Looking for something to do this weekend? Visit a local farmer's market and #ShopSmall to support businesses in your community!

Search USDA Ag Mktg Service Local Food Directories to find a market near you: usdalocalfoodportal.com

Today, President Biden announced that for the second consecutive year, the federal government exceeded the President's goal for federal contracting dollars awarded to Small Disadvantaged Businesses. In FY23, these businesses received 12.1% of federal contracts, totaling a record $76.2B.

Big news for small businesses: In FY23, the federal government exceeded its Small Disadvantaged Business contracting goal, awarding these businesses 12.1% of federal contracts, totaling a record-breaking $76.2 billion!

Learn more: sba.gov/article/2024/0…

From startup to the Inc. 5000 List in six years!

Learn how 2023 Iowa Small Business Person of the Year Aaron Warner started and grew his tech #biz : instagram.com/p/C5q5o2au7TI

#SmallBusinessBigDream

The key to growing a business is a strong network…

Your net worth = network!

🔈Attention Louisiana crawfish businesses in Raceland area SBA is here for you! Our Portable Loan Outreach Center is now open in the parking lot of 📍Lafourche Parish Government Mathews Complex. Open weekdays 9 AM to 5 PM.

Disasters can strike at any time.

SBA disaster assistance can help small businesses, homeowners, renters, and nonprofits in declared disaster areas recover and rebuild.

Learn more: sba.gov/disaster

Contracting assistance programs can help small businesses compete for federal contracts!

Learn how to get started: sba.gov/contracting

No matter what stage your business is in, SBA has funding options, counseling, contracting assistance, and other resources that can help.

Learn more: sba.gov

Nothing but paws-itive vibes on #NationalPetDay ! 🐶🐾🐱

Today, we’re celebrating the thousands of pet-related businesses across America like Mount Vernon, Illinois-based Jagger’s Doggie Daycare that provide products & services for our four-legged friends. sba.gov/success-story/…

Today I announced the official launch of SBA's new Investing in America Small Business Hub. Visit sba.gov/iiahub to find out how your small business can tap into billions of dollars in funding under President Biden' Investing in America agenda.

Next week: Join SBA and SCORE Mentors for a webinar on Tuesday, April 16 at 3pm ET and learn how volunteer mentors help small businesses across America start and grow.

Register now: zoomgov.com/webinar/regist…

#NationalVolunteerMonth

Save the Date: America's Seed Fund will stop in Atlanta May 14 during the America's Seed Fund 2024 Road Tour.

Meet with #fedgov managers & learn how to advance your tech with help from America's largest source of early-stage R&D funding.

RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/sbir-road-to…

Big news! A record 17 million new business applications have been filed under the Biden-Harris Administration. President Biden' Investing in America Agenda has ignited a historic Small Business Boom, as more Americans than ever are seeking to start a business. sba.gov/article/2024/0…

Huntsville, AL is a rising hub for research and innovation, and maintaining America's competitive edge.

Thank you huntsvillealcoc for inviting me to share how SBA is expanding access to capital and supporting innovation in under-served regions.

🚀 Before launching a business, it's important to know your startup costs and break-even point.

This calculator can help you get started! sba.gov/breakevenpoint…

#ThursdayTip 💡

Military spouses: If you're looking to start a business, our free training program can help guide you to the path of entrepreneurship!

Register for online or in-person classes: sba.gov/milspouse

The #WomenOwned Small Business program helps women compete for (and win!) government contracts. Get certified: wosb.certify.sba.gov

Register for next Thursday's Welcome to WOSB webinar: eventbrite.com/e/welcome-to-w…

Sara Rossel knows about perseverance.

Learn how she launched, pivoted, and grew her Atlanta-based medical test kit business with help from SBA resources:
sba.gov/success-story/…

#WomenInBusiness