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April 2022
National Small Business Week

Every year since 1963, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week (NSBW), which recognizes the critical contributions of the country’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. NSBW will be held again this year on May 2-5, 2022. Visit the NSBW website to learn more about how you can join in the week’s activities.
Building Confidence in Accessing Capital

Join the City of West Palm Beach and the Florida SBDC at FAU at the Mandel Public Library, in West Palm Beach to learn about capital access opportunities for your small business. This in-person seminar will guide business owners on:

  • Funding opportunities
  • How to collaborate with the city of West Palm Beach
  • How to put together a proper business plan
  • and more

When: May 3
Time: 2 - 4 p.m.

 Small Business Success Summit

The Florida SBDC Network Small Business Success Summit will take place June 27-28, 2022 in Tampa, FL. This inaugural event will bring small business owners, our network’s experienced business consultants, and partners from across the state together to help small business owners access capital, win contracts, and make valuable connections. Learn more about the event here.

Dates: June 27-28, 2022
Location: Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Pictures With Magic

“Through the training, we were able to mold our business and learn how to run a business… if you want to know about the mistakes I made running my business - all of them … working with the Florida SBDC helped me understand the different aspects of my business … I'm really grateful for the opportunity to work with HEI and the SBDC. For the first time in several years, I think I have a good chance to be successful”

— Milagros Castro, owner, Pictures With Magic

Watch the video here.
Gilda's Club South Florida

“Having the money for the technical experts was one thing, but the guidance and support from George [Gadson] that was at no cost meant the world to me. If he didn't help me fight through those challenges, I don't know if we would be in our new facility today.”


— Kim Praitano, President and CEO, Gilda's Club South Florida

Read her story here.
Accessing Capital for Your Business

Date: May 4
Time: Noon - 1 p.m.
Discover Your Work Styles With DISC

Date: July 20
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Certified Business Valuation

This service is intended to provide an estimate of fair market value, enterprise and liquidation. Key performance Indicators are calculated on the analysis of company-specific data which is compared to industry-specific averages linked to millions of other businesses.
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 on 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
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.