Success stories
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Murdock Webbing Advances Domestic Manufacturing through Innovation and SBA Support
A Rhode Island-based textile manufacturer is strengthening operations, workforce development, and government contracting with support from SBA resources Murdock Webbing, a Rhode Island-based textile...
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From Army Service to Historic Restoration in the Nation’s Capital
For Bob Markarian of Northwood, New Hampshire, the path to becoming the 2026 SBA Veteran‑Owned Small Business of the Year was shaped by a lifetime of hard work, curiosity, and craftsmanship. Bob’s...
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One Earth – One Mission
One Earth Body Care, of Plymouth is the U.S. Small Business Administration’s New Hampshire 2026 Micro-Enterprise Business of the Year. This honor recognizes the company’s outstanding commitment to...
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2026 NH SBA Small Business Manufacturer of the Year and New England Rural Business of the Year
Tucked into the village of Intervale, New Hampshire, Peter Limmer & Sons spent a century handcrafting boots trusted by outdoor enthusiasts and professionals. Each pair is built using traditional...
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Turning Passion into Purpose - Helping People of all Ages Find Their Voice
The U.S. Small Business Administration named Heather Gray, M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-AAC, ATP, founder of Gray Consulting and Therapy of Londonderry NH, the 2026 SBA Woman Owned Small Business of the Year...
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From Family Roots to Industry Leader - A Legacy in Manufacturing
The U.S. Small Business Administration named Macy Industries, Inc. and Approved Sheet Metal, LLC as the New Hampshire 2026 Jeffrey Butland Family-Owned Business of the Year, recognizing the company’s...
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2026 Small Business Persons of the Year: Mark Doble and Walter D. "Buddy" Everhart, Jr. of Aviator Brewing Company
What began in 2008 as a small brewery in an airplane hangar has expanded into multiple offerings and venues, including the Aviator Brewery & Taproom, the Hangar Bar, the SmokeHouse, the Pizzeria &...
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2026 Phoenix Award for Disaster Recovery: Corner Kitchen
Kevin Westmoreland and Joe Scully founded Corner Kitchen in 2004 in the heart of Asheville’s historic Biltmore Village. For more than 20 years, the restaurant has served handcrafted, Southern-inspired...