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MONDAY: Obama Cabinet Member in Lowell & Boston to Highlight Federal Programs for Small Business
… MONDAY: Obama Cabinet Member in Lowell & Boston to Highlight Federal Programs for Small Business WASHINGTON – … Cabinet, will be in Massachusetts on Monday, April 11, to highlight federal programs that boost small businesses. … Massachusetts – Tsongas Center 300 Martin Luther King Jr. Way Lowell, MA 01852 12:15pm Walking Tour of Bolling … -
SBA Administrator Recognizes Export Lenders of the Year
… I took over at the SBA, we have redoubled our efforts to grow small business exports. And I’m pleased to report that we broke records last year, guaranteeing $1.5 … export loans, today we are changing lives and paving the way for countless American small businesses to grow and … -
SBA Appoints Tracy Terrill as Chief Digital Officer
… today announced the recent appointment of Tracy Terrill to serve as Chief Digital Officer, a newly-created position at the SBA. “I'm delighted to announce the appointment of Tracy Terrill as the first … ensuring that the SBA leverages its digital capabilities to effectively serve entrepreneurs and small businesses." “I … -
SBA: Federal Government Breaks Contracting Record for Women-Owned Small Businesses
… contracting goal; 5.05 percent or $17.8 billion awarded to Women-Owned Small Businesses; Senior Administration … Cabinet, was joined by Valerie Jarrett, Senior Advisor to the President, Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez (D-NY-07), … opportunities for women-owned businesses, paving the way for new jobs and industries to be created.” Contracting … -
SBA Encourages Americans to Support Their Local Communities by Shopping Small On Small Business Saturday November 30
… SBA Encourages Americans to Support Their Local Communities by Shopping Small On Small … (SBA) is encouraging Americans across the country to shop small this November 30 as part of Small Business … www.sba.gov/saturday or visit www.smallbusinesssaturday.com . # # # Summary WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small … -
SBA’s November Web Chat Will Offer “How-To” Tips for Small Business Owners
… SBA’s November Web Chat Will Offer “How-To” Tips for Small Business Owners WASHINGTON – The start of … gearing up for holiday sales and they’re looking for ways to minimize their tax burdens, both of which can be crucial to a business’ success in the New Year. Now is a good time … -
New SBA Web Tool Helps with Market Research
… the country can now take advantage of a new business tool to help them compete and grow. The free tool, called SizeUp, … or entrepreneur. Tools like SizeUp deliver data right to the fingertips of business owners to help make smart decisions and have the greatest … -
SBA Kicks Off Young Entrepreneur Series
… Series Five-city tour offers young people advice and tools to start and grow businesses WASHINGTON – The White House and … with SBA officials, local business advisors and resources to help them start or grow their own small business. “For our … and encouraging business ownership is an important way to meet that goal.” SBA will hold five YES forums that … -
Final Regulations Will Strengthen 8(a) Business Development Program for Small Businesses
… a package of final rules that will revise regulations to strengthen its 8(a) Business Development program to better ensure that the benefits flow to the intended recipients and help prevent waste, fraud and … -
Statement from Administrator Mills on Urging Continued Support for Small Businesses’ Recovery Loan Programs
… today issued the following statement regarding efforts to ensure continued funding for two key provisions first … and Recovery Act (ARRA) of 2009: “Two key enhancements to SBA’s loan programs – increased guarantees and reduced … Loan Queue. The queue is an efficient and transparent way to ensure that every remaining dollar possible is made … -
SBA Administrator Appoints New Members to National Small Business Development Center Advisory Board
… SBA Administrator Appoints New Members to National Small Business Development Center Advisory Board … today announced the appointment of six new members to the National Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) Advisory Board. “We are delighted to welcome new board members who bring with them a strong … -
SBA Regional Administrator Rob Scott’s Statement on the Paycheck Protection Program’s Second Round of Funding
… Program’s Second Round of Funding “The SBA is committed to ensuring the Paycheck Protection Program funding is going to small businesses via a fast and fair process. In part of … round. And, small- and medium-sized lenders lead the way; lending institutions with less than $50 billion in … -
Carranza Implements Automatic Deferment on Existing SBA Disaster Loans Through End of 2020
… Administrator Jovita Carranza announced changes to help borrowers still paying back SBA loans from previous … borrowers of home and business disaster loans do not have to contact SBA to request deferment. “The SBA is looking at every option and … -
SBA Houston accepting Applications for 2020 Emerging Leaders Training Program
… entrepreneurs throughout the 32-county district to participate in a free, seven-month Emerging Leaders … each participating entrepreneur will learn immediate ways to improve their business and will create a three-year strategic growth plan to build a sustainable business of size and scale. Emerging … -
SBA Announces Funding Competition to Organizations Providing Training to Women Veteran Entrepreneurs
… SBA Announces Funding Competition to Organizations Providing Training to Women Veteran Entrepreneurs WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small … “Women veteran entrepreneurs have contributed in a major way to the growth of the U.S. economy, bringing in $10 … -
2020 Small Business Owners from Alaska Honored by SBA Alaska District as Part of Annual National Small Business Week
… and celebrations were postponed this year due to the Coronavirus outbreak. “National Small Business Week is a time to recognize the impact entrepreneurs and small businesses … tenacity remain the same as small business owners continue to inspire us in new and meaningful ways.” 2020 winners from … -
SBA and lenders take more steps to improve Paycheck Protection Program
… SBA and lenders take more steps to improve Paycheck Protection Program WASHINGTON – – Today, … Administration and lenders are taking more strides to improve the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) so that … than $100,000 Reaching rural communities in a meaningful way; 28% of businesses who have received funding this round … -
SBA Launches 6th Annual Growth Accelerator Fund Competition, Debuts SBIR Catalyst to Award over $5 Million in Prizes
… Growth Accelerator Fund Competition, Debuts SBIR Catalyst to Award over $5 Million in Prizes WASHINGTON – The U.S. … entrepreneurs in research and development (R&D). New to this year’s competition, two tracks will run totaling over … SBIR Catalyst programs are important parts of our efforts to support high-tech, deep-tech startups, by developing a … -
READOUT: The U.S. Small Business Administration Hosts Webinar for Small Business Owners on Economic Aid and Recovery for Atlantic and Southeast Regions
… “Across the country, small firms have stepped up to serve their neighbors during these dark times. The … Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, has gone a long way towards helping business owners get back on their feet. … of the Small Business Committee, I’m continuing the work to ensure the interests of small businesses are front and …