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Entrepreneurship for Military Spouses
… that military spouses make incredible sacrifices as well. One of them may be their own careers as they frequently move, … Our Heroes Military Spouse Summit in Washington, D.C. One panelist, Lakesha Cole, spoke about how entrepreneurship … has a real estate license or a hairstylist’s license in one state, we want to make it easier to transition that to … -
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SBA Teams with Tech Heavyweights to Help American Small Businesses Go Digital
… important to entrepreneurs including online commerce and payment platforms, efficiency of back-office operations, … to build businesses that are ready to compete from day one. SBA started this effort with our 'Startup in a Day' … to start, manage and grow a small business; from day one, our technology has been designed expressly for that … -
Mary Lyn Baker of DH Casters Rolls with Her Customers
… the perfect casters and wheels for long. This is just one piece of DH Casters’ customer service strategy. DH Casters has 13 full time employees who are highly knowledgeable about all of … of business. Beyond casters and wheels, Mary Lyn makes time for her community locally and globally. She works with … -
Interview with a Small Business Owner, Who also Happens to be a Military Spouse
… and then transitioned to cable advertising sales. At the time, I worked with a lot of small businesses and learned … spouses. I was listening to Jen Pilcher from Military One Click speak the other day. She says that being a military … the interview process. I just need help doing it. I called one of my military entrepreneur friends because she has a … -
Tax Credits for Your Business
… of your employees’ premiums You have fewer than 25 full-time and full-time equivalent employees. Your average payroll … from you in the preceding year, there’s at least one plan participant who isn’t a highly-compensated employee … The employee must be on your payroll for at least one year and receive no more than $72, 000 annually (adjusted … -
St. Louis Company Grows Over 200 Percent by Looking to Export Markets
… to travel! I was working for a domestic food broker at the time that represented manufacturers here in the U.S. Around … A lot of our sales are through large customers on long payment terms. We would not have the cash flow to make those … that are considering selling abroad? D: Step number one, go to the SBA. The other more general idea is when I … -
I Get to Work With Robots All Day
… would be forgiven for not knowing the building is home to one of the most technologically advanced manufactures in … once he got KAD up and running, COVID hit. “It was a tough time. At first, we were not considered essential, so we did … Technical Career Center’s Advanced Manufacturing program. “One of our newest and youngest employees recently told me, … -
A STEP to Finding Customers Overseas: Grants for Small Businesses
… resources they need to get them through this unprecedented time.” Since then, much attention has gone to SBA’s loan … Memorandum of Understanding with Asian Medical Center, one the leading hospitals in the world, and shortly … flexible and adaptable during our volatile time has proven successful for this STEP client. And there … -
5 Things to Know About Your Balance Sheet
… a glimpse into how the company is doing financially. One of the key indices is the debt ratio, which is the ratio … that can be made. Comparing owner’s equity from one period to the next shows you how your investment is … business. In fact, your accounting product can prepare one for you automatically based on the information you … -
Maine 2024 Small Business Person of the Year, Matt Polstein, New England Outdoor Center
… for more opportunities to grow. Unfortunately, by the time New England Outdoor Center was ready to expand again, … in revenue that came with them, NEOC has now become one of the largest employer in the Katahdin region, with 28 … up to 64 additional part time and seasonal employees in one of the most rural parts of the state. As a true advocate … -
Pharmaceutical Company Receives SBA PPP Loans & Research Grants
… received a prestigious SBIR Bridge Award for $3 million. One unexpected opportunity for Bexion was being located in Kentucky, one of a very few states that has a matching funds program. … the middle of a pandemic provided a life-line at a crucial time.” … Pharmaceutical Company Receives SBA PPP Loans & … -
Robin Tucker Blankets the Area with Comfort and Careers
… SBA EIDL was our cushion during the pandemic.” Tucker was one of millions of small business owners across the country … this special SBA, long-term direct loan offering a 30-year payment plan and low interest rate. The lifeline was fitting … July, Tucker set up a desk in her sunroom and started her one-woman business, Tucked with Care, LLC, aptly named for … -
SBA Tops $75 Million in Disaster Assistance Loans for Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslides and Mudslides
… up to 30 years. SBA disaster loan borrowers have up to one year from the date of the note to begin making payments. … only on the amount disbursed. SBA continues to provide one-on-one assistance to disaster loan applicants at all the … -
7 Ideas for Marketing to Existing Customers
… among existing customers so that they return to you next time they need what you sell? Regular communication is key. … landscaping or luxury products. At an appropriate time after the sale — anywhere from two weeks to a month, … wedding anniversary or the anniversary of the first time they do business with you are all natural times to reach … -
Diana Davis - Her Journey of Dedication and Determination
… for IntegriWard was a long. She spent considerable time on the road and meeting with facility managers and … and parental leave. Diana speaks of her whole team as one big family of trusted team members and her very first … the company 12 years later. She spends a great deal of time mentoring others interested in starting or growing their … -
Office of Investment and Innovation
… press release Learn more about the program and 2024 Stage One awardees Applying for the competition Visit America's … -
Celebrating two years of service to the SBA and America’s 30 million small businesses
… Bible upon which I placed my hand, I can truly say it was one of the proudest moments of my life. Over the past two … 68 District Offices and our headquarters are operating as one SBA, with a renewed focus on the constituents we serve. … Harvey, Irma and Maria – while cutting the approval time almost in half Job Creation: In FY 2018, the SBA has … -
Deck the Walls
… For small businesses, increased competition can make this time of year more challenging. However, there are plenty of … Lures If you’re trying to attract families — spending time with family is another reason consumers cite for … wrapping and customers are happy to make a small donation. One sure seller this holiday season is gift cards. The …