In the face of a global pandemic, many businesses struggled to stay afloat. A&E Engineering, a full-service civil engineering firm in Pocatello, Idaho, is a testament to perseverance and strategic adaptation. This is the story of how A&E not only weathered the storm but emerged stronger under new leadership. A&E Engineering, Inc., located in Pocatello, […] The post A&E Engineering Overcomes Pandemic Challenges, Thrives Under New Ownership – A Success Story appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

By Frank Tumminello If your company was formed or is operating within the United States, it’s most likely one of the more than 33 million entities required to submit a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Report in 2024. If this is news to you, you aren’t alone. The U.S. Department of Treasury hasn’t exactly done a […] The post Have You Filed Your BOI Report Yet? For Most SBDC Members, It’s Required in 2024 for Ongoing Compliance appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

By Jacob Blacksten, America’s SBDC Cybersecurity Taskforce This SBDC Day, the spotlight is on the importance of cybersecurity in the digital transformation journey of small businesses (SMBs). As SMBs navigate the complexities of the digital world, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more critical. The recent emphasis on digital transformation has brought […] The post Embrace the Digital Future: Future-Proofing Your Small Business by Being Cyber-Safe appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

After 45 years, America’s Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) still rate highly with their clients and live up to their reputation as America’s #1 most trusted small business resource. To celebrate the SBDC program’s continued success, the work they do, and the clients they serve, March 20th, 2024, will mark the 8th annual #SBDCDay and […] The post SBDCs Nationwide Celebrate the 8th Annual #SBDCDay March 20th, 2024 appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

“… I can tell you I don’t have money, but what I do have is a very particular set of skills. Skills I have acquired over a very long career.” Liam Neeson, Taken The particular set of skills all business leaders need won’t make them action movie heroes, but experience shows us they will become the fastest to […] The post What Does a Successful New Business Have in Common with Liam Neeson? A Very Particular Set of Skills appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

“Your greatest danger is letting the urgent things crowd out the important. The urgent pressures us daily, while the important waits patiently. ” Charles Hummel, University President and Author, Tyranny of the Urgent Share on X Congratulations! Your team just completed its first-ever strategic planning day. The creative ideas flowed freely. The team set challenging […] The post Got Goals? Congratulations! 7 Steps to Getting Traction in the Coming Year appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

Choose “Just the Right KPIs” and Make Reviewing them a Team Sport Leadership teams that focus on the right KPIs perform better than those that don’t. Choosing and monitoring the right Key Performance Indicators, or KPIs, keeps teams focused on the things that matter most so they can drive efficiently drive sales, customer satisfaction, operations […] The post Talking about KPI’s appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

Peter Miller, a junior at Champlain College studying business administration, has turned his passion for woodworking into a unique business venture: The Portable Mini Golf Company. He rents out 9-, 18-, and 36-hole mini-golf courses for group events, and his business has tripled in sales since its launch during the pandemic. The post College Student Grows A Unique Business In Vermont appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

Sure, here is an excerpt of the blog post: In a world where the odds are often stacked against small businesses, libraries are emerging as unlikely champions, offering a wealth of resources and support to aspiring and established entrepreneurs alike. From introductory classes for those just starting out to specialized assistance for minority- and women-owned businesses, libraries are leveling the playing field and helping entrepreneurs succeed. The post Using Libraries to Enhance Entrepreneurship appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more

By Hope Tinney, Washington SBDC BELLINGHAM, Wash.— In Jeff Shaw’s previous work, he was fighting to save the planet. Now, as owner of Bellingham BJJ, a training academy for Brazilian jiu-jitsu, he’s helping students learn to fight for their own improved physical and mental health. “It’s definitely as rewarding [as my previous work was],” said […] The post SBDC Corner Coaching Supports Bellingham Small Business Growth appeared first on America's SBDC ..read more