Success stories

Strength, Resilience, and a Little Sauce are the Ingredients for a New Beginning in Oregon

When Lisa Tran’s parents escaped Vietnam in 1976 after the capital city of Saigon fell to North Vietnam, they would embark on a harrowing journey and endure unspeakable hardships to carve out a new...

Federal Grant Provides Laughs

By Danny Monahan Small Business Administration Vermont District Office A recipient of one of the largest Shuttered Venue Operator Grants awarded in Vermont is scheduled to host its grand re-opening...

Sisters United in Business

Mary Jane Culhane, co-owner of Culhane’s Irish Pub, started the business along with her sisters Lynda, Michelle, and Aine in 2005. The sisters had a dream when they left their family farm in Limerick...

Security Guard to Security Services Provider

Printella Bankhead, President of EBS Security Inc. (EBS) started her business in 2002 with limited resources and 1 client. EBS provides armed/unarmed security services, as well as bodyguard, and...

Historic Bookshop Moves to Historic Block

By Danny Monahan SBA Vermont District Office Established in 1749, Vermont’s first chartered town exudes history and charm. It’s the former home and burial site of one of America’s most celebrated...

David Alcorta Catering

Graduating in 2009 with a degree in Baking and Pastries, Alcorta began his culinary career as an Event Manager at a large restaurant chain. In February of 2014, David Alcorta Catering opened its doors...

8(a) Certification Creates New Expansion Opportunities

By Norman Eng, Public Affairs Specialist After working for several years as a human resources manager in home health care – Judith Joseph saw a growth opportunity in the industry and began exploring...

Company Uses SBA 8(a), HUBZone and PPP to Grow and Survive the Pandemic

Since 1986, Grōt, Incorporated has provided electrical and IT work for building construction, industrial and commercial projects. In 2002, the company became SBA HUBZone certified. Realizing that...