Learn how the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC) helped a veteran open and grow his metal buildings business. The UGA SBDC provided the business with a loan, marketing assistance, and strategic planning. The business grew from $3 million in revenue in 2020 to $18 million in revenue in 2023. The UGA SBDC also helped the business owner start other businesses in his community. The post UGA helps with strategic marketing and business decisions to help expand business appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

Sure, here is an excerpt for the blog post: From a simple observation to a thriving business, Nick and Tonya Rintye's journey with Locally Made Savannah exemplifies the power of dreams and the transformative impact of support. With the unwavering guidance of the University of Georgia SBDC, they transformed a void in the Savannah community into a vibrant hub celebrating local artistry and empowering artisans to flourish. Their story is a beacon of inspiration, demonstrating that with passion, dedication, and the right mentorship, even the most ambitious entrepreneurial aspirations can become a ..read more

By Barbara Nuss, CPA, Profit Soup The Statement of Cash Flow Has the Answer Any seasoned business owner or advisor has seen it happen. The business showed a handsome profit at the end of the year and mysteriously the cash balance plummeted. The first question the owners, accountants and lenders ask is, “where is all […] The post If I Made That Much Profit, Where Is All the Cash? appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

By Hope Tinney, Washington SBDC AUBURN, Wash.—After another conversation with her husband about problems at his work, Mari Borrero told him, “Look, you have a choice. If you don’t like the way things are going, do something different.” So he did, and she did, too. Today, Mari Borrero and her husband Aaron Borrero are co- […] The post SBDC helps Auburn couple scale for success appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

Entrepreneurs in the retail industry are likely aware of the increased demand from consumers to know more about the products they buy. Often, the package can’t hold all the information they seek, such as product origin stories, certificates to back up sustainability claims, and more. Throughout the product life cycle, there may also be information that needs to be communicated to the end customer, such as recalls, updates, and disposal recommendations. The retail industry is on the verge of a major change in packaging to respond to this increased demand for more information. The post In Search ..read more

Learn about the importance of password managers for small businesses and the best password managers on the market today. Get started with a password manager today to improve your business's cybersecurity posture and save valuable time. The post Best Password Managers for Small Businesses: The Password Manager Revolution appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

By Earl Gregorich, CBA – South Carolina Small Business Development Center, Greenville It’s a crazy world out there and small businesses are being targeted by scammers, fraudsters, hackers, thieves, and bad actors. So how do we run a business and keep our cash, data, employees, and clients safe? Let’s take a look at some of […] The post Protecting Small Businesses from Fraud and Scams – Trends for 2024 appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

Stargate Ventures — A Success Story He was just a senior in high school when the light bulb went on for Stargate Ventures owner, Robert (Rob) Lavine. Like many teens, he was watching YouTube and finding ads popping up showing the glitz and glamour of making money online. And, of course, there were videos to […] The post Stargate Ventures appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

By Gild Insurance Introduction Starting and running a small business comes with its own set of challenges and risks. While you focus on growing your business, it’s crucial to safeguard it against unforeseen events that could potentially disrupt your operations. This blog post will walk you through the essential types of business insurance your small […] The post Take The Quiz! 3 Questions To Identify The Essential Business Insurance Coverages For Your Small Small Business appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

By Barbara Nuss, CPA, Profit Soup Nothing surpasses the warm feeling business trainers and counselors get from witnessing the “lightbulb moments” new skills and knowledge can bring, followed by real positive changes in individuals’ lives and their businesses. With financial resources scarce, and funding for training in decline, how can you leverage your time and […] The post Driving Quality Counseling with Hybrid Learning: 10 Tips for Gaining Traction from Training appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more