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Adjusting the Lens
… was not glamorous,” McCoy said. So, he moved on, landing a gig selling air time to companies wanting to advertise on … Broadcasting, and in January 2008 - with the help of a $2 million SBA-backed 7(a) loan - bought seven TV stations. With this purchase, … -
Administrator Carranza: “Entrepreneurship is a powerful vehicle for economic mobility, particularly when it is supported by pro-growth policies”
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Administrator McMahon: President Trump Encourages Congress to Work Together to Unlock the Extraordinary Promise of America’s Future
… an optimistic vision for American greatness that included a bold and inclusive agenda rooted in shared values. He extended a good-faith offer to Congress to work with him to lower the … makes the American dream of business ownership a reality. As the only go-to resource and voice for small … -
Administrator Linda McMahon's Official Statement on the President's First State of the Union Address
… the country visiting with small business owners, I hear a sense of optimism in our economy – entrepreneurs are thrilled to have a President who has proven he has listened to their concerns … future investments in America. The GDP is growing at a solid pace, and the stock market is at record highs, … -
Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman Announces Antwaun Griffin to Serve as SBA Chief of Staff
… new Chief of Staff for the Agency. “Antwaun will play a critical role in navigating our Agency through the … they need to get through the pandemic.” Mr. Griffin is a native of Richmond and a graduate of the University of Virginia. To learn more about … -
Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman Announces Initial Results of Restaurant Revitalization Fund
… and other establishments struggling to make ends meet as a result of the pandemic. The promising results send a clear message: The SBA is here to help America’s … aid equal to their pandemic-related revenue loss, with a cap of $10 million per business and $5 million per … -
Administrator Guzman Announces Hurricane Ida Assistance Now Over $110 Million
… Gulf Coast to the Northeastern states, Hurricane Ida left a wide swath of damage in its wake, and SBA’s mission-driven … “We’re committed to providing federal disaster loans with a customer-centric approach to help businesses, individuals … more than 2,600 low-interest disaster loans delivering a combined $110 million in financial assistance to areas … -
Administrator Guzman Announces Members of the Council on Underserved Communities
… Economic Alliance Steve Grossman, CEO, Initiative for a Competitive Inner City Chris James, President and CEO, The … start, grow, or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an … www.sba.gov . Article ID 21-115 Release Date December 7, 2021 Article Type Archived news release U.S. Small … -
Administrator Guzman Announces Expansion of the Women’s Business Center Network to All 50 States
… With this new WBC, the SBA will have officially opened a WBC in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. “Women are leading … and realize their American dream of starting and growing a successful business,” said Administrator Guzman. “With the … Rico for the first time in the SBA’s history, which is a milestone achievement against our mission to advance equity … -
Administrator Guzman Announces 70% Increase in Industries Eligible for Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program
… Federal Contracting Program (WOSB Program) based on a recent study analyzing industry gaps for women-owned … entrepreneurs. “President Biden came into office with a commitment to put equity at the heart of everything we do, … too long.” Per the Small Business Act, the SBA conducts a study every five years to identify industries in which … -
Administrator Guzman Announces Expanded Efforts to Aggressively Crack Down on Bad Actors and Prevent Fraud in Programs
… to the American public, the SBA’s efforts will encompass a multi-pronged approach that builds upon current activities … today are: The designation of Peggy Delinois Hamilton to a new role as SBA Special Counsel for Enterprise Risk to … facing the Agency, focusing on potential fraud exposure as a top priority, as well as the development of plans to reduce … -
Administrator Guzman Honors State Small Business Persons of the Year Award Winners
… Ceremony , May 2-5. This year’s NSBW theme, “ Building a Better America Through Entrepreneurship ,” highlights the … National Small Business Week will be observed May 1-7, 2022. It will celebrate our small businesses, provide … 60 years, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week, which … -
Administrator Guzman Cheers President Biden’s Selection to Lead SBA Rocky Mountain Region
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Administrator Guzman Announces Streamlined Support for Local Infrastructure Contractors with Improved Surety Bond Process
… the revamping of the Surety Guarantee Program represents a strategic investment in helping small businesses compete in … opportunities, and continue to lead the way in building a stronger, more equitable, and resilient American economy.” … these small business-friendly improvements will be a game-changer for our nation’s small business owners.” Small … -
Administrator Guzman Applauds Passage of Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Reauthorization, Committing to Scientific and Technology Innovation
… leader at the forefront of science and technology in a rapidly evolving global market. A new three-year reauthorization for SBIR is a significant win for our nation’s small businesses and the … -
Administrator Guzman Advances New Small Business Investment Company Reforms to Expand Access, Strengthen and Diversify SBA’s Public-Private Investment Partnership Program
… patient capital to support critical industries as we build a better America. I look forward to working with our private … “The SBIC Program was established in 1958 in response to a report published by the Federal Reserve Board acknowledging … and startups in our country’s economic vitality and a lack of adequate sources of private equity and long-term … -
Administrator Guzman Announces Path Forward for Veteran Small Business Certification Program
… Certification Program —including her intention to grant a one-year extension to firms verified by the Department of … shared much-anticipated news that she intends to grant a one-time, one-year extension to current veteran-owned small … Guzman added, “Our team is committed to supporting a smooth and seamless transition for our veteran customers … -
Administrator Guzman Applauds President Biden’s New Appointees to the U.S. Small Business Administration
… Cabinet for America’s 33 million small businesses, praised a new slate of key Biden-Harris Administration appointees … of Scheduling and Advance. Ms. Murray brings nearly a decade of experience working for multiple members of the … stakeholder engagement, and media relations for a range of corporate, nonprofit, advocacy, and crisis … -
Administrator Guzman Transforms SBA’s Disaster Enterprise to Strengthen Support for Disaster-Impacted Communities
… the newly reimagined and realigned office will play a critical role in supporting our customers as natural … for disaster relief in SBA’s history and builds on a successful record of helping communities recover,” said … Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience . “It’s a privilege to have worked on making Administrator Guzman’s …