10 years old. Like all entrepreneurs he had a desire and a … opportunity. He sought the help and guidance of SBA resource partner, The Catalyst Center for Business & … has him even more focused on working toward his dream.   SBA has played a vital role in the success of Peaceful …

… a small business. When an emergency happens, the safety of your employees and clients will depend on your smart … developing your capacity to be more resilient as leaders. SBA has partnered with Agility to offer business continuity … and to download disaster preparedness checklists. The SBA provides disaster recovery assistance in the form of …

… funding goal. Returning from Italy, and with the help of the Post and Weimer families, they set their sights on … a change in property ownership. Brandon credits utilizing SBA’s 7(a) Loan Program, with a loan issued by participating … capital for tenant improvements and expansion. SBA’s 7(a) Program guarantees small business loans issued by …

… and Joe Scully founded Corner Kitchen in 2004 in the heart of Asheville’s historic Biltmore Village.  For more than 20 … Kevin and Joe sought disaster loan assistance from the SBA.  The funding helped them to rebuild the historic … welcoming customers once again for nearly eight months. SBA is pleased to honor Corner Kitchen as the winner of its …

… Them CEO Elena Ledoux was an Uzbek immigrant, a mother of two boys and an attorney who practiced civil litigation … Corporation (NSDC), where they found out about the SBA 504 program. NSCD assisted Superb Maids in receiving an $85,000 SBA 504 Loan.     Superb Maids is now a leading Las Vegas …

… Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZones) Every year, SBA works with agencies to set their contracting and … goals . Each agency has different goals. The aggregate of all these goals meets the 23% target for the federal … questions or help accessing the scorecards, please contact SBA's Office of Policy, Planning, and Liaison at …

… separation between you and your business. 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 … for your company and registration be sure to check out SBA’s Business Guide . Step 2 – Obtain a Federal Tax ID …

… Audit of the Office of Disaster Assistance Improper Payment Appeal … of our audit of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA’s) Office of Disaster Assistance (ODA) improper payment … of authority by the PP&E Director.  However, we believe SBA should assess the current structure of the appeal process …

… entrepreneurs have the grit to push through the doubts of naysayers to fulfill their goals. John Maida, the founder … bought a larger 7,500 square foot warehouse in 2012 with a SBA 7(a) loan through INTRUST Bank . When his lease contract … the COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted the market. SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan helped Maida …

… 8-19 – Early-Defaulted Gulf Coast Disaster Loans Audit of Early-Defaulted Gulf Coast Hurricane Disaster Loans, … loans processed by the Small Business Administration (SBA). The objectives of the audit were to determine whether … Service Center, and consulted with representatives from SBA’s Office of the Chief Information Officer. To view the …

… well as become his own boss. He started out as an employee of a prominent construction company through which he gained … these challenges, so he sought the assistance of the SBA’s resource partners at the Small Business Development … program has served as a double benefit.   “Without the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development program, we would not have …

… Mothership Coffee Roasters was started in the heart of Sunrise Coffee, the longest running independent coffee … information about her company on the internet. The SBA has been a great boon for Juanny and her company. When … her great network of advisors, Juanny discovered SBA's Emerging Leaders program. This has been the solution to …

… Shelly wanted to create a local, safe and secure, state of the art facility to bring together the dog sporting … found a plot of land in Lancaster, NY and utilized an SBA 504 loan through Evans Bank and Pursuit Lending to … grew.  Through the local lenders, with support from SBA’s capital programs, Shelly believes there’s even more …