Leading the Next Generation of Entrepreneurship
Sandra Marin Ruiz, Ed.D., regional director of the Florida SBDC at FAU, has been appointed an additional role as assistant vice president of the newly formed Innovation and Business Development unit at the Division of Research, FAU. With her expertise in creating innovation ecosystems in both Latin America and the Midwest, Marin Ruiz will lead the collaboration between the Florida SBDC at FAU, FAU Wave, FAU Tech Runway, The Office of Technology Development, and the strategic partners in the local community. Together, this team of professionals will focus their attention on those innovative researchers and business owners accessing FAU services in support of FAU's mission as a leader in affecting the vibrant growth of the local economy.
For more information on how you can take advantage of these programs, click here.
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Save the Date
This year we celebrate the national, collective proclamation of the impact that America’s Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) have on the success of our nation’s dreamers, innovators, and doers – small businesses. SBDC Day is Wednesday, March 16th, 2022.
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Small Business Success Summit
The Florida SBDC Network is excited to host the Small Business Success Summit, June 27-28, 2022 in Tampa, FL. to provide small businesses with access to capital, contracts and connections that encourage success and growth despite the major challenges they have faced following a global pandemic. Learn more here.
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Could Franchising be Your Next Venture?
Are you a local business owner looking for ways to create a new business venture? Have you considered franchising? Franchising can be a safe and affordable alternative to working in corporate America. Join us on Feb. 23 to discover more about franchising.
This event will also launch the SBDC satellite office and the Innovation and Business Development unit at FAU.
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PPP Forgiveness
If your Paycheck Protection Program loan was $150,000 or less, you may be eligible to apply for direct forgiveness through Small Business Administration's online portal.
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Everything Counts
Through the microloan program, created by the Small Business Administration, small businesses can borrow up to $50,000 for working capital, inventory, supplies and more.
Learn about the program and how to apply for a microloan: here.
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The Sanad Trust Foundation |
After one decade of serving the local Muslim community in Broward and Miami Dade, Rehan and his wife came across a great opportunity to benefit from the Florida SBDC at FAU. The couple applied for a capacity-building grant, which also gave them the opportunity to receive business consulting services from George Gadson and Rafael Cruz, two business consultants at FAU.
Read more of their story here.
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Chef Alain Lemaire, owner of Sensory Delight Catering, will star on the upcoming television series 'Luda Can't Cook'.
Check out Lemaire's success story on his business and how his consultant, Diana Pierre-Louis with the Florida SBDC at FAU, got him there. Read more here.
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Exploring the Franchise
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Date: Feb.23
Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
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Small Business Funding with SBIR/STTR
Date: Mar.16
Time: Noon- 1 p.m.
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Access to Capital
Analysis of opportunities of business credit underwriting with commercial credit and complex commercial lending of all types, including asset-based loans.
- Consulting of lending regulations, policies and practices
- Preparation, analysis and evaluation of credit relationships with multiple financial and investment entities, approved local financial institutions that participate in asset-based lending practices; as well as, insured receivables financing, with public or private risk insurance mitigation
- Consulting to ensure preventive measures are carried out to fully comply with current rules, regulations and policies related to risks pertaining to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA Patriot Act, The Office of Foreign Control (OFAC) and other Anti-Money Laundering (AML) related issues
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Export Market Plans
Our services can assist qualified new-to-export manufacturers and service providers in developing a customized export marketing plan for international expansion. Provided in partnership with Enterprise Florida and the U.S. Commercial Services, the export marketing plan includes:
- Thorough readiness assessment
- Industry and market analysis with target market recommendations
- Review of overseas trade opportunities
- Action plan that may include trade mission participation
- Grant opportunities
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Still have questions? As always the SBDC at FAU is here for you, contact your lead consultant directly, or set up a consultation with a consultant here.
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The Florida SBDC at Florida Atlantic University is a member of the Florida SBDC Network, a statewide service network funded in part through cooperative agreements with the U.S. Small Business Administration, Defense Logistics Agency, State of Florida and other private and public partners; with the University of West Florida serving as the network's lead host institution; and nationally accredited by the Association of SBDCs. SBA's funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions or services. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact the Florida SBDC at FAU: sbdc@fau.edu.
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