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Eye Center of Houston
… today. With the help of Wallis Bank and a SBA 7(a) loan, Dr. Faheem was able to turn his vision into a reality … open the Eye Center of Houston in July 2015. Although the business is located on a major bus stop and only minutes from … done and I always felt the need to fulfill that.” For a small $10 donation, a patient in need receives an eye exam, … -
Brown Suga Stationery & Design Born Out of the Need for a Creative Outlet
… her to join E-for-All’s accelerator program to support her business development. While participating in E-for-All’s … and the high costs of sourcing materials. The NBEDC’s Business Support Officer Marianella Perry has also been a key … benefiting the citizens of New Bedford. Grant and loan programs include NBForward for existing businesses, … -
Engineer Brings the Dessert Flavors of Mumbai to San Francisco with SBA Assistance
… and spices—was indispensable. While preparing to start her business, Priti signed up for a series of classes at the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center’s Women’s Business Center to help her write her business plan. Soon thereafter, Priti and her wife, Madhuri … -
Lush Banners
… she recognized an opportunity to start her own ecommerce business offering custom displays at a higher quality and … with a banker during the program and secured a commercial loan to purchase her building in Richmond, Texas. Viona … churches, hospitals, university, non-profits, and other small businesses. Despite all the hard-work and success, … -
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Dawson’s Management
… she said. She has received counseling services through the Small Business Development Center and is a graduate of the SBA … also an 8(a) program participant and has the Woman-Owned Small Business and HUBZone certifications. “Despite initially … -
Tamarack Tap Room Finds a Way Forward with SBA Assistance
… and the Taproom received financial support from the U.S. Small Business Administration. His restaurants benefited from the Economic Injury Disaster Loan and Advance, the Paycheck Protection Program, and SBA … -
Closing the digital divide: SBA helps firm upscale & serve
… footage from 5,000 to 16,500 square feet, upscaling his business and increasing AGB’s workforce. SBA’s 504 lending … of up to $5 million for major fixed assets that promote business growth and job creation. 504 loans are available … The new AGB headquarters as a result of the 504 SBA loan became a staple in the community for those in need of … -
Austin Company Finds Success in the Global Marketplace with Help from SBA and the Department of Commerce
… as NAFTA professionals, to work in the U.S. in prearranged business activities. Optimal is now launching into direct … Expansion Program (STEP) funding, administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration to participate in the State of … After reviewing the business plan and discussing the loan structure with Allal, the bank approved the loan. The … -
Gabriel Wander - A Man on a Mission
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When To Say No To A Franchise Opportunity
… come easily. Big decisions like becoming the owner of a business are difficult ones to make. I’ve always said that … and ask them what they’ve heard about the franchise business closings. Maybe they knew a few of the franchisees … to keep up with the constantly changing laws governing small business and franchising. They’re “ in the know .” But … -
New Ownership and Same Strong Company Culture
… several hours, they discovered that both shared the same business values and philosophy on company culture. So, Ingrid … had obtained an SBA Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan during the pandemic, attended SBA training events over … culture – is the best advice I can offer for any small business owner.” The result – a happy ending for … -
Painting a Brighter Future for All
… Future for All Justin Sousa’s journey with the family business began as a teenager when he learned the art of … Industrial Park Drive in 2016 with the help of an SBA 504 Loan from Capital Regional Development Council and … a lasting impact on the community. “Sousa Signs is a model small business in how they operate within the community and … -
Wetland Plants Inc.
… The resource she turned to was the Elizabeth City Small Business and Technology Development Center. Working with … Training Grant and the NCGrowth Grant). “When you’re a small business in a rural community, and in a unique field, … -
SBA Microlending Success Story: Miriam’s Earthen Cookware Bootstrapped and Built in Her Own Backyard
… to allow no radiation of toxins into your food. Backyard Business Building Armed with this epiphany, Miriam decided … this valuable knowledge to the world by starting her own business, Miriam’s Earthen Cookware. Kattumuri started off … Director of Economic Development and Brenda Bobadilla, Loan Officer at Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corp., … -
Minority-Owned Roofing Company Adds Competitive Edge with SBA Programs
… “construction worker by training” with limited college and business education, he reached out for assistance learning … SBA programs and services. Hackett initially attended the Small and Disadvantaged Business Opportunities Council’s … Protection Program and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program to help the company continue operations and move … -
JMLM Restaurants Recipe for Success with Support from SBA
… Manny launched JMLM Restaurants, and purchased his first business – a pizza place in Prior Lake, and eventually … Cincinnati Airport. SBA has supported Manny throughout his business journey, from startup to expansion, and navigating … was recognized as SBA’s Minnesota Minority Owned Small Business in 2024. Manny is willing to contribute to the … -
‘Bringing People Together Again' at the Throwback Brewery
… Lee and Nicole Carrier pursued their vision of starting a small brewery operation in a small New Hampshire warehouse that would brew great beer and … food. In 2020, the pandemic affected Nicole and Annette’s business dramatically. When covid first hit, they … -
Thriving Artisans Crafting Community Connections at the Hannah Grimes Marketplace in Keene
… Marketplace’s mission goes beyond retail; it serves as a business incubator dedicated to supporting local artists, … regional businesses like SBA 2023 NH Home-Based Business of the Year, Beeline Skin Care, a woman owned and … based on honey and beeswax. Finally, there are the small operations, often just starting out or looking to break …