SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of Florida Affected by Severe Storms and Tornadoes
Florida businesses and residents affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes on Jan. 8-9 are eligible to apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman announced today. Administrator Guzman made the loans available in response to a letter from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ authorized representative Kevin Guthrie, on March 25 requesting a disaster declaration by the SBA. Businesses and residents in the declared
Florida SBDC Network State Director Named Among State’s Most Influential Leaders
The Florida SBDC Network, the state’s principal provider of business assistance, is pleased to announce that Greg Britton, state director, has been named among the state’s most influential business leaders by Florida Trend. This week, the magazine published the “Florida 500” list, which highlights the 500 most influential people in Florida. According to Florida Trend, “this immense, research initiative by the editors of Florida Trend has resulted in a personal, engaging look at the state’s most
Florida SBDC Network Urges Preparation for Hurricane Season
The Florida SBDC Network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, urges small business owners to prepare for the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season, which begins today and extends through Nov. 30. According to a forecast by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the 2022 season is predicted to be above-normal, with a range of 14 to 21 named storms, of which six to 10 could become hurricanes, including three to six major hurricanes. The Florida SBDC Network encourages
Florida SBDC Announces Inaugural Small Business Success Summit
The Florida SBDC Network Small Business Success Summit will take place June 27-28, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. This inaugural event will bring small business owners, Florida SBDC Network experienced business consultants, and partners from across the state together to help small business owners access capital, win contracts, and make valuable connections. The summit will feature keynote speakers, over 12 breakout sessions, and networking opportunities that will allow small business professionals to walk away with
Florida SBDC Network, FloridaMakes Announce Partnership to Aid State's Small Manufacturers
The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network and FloridaMakes have formalized a strategic partnership to support Florida’s small manufacturers. The partnership will provide greater access to and awareness of Florida SBDC Network and FloridaMakes training and resources for small manufacturers in Florida. The agreement will foster greater communication, cross-referrals, understanding of each other’s services, and collaboration on training and programs for small manufacturers across the
Discover How To Boost Productivity, Find Your Audience Online, Create Social Media Content & Protect Your Data at BizTech
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