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… Annual Maryland Small Business Week Awards Luncheon June 7 at Martin’s West in Woodlawn, Md.  This year’s winners are: … Each year since 1963, the president has issued a proclamation calling for the celebration of National Small … makes the American dream of business ownership a reality. As the only go-to resource and voice for small …

… are aware of the resources that can help them turn a big idea into another great American innovation story.” The … ecosystems across the country and building out a greater network to support the creation of small businesses … states. Each SBIR Road Tour stop will be hosted by a local organization involved in supporting entrepreneurs in …

… to promote the growth of women-owned businesses.  “It is a pleasure to welcome Kathy to the SBA’s team of talented … acumen, accomplishments and private sector experience are a great fit for the SBA’s programs and resources that help to … create jobs and drive economic growth.  Her background as a small business owner and business leader will be a …

… the SBA’s six District Offices that do not currently have a Women’s Business Center in their respective service area.  … must be existing private nonprofit organizations of a Women’s Business Center that have met their performance … along with any new grants.   The SBA’s WBC program is a catalyst for the growth of in-depth, substantive, …

… Accelerator Fund competition. The accelerators represent a broad set of industries and sectors from manufacturing to tech start-ups to farming with a diversified range of demographic groups.  Each organization will receive from the SBA a cash prize of $50,000. In accepting these funds, the …

… developed by visionary entrepreneurs that have a measurable impact on the lives of women and families, and … products and services and technologies will have a positive impact on women and families.  Today we celebrate …  We hope their experience in this competition will be a launchpad for future growth and opportunities.” The …

… and women who are interested in growing their businesses.  A study of WBENC certified women businesses shows that the average business has $7.7 million in annual revenue, 46 employees, and 14 years in …

… exporters and making the process as easy as possible is a key component of the Administration’s small business strategy. “The awards will provide a solid foundation for small businesses planning to enter and … created in 1953 and since January 13, 2012 has served as a Cabinet-level agency of the federal government to aid, …

… in the first three rounds (FY 2011, 2012, 2014) reported a strong return on federal taxpayer investment, generating … created in 1953 and since January 13, 2012, has served as a Cabinet-level agency of the federal government to aid, …

… technology, relaunched today with new partners and a greater emphasis on training users to make their businesses … The Technology Coalition ( www.sba.gov/techcoalition ) is a public-private partnership that educates users on topics … they start and grow their businesses. “These partners play a vital role as we work to ensure the Tech Coalition is the …

… Tour. “The last two years of the SBA Road Tour have been a huge success and we’ve engaged thousands of small … the nation, so we are excited to bring back the tour for a third year,” said John Williams, SBA Director of Innovation … are aware of the resources that can help them turn a big idea into another great American success story,” …

… SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet today announced a new initiative with Global Impact Investing Rating System … in low-to-moderate income (LMI) investment, which is a critical metric to ensure that the regions and cities of … served. In making the announcement, SBA Administrator and a member of President Obama’s cabinet, Maria Contreras-Sweet …

… Program (STEP).   Contreras-Sweet heralded the news as a boon for America’s small businesses: “Exporting provides … in the first three rounds (FY 2011, 2012, 2014) reported a strong return on federal taxpayer investment, generating …   FY2016 (Year 5) STEP Awards Awardees were determined via a competitive process, as required by the Trade Facilitation …

… Accelerator Fund Competition.  The recipients will receive a total of $3.4 million in prizes to boost the economic … created the Growth Accelerator Fund Competition in 2014 as a way to make new connections and strengthen existing bonds … business job creation and growth. These awards deliver on a longstanding commitment at SBA to strengthen and modernize …

… most iconic technology companies. These partners play a vital role as we work to educate entrepreneurs on the range … in the world.” SBA launched the SBTC earlier this year, a first-of-its-kind public-private partnership that provides … created in 1953 and since January 13, 2012 has served as a Cabinet-level agency of the federal government to aid, …

… Government Contracting and Business Development will host a conference call to announce the results of the 2015 Small … based on the agreed upon goals. Each federal agency has a different small business prime contracting goal. The SBA … RSVP for the event to Tiffani.Clements@sba.gov  by 10 a.m. on April 28       ### Summary WASHINGTON – On Thursday, …

… Administration (SBA) announced  today that it will launch a 20- state road tour led by the SBA’s Small Business … Innovation Road Tour. “Last year’s SBA Road Tour was a huge success and made it possible for us to engage … are aware of these resources that can help them turn a big idea into another great American success story.” This …

… technology start-ups, driving companies to move away from a traditional business plan to a more simplified, step-by-step approach.  It involves a cycle of consumer feedback and adaption to quickly take …