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September 2022

Resources for Business Recovery and Continuity The Small Business Administration (SBA) has resources and tips on how to prepare for disasters and about the 3-step process of applying for SBA assistance after a federally declared disaster. View them here. For more resources and updated information for businesses, visit here.

Business Damage Assessment Survey Recently, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) activated the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to Hurricane Ian. Survey responses will allow the state to expedite Hurricane Ian recovery efforts by gathering data and assessing the needs of affected businesses. Learn more here.

Disaster Response Registry When national emergencies or disasters such as floods and hurricanes occur, supplies and services need to be procured and rushed to the affected area quickly. To expedite this process, the System for Award Management (SAM) contains a Disaster Response Registry in accordance with FAR Subpart 4.11 and FAR Subpart 26.2 listing those contractors who are willing to provide debris removal, distribution of supplies, reconstruction, and other disaster or emergency relief supplies and/or services. Learn more here.

Florida SBDC Network's Role in Disaster Recovery Check out how the Florida SBDC Network aids small business owners and entrepreneurs when a hurricane or tropical storm has landed in Florida. Watch the video here.

The Florida SBDC at FAU and SERCOTEC: A Business Attraction and International Learning Cohort in Collaboration with FAU College of Business The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at FAU recently liaised with the FAU College of Business (COB) to provide technical assistance, training and best practices to promote business attraction and creation in Broward and Palm Beach Counties. The program sought to enhance confidence and readiness in business locations and relocation in Florida, market expansion and an ecosystem with resources while supporting clients of the Chilean SBDC Network (SERCOTEC). Read more of the report here.

Creating a Bankable Business Idea The Florida SBDC at FAU, the Florida Bankers Association, and the Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development are collaborating in person on Oct 18. at 9 a.m. with notable bankers to show you how to create bankable ideas. Hear from top banks in the community like Bank of America, Locality Bank, Seacoast Bank and more. RSVP Here

Government Contracting 101 Date: Oct. 21 Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Zoom, Register Here

Find the full list of events here.

Business Emergency Preparedness Plans Disasters of all types, from man-made (cyberattack or data breach, loss of a key employee, road construction that displaces traffic, supply chain interruption, etc.) or a natural disaster (hurricane, flood, drought, freeze, etc.), can threaten businesses no matter where they are located. Services offered include: Access to capital including grants and government-backed loan programs Disaster recovery plans Continuity plans Marketing Cybersecurity review

Growth Acceleration Plans  Acceleration consultants deliver in-depth consulting in the areas of cash flow management, financial analysis and capital access, marketing and strategic business planning. Businesses are provided the tools, strategies and expertise needed to accelerate business growth and success in today’s competitive market. Participate in one or more sessions of direct consulting to receive a professional growth acceleration Phase I Report that includes: Description of the methodology of the report and the company background Market and industry analysis and data for decision making Financial statement analysis Report Recommendations

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.