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An International Collaboration
Recently, the SBDC at FAU established a partnership with SERCOTEC, a national agency for entrepreneurship and businesses development in Chile. This collaboration with strategic partners in Broward and Palm Beach Counties will further the economic development and growth of our markets by attracting Chilean companies to open operations in South Florida and enhancing trade opportunities ... Read more.
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A Challenge for Change
America’s SBDC has officially launched a nationwide Inclusivity Challenge, an initiative to empower entrepreneurs and small businesses to improve their communities through providing jobs, local services and benefits, and creating wealth. As a business succeeds, it enables a better lifestyle for the owner and employees, for their families, and provides opportunities to invest in the future. This attracts not just aspiring entrepreneurs but also established businesses to be part of the Inclusivity Challenge.
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Deadline Approaching
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced updated guidance for COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program applicants to better serve small business owners in need, while funding remains available. All EIDL loan and Targeted Advance applications will be accepted until December 31.
See details to apply, here.
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Save the Date
Next 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. Join us Wednesday, March 16th, 2022.
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"Learning about the SBDC during the new business boot camp changed everything for me. I went from throwing ideas at the wall to doing actual homework about market research ... Sitting down with Annette Gray [SBDC Consultant] really made the world of a difference. To bounce ideas off a professional who has the experience and knowledge that she does to guide me to the right resources was crucial. Every small business owner should know about the Florida SBDC at FAU and the Women’s Foundation of Florida."
-Sarah Cohen, Sarah's Slow Jam,
Palm Beach County
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"I knew helping those living with a mental illness was my calling when I was 10 and my babysitter would tell me all of her problems .... Since working with George [Gadson, SBDC Consultant] and the SBDC at FAU, I am more confident in my business. He taught me how to be strategic, adaptable and how to develop a niche that lets me help people from all walks of life."
-Camille Burke, CFB Solutions Inc.,
Broward County
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Technology Commercialization
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and The Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are highly competitive and encourage domestic small businesses to engage in Federal Research/Research and Development that has the potential for commercialization.
Our consultants can assist in:
- Searching grant opportunities
- Reviewing and applying for grants
- Registering with appropriate agencies
- Providing compliance and regulatory information
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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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See You in 2022
The Florida SBDC at FAU events, webinars and educational training workshops will resume next year.
These online webinars will cover current and practical information on business topics ranging from the basics to advanced business management skills, business growth, marketing practices, reopening plans, capital access and more.
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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 below. |
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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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