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2023

• Sep 26^th Resources: Learn about the Florida SSBCI loan program and whether your small business is eligible 0 comments
• Sep 21^st Cybersecurity isn’t just for large companies. Here are some tips. 0 comments
• Sep 19^th Starting up right: Tips for new-business success 0 comments
• Sep 15^th How old is your rescued pet? This FIU alum’s startup EpiPaws can help 0 comments
• Aug 28^th Luxury clothier and salon for men is quickly taking off, with help from Florida SBDC at FIU 0 comments
• Aug 25^th Entrepreneurship can be a crazy ride, but this small business owner wouldn’t have it any other way 0 comments
• Jul 27^th For the love of key lime pie, Fookem’s Fabulous creates the recipe for business success, with help from SBDC at FIU 0 comments
• Jul 21^st SBA Administrator hosts a roundtable with local small businesses at FIU Business 0 comments
• Jul 16^th Florida SBDC at FIU helped launch more than 250 businesses in the last two years. Here’s how they did it. 0 comments
• Jun 18^th Engineering minds, founder chemistry and SBDC at FIU’s assistance help catapult Air Changes to win big HVAC contracts 0 comments
• Jun 7^th Owner takes Caribe International to new heights, with the help of SBDC at FIU 0 comments
• May 31^st It’s hurricane season, again. How to prepare now. 0 comments
• May 25^th Compiling a winning business plan for your small business: Here are some tips 0 comments
• May 13^th Santander again offers 12-week Cultivate Small Business program for early-stage food entrepreneurs. Apply now! 0 comments
• May 12^th Report: 30% of microbusinesses created since pandemic started and more data 0 comments
• May 8^th Miami Dade College’s 10,000 Small Business Program accepting applications for next cohort 0 comments
• May 1^st Award-winning small business AmePower exemplifies how a success story is made 0 comments
• Apr 5^th Leaping into business ownership becomes a ‘magical’ experience, with help from SBDC at FIU 0 comments
• Apr 4^th Small business development center at FIU earns top national award 0 comments
• Mar 30^th Local entrepreneurs find success with guidance from business navigator program 0 comments

2022

• Dec 19^th With Florida SBDC at FIU’s help, small business success stories thrive in North Miami Beach 0 comments
• Dec 8^th New grant will establish Blackstone LaunchPad for FIU student entrepreneurs 0 comments
• Dec 7^th Miami-Dade County launches Strive305, a virtual incubator for small businesses 0 comments
• Nov 30^th Is your small business export ready? We have some tips for you. 0 comments
• Nov 29^th How an integrated plan can help relieve supply chain pains 0 comments
• Nov 23^rd Shop Small! Small Business Saturday takes on extra meaning this year 0 comments
• Nov 21^st FOR FAMILY BUSINESS SUCCESS, WE SHARE SOME BEST PRACTICES 0 comments
• Nov 20^th After the pandemic’s punch, Amazon Printers is thriving. Owner’s advice? Never stop learning 0 comments
• Nov 11^th Look for veterans to help lead our small business economy forward 0 comments
• Nov 10^th How a class project became the North Miami Brewfest and a beer small business for an FIU alum 0 comments
• Nov 5^th Florida SBDC at FIU wins statewide award 0 comments
• Nov 2^nd Here are some ways to keep your cash flow healthy – especially now 0 comments
• Oct 26^th Keeping your small business cyber safe should be top of mind 0 comments
• Oct 25^th 14 Miami-Dade small businesses receive $800,000 in BizUp grants 0 comments
• Oct 22^nd IV Hydration Station in Key West grows in healthy ‘leaps and bounds,’ with help of Florida SBDC at FIU 0 comments
• Oct 18^th Key to small business growth: Learning how to sell, create sales processes and track progress 0 comments
• Oct 14^th How can working capital loans help retail businesses grow? We answer some common questions 0 comments
• Oct 6^th Small business grants from the $20M Miami Foundation Open for Business Program are now available. Here’s how to apply 0 comments
• Oct 6^th Need to know: Here is a list of disaster assistance programs and other grant/loan opportunities 0 comments
• Oct 6^th How to spot market shifts and react in a fast-changing world 0 comments
• Oct 3^rd Grandson successfully takes the helm of Key West Marine Hardware, with the help of Florida SBDC at FIU 0 comments
• Sep 30^th New to government contracting? Here are some keys to success, including a double header of webinars 0 comments
• Sep 30^th Here’s how the Florida SBDC will help small businesses across the state recover from Hurricane Ian 0 comments
• Sep 24^th Get prepared now for the storm – we provide some resources that will help 0 comments
• Sep 22^nd Florida SBDC at FIU helps this founder start up so Front Page Retail can help emerging food & beverage brands stand out 0 comments
• Sep 21^st The pandemic delivers a powerful punch, but with Florida SBDC at FIU’s help, Old Town Fitness comes back stronger 0 comments
• Sep 20^th Comcast RISE to award $1 million in grants to 100 women-owned or minority-owned South Florida small businesses 0 comments
• Sep 16^th Miami-Dade announces 7 recipients of BizUp grants 0 comments
• Sep 12^th Is an ecommerce fulfillment service right for your small business? 0 comments
• Aug 23^rd Heiga Studios finds the formula for success as a one-stop-shop for recording artists and companies 0 comments
• Aug 22^nd Deadline to apply for Miami-Dade small business grants is Aug. 28 0 comments
• Aug 4^th Interested in Miami-Dade procurement opportunities? There is a free expo Aug. 9 0 comments
• Aug 2^nd Buying a small business? What you need to know 0 comments
• Jul 30^th A Miami bank receives $250M from the US Treasury to make loans to minority-owned small businesses 0 comments
• Jul 26^th Florida SBDC at FIU helped launch 114 small businesses and secure $117 million in investments, making it the 2022 Center of the Year 0 comments
• Jul 19^th A new generation of small businesses was born during Covid. Here’s what they’re like. 0 comments
• Jul 11^th Interested in franchising? Here are some tips 0 comments
• Jul 5^th 3 models of entrepreneurship: Why Unicorn-Builders do better than Unicorn-Starters 0 comments
• Jun 30^th Why your small business needs systems and processes in place 0 comments
• Jun 21^st Getting started: How to build a website in 5 steps 0 comments
• Jun 16^th South Florida Anchor Alliance forms to help minority small businesses access government contracts 0 comments
• May 26^th Hiring? Small businesses have advantages now. Here’s how to optimize them 0 comments
• May 24^th Despite warnings of increased cyber risk, small businesses aren’t prepared for an attack. We have some tips 0 comments
• May 19^th Coming soon to a store near you? This chef cooked up a crunchy Japanese cheesecake snack 0 comments
• May 18^th Nail artistry and tech are the secret weapons in this winning app 0 comments
• May 18^th Early-stage food entrepreneurs, apply now for Cultivate Small Business program 0 comments
• May 15^th Meet Boxie, a Miami startup that helps restaurants seamlessly manage their online orders with technology 0 comments
• May 13^th FSBDC AT FIU BUSINESS PARTNERS WITH CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH TO OFFER NO-COST CONSULTING FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES 0 comments
• May 11^th Inflation a growing concern for small businesses, national survey shows 0 comments
• May 9^th These Turkish food entrepreneurs turn up the heat with doner kebap that’s ready to eat 0 comments
• Mar 31^st How to build a marketing mindset for success 0 comments
• Mar 29^th What makes your company investable by equity investors? 0 comments
• Mar 27^th 2 types Of VC: Capital-as-a-weapon and capital-as-a-tool 0 comments
• Mar 22^nd Buying a small business? What you need to know 0 comments
• Mar 14^th Get your import-export questions answered by trade commissioners 0 comments
• Mar 12^th 7 steps to business reinvention: Let’s do this. 0 comments
• Mar 4^th FIU, City of Miami partner to propel women of color to entrepreneurial success 0 comments
• Feb 28^th Nuvola’s technology helps the world’s hotels run smoothly 0 comments
• Feb 25^th Wells Fargo donates $20M to strengthen small businesses in Miami-Dade County 0 comments
• Feb 18^th Dessert? Yes, please! Miami Foods is expanding and modernizing but its Latin treats are created the old-fashioned way 0 comments
• Feb 18^th Run a startup? Enter the Miami Herald Pitch Competition. There’s an FIU Track too 0 comments

2021

• Dec 20^th How an FIU PhD student caught the entrepreneurial bug, launches award-winning startup 0 comments
• Dec 18^th How to breathe new life into your brand 0 comments
• Dec 15^th Supply chain pain is real, and both businesses and consumers are feeling it 0 comments
• Dec 14^th Small business are raising salaries to attract and keep employees, survey finds 0 comments
• Dec 9^th Shop local and support these Miami small business winners 0 comments
• Dec 5^th COVID relief: Time is ticking away for EIDL but we have some other options 0 comments
• Dec 3^rd Why 99.98% of entrepreneurs benefit more from ‘Maximum Potential Strategy’ Than MVP 0 comments
• Nov 30^th Miami area is a sea of microbusinesses, and we have the numbers to prove it 0 comments
• Nov 23^rd Why we all should “Shop Small” and “Local”  this holiday season 0 comments
• Nov 19^th COVID relief: There is still time to apply for an EIDL 0 comments
• Nov 17^th It’s that time of year again: Here’s a small business year-end checklist 0 comments
• Nov 11^th Why do veterans make good entrepreneurs? 0 comments
• Nov 9^th Wells Fargo awards StartUP FIU Food grant to help local food entrepreneurs recover from pandemic 0 comments
• Nov 8^th The pandemic shuttered Pandora’s events, but FSBDC at FIU opened the door to grant funds and more 0 comments
• Nov 4^th Mission accomplished: Gilchrist Law Firm faced down the pandemic with an action plan and expanded government contracting opportunities 0 comments
• Nov 1^st To help more small businesses, FIU receives $2.5 million SBA grant 0 comments
• Oct 28^th How do you create strategic growth? We have some advice on that. 0 comments
• Oct 26^th Florida SBDC at FIU has helped over 3,000 small businesses survive the pandemic 0 comments
• Oct 25^th How small retailers are reaching customers in more ways than ever before 0 comments
• Oct 22^nd Broad coalition of organizations ask South Florida small businesses to encourage COVID-19 vaccinations 0 comments
• Oct 16^th FIU students band together to help struggling restaurants – and learn a lot about starting and growing a small business 0 comments
• Oct 15^th Trend to watch: Amid pandemic, new businesses are being created at the fastest pace on record 0 comments
• Oct 8^th COVID relief: EIDL loans can now be up to $2 million. Here’s the lowdown 0 comments
• Oct 4^th From $375 to billion-dollar beauty company: How Joe Martin built Boxycharm.com without venture capital 0 comments
• Sep 30^th Hiring is tough out there. Here’s some advice from the trenches. 0 comments
• Sep 27^th Tips for managing cash flow, the lifeblood of your business 0 comments
• Sep 24^th Resources: Time-sensitive grant program and educational opportunities 0 comments
• Sep 22^nd You’re invited to join this conversation about small business lending and navigating a crisis 0 comments
• Sep 20^th After the Pandemic Pivot: Where are these small businesses now? 0 comments
• Sep 18^th How upcoming SBA loan fee waivers could benefit small businesses 0 comments
• Sep 15^th Small business optimism is up, but half of small businesses still have job openings they can’t fill 0 comments
• Sep 12^th Small businesses, take note: Here’s why you need to understand your numbers 0 comments
• Sep 3^rd How he built it: This FIU Business alumnus is growing the ‘Uber of Accounting’ 0 comments
• Aug 28^th How StartUP FIU Procurement pivoted programming during pandemic and the lowdown on big plans ahead 0 comments
• Aug 26^th Resources: New guide from ExIm bank offers fundamentals, tools for small business exporters 0 comments
• Aug 25^th 5 ways to level up as a small business CEO   0 comments
• Aug 20^th Heed these 9 keys to success in anchor procurement   0 comments
• Aug 20^th 5 secrets to taking off without venture capital 0 comments
• Aug 16^th Smile! Dentist achieves dream of opening affordable, high-tech clinic, with help of FSBDC at FIU 0 comments
• Aug 12^th COVID relief grant program for micro-businesses extended, expanded 0 comments
• Aug 11^th COVID relief: Deadline for Shuttered Venue Operations Grant (SVOG) is Aug. 20 0 comments
• Aug 10^th Small businesses report they can’t find workers and supply chain issues persist 0 comments
• Aug 3^rd FSBDC at FIU helps position Amer Plus, a family cleaning business, for growth through  government contracting 0 comments
• Jul 29^th Survey: Almost all Florida small businesses negatively impacted by pandemic, but outlook lifts 0 comments
• Jul 26^th Winning in government contracting starts with your strategy 0 comments
• Jul 19^th Let’s get social: Social media marketing tips for small business success 0 comments
• Jul 14^th 7 things we can all learn from Jeff Bezos, the entrepreneur 0 comments
• Jul 7^th Your small business is at risk of a cyberattack, too. Put a prevention plan in place 0 comments
• Jul 5^th In wake of Surfside tragedy, disaster loans available to impacted businesses 0 comments
• Jul 2^nd HERE WE GO AGAIN: WITH A HURRICANE SWIRLING OUT THERE, IS YOUR BUSINESS CONTINUITY PLAN UP TO DATE? 0 comments
• Jun 25^th One pandemic positive for the economy: A boom in new small businesses 0 comments
• Jun 22^nd 5 tips for starting and growing an F&B business 0 comments
• Jun 19^th Recipe for restaurant success: Adaptability, creativity, community 0 comments
• Jun 16^th Race car driver turned entrepreneur finds winning team at FSBDC at FIU 0 comments
• Jun 16^th COVID relief: Targeted EIDL Advance grant program now open to all eligible businesses 0 comments
• Jun 9^th How do you negotiate like a boss? Here are some tips 0 comments
• Jun 8^th Surveys say: Small businesses believe the worst may be behind us 0 comments
• Jun 2^nd It’s hurricane season again. Is your business prepared? Here are some resources 0 comments
• May 25^th Keep your customers engaged and you’ll reap rewards. Find out how.  0 comments
• May 19^th Florida SBDC at FIU Business posts record level of assistance for small businesses to recover and thrive 0 comments
• May 13^th Axis Helps Miami launches new resources for small businesses 0 comments
• May 12^th COVID relief: SBA opens portal for Restaurant Revitalization Fund applications 0 comments
• May 7^th Enterprise Florida awarding grants for trade shows. Find out more 0 comments
• May 6^th PPP exhausts its funding, except through CDFIs 0 comments
• May 5^th COVID relief: New low-interest loan program available 0 comments
• Apr 30^th How a BB King song nailed the first stage of venture capital 0 comments
• Apr 28^th FSBDC at FIU helps Creativo Dance Studio make the right moves toward full recovery 0 comments
• Apr 27^th COVID-19 RESOURCES: Everything you need to know in one place 0 comments
• Apr 26^th COVID relief: SBA to distribute $5 billion in grants to hardest-hit small businesses 0 comments
• Apr 25^th How do you step up your startup?  Start here. 0 comments
• Apr 22^nd Resource: 10,000 Small Businesses accepting applications now 0 comments
• Apr 21^st Just 35% of Florida small businesses can maintain payroll without additional PPP, Goldman Sachs survey says 0 comments
• Apr 20^th COVID relief: New details about the Restaurant Revitalization Fund 0 comments
• Apr 12^th 8 things to do after your PPP loan 0 comments
• Apr 8^th COVID relief: Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program opens. What you need to know 0 comments
• Apr 5^th More restaurant relief on way via the Restaurant Revitalization Fund 0 comments
• Mar 29^th Pandemic brought need for a successful new strategy for Inspiration Design Lab 0 comments
• Mar 26^th PPP program extended but funding may run out, plus the latest with the EIDL and Shuttered Venue grants 0 comments
• Mar 15^th 8 Ways the American Rescue Plan Will Help Small Businesses 0 comments
• Mar 11^th TREND Group USA explores a world of opportunity for its high-design sustainable product made in Florida 0 comments
• Mar 9^th Smart strategies help Alpha Behavior Solutions survive COVID – and grow 0 comments
• Mar 8^th 2 grant opportunities for women entrepreneurs 0 comments
• Mar 4^th COVID relief: SBA issues new PPP guidance aimed at smallest businesses 0 comments
• Mar 3^rd Surveys say: Small businesses banking on a vaccine-driven recovery 0 comments
• Mar 2^nd The case for business interruption insurance: Pros and cons 0 comments
• Feb 26^th Resources on growing your business through exports are plentiful 0 comments
• Feb 23^rd For Jones Benitez Corporation, it’s all about building a company on a strong foundation 0 comments
• Feb 11^th COVID relief: Reimbursement grants available from Chamber, Career Source South Florida 0 comments
• Feb 5^th What you need to know about the CARES Act SBA loan programs 0 comments
• Feb 4^th HVAC exporter NESI Solutions now focusing on Florida, with action plan in hand 0 comments
• Feb 2^nd How to move your business idea all the way to a company 0 comments
• Jan 28^th Why Shark Tank is barking up the wrong tree: The 4 Steps from Idea to Aha 0 comments
• Jan 25^th Owners of CAO Bakery & Café cook up a sweet success 0 comments
• Jan 21^st Demand surges for manufacturer of specialized medical transport solutions 0 comments
• Jan 18^th COVID-19 relief: Forgivable PPP loans again available for small businesses 0 comments
• Jan 17^th Doctor Aromas spreads Hope and much more with growing home-perfuming business 0 comments
• Jan 15^th The 3 components of entrepreneurial genius 0 comments

2020

• Dec 30^th We pivoted to serve you better in 2020. Here’s hoping 2021 will be a year of recovery 0 comments
• Dec 22^nd The PPP is coming back – and so are EIDL grants: What to know now 0 comments
• Dec 18^th Miami Beach offers $20K small business grants, while deadlines loom for other COVID-19 grant and loan programs 0 comments
• Dec 17^th What can you learn from Airbnb: Focus on your skills – not the idea 0 comments
• Dec 14^th Who were the biggest PPP lenders for South Florida companies? Here’s what the data tells us 0 comments
• Dec 10^th FIU’s Pino Center organizes record number of trainings to boost local businesses amid pandemic 0 comments
• Dec 9^th The faces of agility and resiliency: How small businesses are fighting back 0 comments
• Dec 7^th Many workers hope remote-work flexibility is here to stay. Here are some tips for success 0 comments
• Dec 4^th Interested in local government contracting? We have some tips for you 0 comments
• Dec 1^st COVID relief: Rise Miami-Dade Fund extends deadline, relaxes requirements for loans up to $45K   0 comments
• Nov 30^th Why 100% of venture capital can be explained in one 4-letter word 0 comments
• Nov 24^th Celebrate local businesses and #ShopSmall on Saturday and all holiday season 0 comments
• Nov 20^th COVID relief: Following Miami’s lead, Coral Gables also announces small business grant program 0 comments
• Nov 19^th COVID relief: City of Miami opens $20K grant program for small businesses 0 comments
• Nov 18^th Pitching to a big enterprise? Here are tips from the other side of the table 0 comments
• Nov 15^th Against the odds, Cheeseburger Baby owner says ‘I’m going to find a way’ 0 comments
• Nov 13^th Med Aesthetics Miami turns to the Florida SBDC at FIU Business again 0 comments
• Nov 13^th COVID resources: Free 5-hour digital marketing course available for small businesses 0 comments
• Nov 11^th Look for veterans to help lead our economic recovery 0 comments
• Nov 10^th How small businesses use crowdfunding to raise capital – even during a pandemic 0 comments
• Nov 7^th Key to resiliency: Reacting quickly and decisively with plan to survive and grow again 0 comments
• Nov 5^th Time is on your side if you have a disaster plan in place – just in case – and follow it 0 comments
• Nov 3^rd COVID-19 is your wakeup call: Do you have a company succession plan? We have tips for you 0 comments
• Oct 30^th What is a Trade Reference and when do you need one? 0 comments
• Oct 28^th How finance-smart entrepreneurs find financing in a finance-short world 0 comments
• Oct 23^rd New Florida COVID-19 survey reveals how small businesses have fared and how they try to fight back 0 comments
• Oct 21^st How a small business 10Xed revenue by diving into e-commerce and learning from others 0 comments
• Oct 20^th Building a startup? Get on board with an amazing board 0 comments
• Oct 19^th Hiring? Today’s remote workplace likely requires different skills and qualities 0 comments
• Oct 16^th 2021 Florida International Trade Expo is going virtual 0 comments
• Oct 15^th Grit v. Glam: The 2 faces of Billion-Dollar Entrepreneurship 0 comments
• Oct 13^th Surveys say: Relief efforts can’t come soon enough 0 comments
• Oct 12^th If your PPP loan was for $50,000 or less, forgiveness just got a bit easier 0 comments
• Oct 9^th Interested in Opportunity Zones? We have some resources for you 0 comments
• Oct 7^th A fighter, Half Moon Empanadas rolls out new branding, store reopenings and expansion strategy 0 comments
• Oct 6^th 10,000 Small Businesses: Now 526 companies strong and growing to help South Florida entrepreneurs 0 comments
• Oct 5^th Finally hiring again? Small businesses need a plan and we’ll help get you started 0 comments
• Oct 2^nd COVID relief update: The lowdown on PPP loan forgiveness, as it stands now 0 comments
• Sep 30^th Covid crisis spurs coffee business to refocus on core strengths and community connection 0 comments
• Sep 29^th Grit, pivots and a rallying cry: How MBF and its small business clients navigate this crisis 0 comments
• Sep 24^th Key Employee Coverage: 5 options to consider for your business continuity planning 0 comments
• Sep 22^nd The state of small business now and 6 ways to move forward 0 comments
• Sep 18^th Here’s some reasons why SBA 504 loans had a record-shattering month 0 comments
• Sep 16^th COVID relief news: More funding for small businesses available in Miami-Dade 0 comments
• Sep 15^th More manufacturing could fuel a resilient post-COVID economy in South Florida 0 comments
• Sep 14^th 3 ways COVID-19 is changing the way we do small business 0 comments
• Sep 10^th 2 new resources for acceleration and funding in the F&B industry 0 comments
• Sep 9^th Two views on small business survival in the pandemic world 0 comments
• Sep 8^th Pros and cons of the Main Street Lending Program 0 comments
• Sep 5^th 5 tips for securing a small business loan 0 comments
• Sep 4^th How to improve your workplace culture – for our work-from-home reality 0 comments
• Sep 2^nd Keep customers coming back: Ways to make your small business and website more welcoming 0 comments
• Aug 30^th In the hardest-hit restaurant industry, survival isn’t open and shut 0 comments
• Aug 26^th Surveys take the pulse of small businesses and outlook is worrisome 0 comments
• Aug 24^th ‘Cash flow is king.’ Be proactive, not reactive, to save your business 0 comments
• Aug 20^th Government contracting: How to write a winning proposal 0 comments
• Aug 18^th Been there, done that: Small business owners share government contracting tips 0 comments
• Aug 16^th COVID-19 relief: PPP is currently unavailable but other options remain 0 comments
• Aug 13^th Smart strategies for generating cash flow – in times of crisis and always 0 comments
• Aug 12^th Finding the right fit is the key to franchise success. Here are some tips. 0 comments
• Aug 10^th Keys to a brewery’s success: Creativity, community and a solid growth plan 0 comments
• Aug 7^th 5 tips on managing your remote workforce 0 comments
• Aug 6^th Healthy cash flow keeps your business afloat. Here’s how to manage it 0 comments
• Aug 5^th Anny’s Bread Factory finds recipe for success by strengthening sales channels and cash flow 0 comments
• Aug 4^th SBA issues new set of FAQs on PPP loan forgiveness 0 comments
• Jul 31^st Here we go again: With a hurricane swirling out there, is your business continuity plan up to date? 0 comments
• Jul 30^th The lowdown on COVID-19 relief: What’s ahead, what’s here, and advice for small businesses 0 comments
• Jul 23^rd From adding revenue streams to pivoting hard, small businesses take action to survive – and thrive again. Learn from their stories 0 comments
• Jul 22^nd COVID-19 relief funds still available. Here are three sources   0 comments
• Jul 17^th How office space needs are changing amid coronavirus crisis 0 comments
• Jul 13^th Covid relief update: EIDL grants program ends, but loan applications will still be processed 0 comments
• Jul 11^th 10 tools that keep small business owners organized and productive 0 comments
• Jul 9^th 5 simple ways to organize your small business finances 0 comments
• Jul 2^nd Need a PPP but didn’t apply? You now have until Aug. 8 0 comments
• Jul 1^st 5 ways DSignage turned a crisis into an opportunity to help its clients 0 comments
• Jun 26^th Fish Level Corp focuses on customer needs and reels in a big revenue stream 0 comments
• Jun 23^rd COVID relief: Deadline nears for small business grant program 0 comments
• Jun 18^th Dental practice begins its recovery with PPP funding, a new strategy and expert guidance 0 comments
• Jun 16^th COVID relief: SBA is accepting applications for EIDL loans again 0 comments
• Jun 15^th Cellular retailer turns to Florida SBDC at FIU to develop a ‘new normal’ strategy 0 comments
• Jun 11^th Small business optimism grows but COVID challenges remain 0 comments
• Jun 10^th Enterprise Florida to award grants for virtual international trade shows 0 comments
• Jun 9^th A small business story: Helping employees, and now the community, with face shields 0 comments
• Jun 6^th 7 ways the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act can help your business 0 comments
• Jun 5^th Miami-Dade County to launch small business micro-loan program 0 comments
• Jun 4^th PPP loan forgiveness just got easier: Congress approves key rule changes 0 comments
• May 27^th How to reinvent your small business for the ‘new normal’ 0 comments
• May 23^rd COVID-19 relief: Pitbull-backed program offers emergency grants to Latino small businesses 0 comments
• May 19^th COVID-19 relief: Miami-Dade makes forgivable loans available to struggling small businesses 0 comments
• May 18^th Even in the eye of the pandemic, you need a plan 0 comments
• May 16^th Did you get a PPP loan? Here’s some news to note from the SBA 0 comments
• May 14^th Some good news: SBDC at FIU helps small businesses obtain nearly $21 million in relief 0 comments
• May 13^th Enterprise Florida to award trade grants to small businesses 0 comments
• May 7^th Preparing to reopen your small business during COVID-19? Heed these tips 0 comments
• May 6^th New surveys paint a bleak picture for small businesses amid COVID-19 0 comments
• May 2^nd Applications open Monday for City of Miami’s COVID-19 small business loan program 0 comments
• May 1^st COVID-19: Updated resources for small businesses 0 comments
• Apr 28^th Applying for the PPP? Here’s some advice from the front lines 0 comments
• Apr 24^th Second chance at PPP funding likely to open Monday and it won’t last long 0 comments
• Apr 21^st COVID-19: Resources to help your small business now 0 comments
• Apr 16^th Miami-Dade Beacon Council and County launch COVID-19 resource sites for businesses 0 comments
• Apr 14^th Navigating the COVID-19 crisis: A small business story 0 comments
• Apr 9^th Florida SBDC at FIU helps local small businesses obtain nearly $4.5 million in bridge loans 0 comments
• Apr 8^th Communicate with your team with frequency, empathy and transparency during COVID-19 crisis. Here’s how 0 comments
• Apr 7^th More community help for small businesses hurt by COVID-19 0 comments
• Apr 6^th How to market during the COVID-19 crisis, and the recession it brings 0 comments
• Apr 2^nd Ready or not, ‘PPP’ small business loan program starts Friday 0 comments
• Mar 31^st Advice on navigating a COVID-19 downturn isn’t one-size-fits-all, so we offer all sizes 0 comments
• Mar 27^th COVID-19: More federal assistance for small businesses just became law 0 comments
• Mar 20^th COVID-19: Updated resources for small businesses 0 comments
• Mar 18^th COVID-19: Practical actions small business owners can take now 0 comments
• Mar 18^th COVID-19: Florida small businesses can now apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans 0 comments
• Mar 16^th Florida small businesses hurt by COVID-19 can apply now for interest-free bridge loans 0 comments
• Mar 16^th Bookmark these: Coronavirus resources for small businesses 0 comments
• Mar 12^th For small businesses walloped by coronavirus crisis, SBA announces loan program and state wants to hear from you 0 comments
• Mar 11^th Service Keepers cleans up with a green mission and growth focus 0 comments
• Mar 9^th Customer service is the key to success for Al’s WiFi 0 comments
• Mar 6^th As Coronavirus spreads, small businesses should prepare for its impact. Some are already feeling it. 0 comments
• Feb 21^st How prepared is your small business for a cyber attack or breach? 0 comments
• Feb 14^th What can a startup or small business learn from Sara Blakely? Plenty 0 comments
• Feb 9^th How digital marketing is helping South Florida small businesses grow 0 comments
• Jan 30^th 12 ways to improve cash flow in 2020 0 comments
• Jan 21^st 6 tools to set your small business up for success in 2020 0 comments
• Jan 14^th New small business webinar series kicks off a fresh year of learning 0 comments
• Jan 8^th From touchscreens to video walls, DSignage makes digital messaging elegant and effective for enterprises 0 comments
• Jan 8^th With a lot of hard work, Key Largo Chocolates finds sweet success 0 comments

2019

• Dec 23^rd 12 resolutions to set up your small business for success in 2020 0 comments
• Dec 19^th Put a ribbon and bow on this news: Small business optimism is rising 0 comments
• Dec 13^th How one family business navigates a big transition and sets up for more growth 0 comments
• Dec 11^th Applications now open for StartUP FIU Procurement incubator 0 comments
• Dec 6^th Most Miami area small businesses profitable but have limited cash buffers, report shows 0 comments
• Dec 5^th For niche small businesses willing to work hard, government contracting can open doors 0 comments
• Dec 3^rd Low-interest SBA loans available to Florida small businesses hurt by Dorian 0 comments
• Dec 2^nd Doing business with local and state governments: the pros and cons 0 comments
• Nov 26^th Small business grant winners share tips for $uccess 0 comments
• Nov 26^th 8 ways to grow your email list and generate leads 0 comments
• Nov 20^th How she built it: Lessons from the trenches of global beauty brand It’s a 10 Haircare 0 comments
• Nov 19^th Brickell Energy takes off with EV charging-as-a-service 0 comments
• Nov 15^th Government contracting: Tips from a small business in the trenches 0 comments
• Nov 11^th Fewer young veterans are opening small businesses. These programs can help. 0 comments
• Nov 8^th Do you have a succession plan in place for your small business? More than 70% do not. 0 comments
• Nov 7^th 15 pro tips for scaling your small business 0 comments
• Oct 31^st This South Beach café is gaining fans – of the feline kind, too 0 comments
• Oct 30^th Get out from behind the screen and start connecting IRL: Double tap if you agree 0 comments
• Oct 29^th How to prepare your business to be franchised 0 comments
• Oct 24^th The beauty of this small business: A passionate owner and continuous learning 0 comments
• Oct 22^nd Florida SBDC Network launches Cybersecurity Basics for Small Businesses program 0 comments
• Oct 15^th Opportunity knocks: SBA’s National SBIR Road Tour coming to Miami 0 comments
• Oct 11^th A trio of reports sheds light on the state of women-led small businesses 0 comments
• Oct 9^th Miami-Dade’s manufacturing sector is small, but its impact is mighty 0 comments
• Oct 4^th FIU College of Business shares the secrets of “unicorn entrepreneurs” in new program. 0 comments
• Sep 30^th How to pitch the media: Advice from my side of the table 0 comments
• Sep 25^th Start here: 12 PR tips for small businesses 0 comments
• Sep 24^th PR is not just for the big guys. Here are ways to tell your story 0 comments
• Sep 12^th Everyone wants to hire veterans but are they doing it? 0 comments
• Sep 6^th Smart strategies to keep growth rolling in your small business 0 comments
• Sep 3^rd How to recession-ready your small business 0 comments
• Aug 22^nd Exporting? Consider an Export Marketing Plan and other state and federal resources 0 comments
• Aug 21^st Haven’t updated your business hurricane plan? Now’s the time 0 comments
• Aug 16^th This entrepreneur’s success started with knowing his market and owning his brand 0 comments
• Aug 14^th A small business dream was almost blown away. With Accion’s help, this story takes a sweet turn 0 comments
• Aug 9^th Is your business optimized for voice searches? 0 comments
• Aug 8^th Interested in franchises? How to avoid 3 common pitfalls 0 comments
• Jul 29^th When the bank says no, where do you go? Be careful out there … 0 comments
• Jul 26^th Setting the stage for fast growth ahead: One woman’s entrepreneurial story 0 comments
• Jul 24^th Growing? Hiring? Avoid these 4 common small business mistakes 0 comments
• Jul 23^rd Finding qualified workers and managing debt worry small businesses 0 comments
• Jul 17^th Growth slows as a family business get passed through the generations, but does it have to? 0 comments
• Jul 12^th Cybersecurity threats are all around us, but there’s help for small businesses 0 comments
• Jul 10^th Who is franchising out there and how are they doing? New survey sheds some light 0 comments
• Jul 2^nd Small businesses won $120.8B in federal contracts in 2018. A free seminar may help you get a piece of the pie 0 comments
• Jun 29^th 9 things any small business can learn from Zappos 0 comments
• Jun 21^st The demand is out there – but where? Smart export market research can help 0 comments
• Jun 19^th If you want your company to fly, make sure you have industry expertise on your team 0 comments
• Jun 14^th Alternative financing is on the rise. Is it right for your business? 0 comments
• Jun 12^th Fruitique finds sweet success with a proactive sales approach. Your small business can, too. 0 comments
• Jun 7^th Chaos reigns – but does it always have to? 0 comments
• Jun 5^th Don’t let these 3 challenges ground your business. We have advice for you. 0 comments
• May 31^st Going global? These free tools can help get you started on your export strategy 0 comments
• May 28^th For this small business, growing sales takes thinking outside the box 0 comments
• May 24^th Small businesses foresee revenue growth, plan to expand, new report shows 0 comments
• May 23^rd In the wild wild west of cyber attacks, ‘security is everybody’s job’ 0 comments
• May 16^th The pros and cons of franchising: Is it right for you? 0 comments
• May 14^th To forecast problems before they surface, seek the power of your team 0 comments
• May 13^th No easy button for digital marketing: Make it a priority & listen to your analytics 0 comments
• May 8^th Unclear values can lead to confusion, lack of accountability, silos 0 comments
• May 3^rd Is your company culture by design – or default? Here’s why that matters 0 comments
• Apr 26^th How to nurture a winning small business culture 0 comments
• Apr 25^th Surveys say: Small businesses are growing revenues, hiring – and adding perks too 0 comments
• Apr 22^nd Federal contracting: Getting your foot in the door 0 comments
• Apr 19^th How to find federal government contracting opportunities 0 comments
• Apr 13^th Acquiring customers too fast could be hazardous to your business 0 comments
• Apr 11^th Need to finance real estate or equipment? Don’t overlook the SBA 504 0 comments
• Apr 5^th Business owners, this blog is for you. Tell us about your growth pain points so we can help. 0 comments
• Apr 3^rd A strategic growth plan is not that thing you look at once a year. Here’s how to get started. 0 comments
• Apr 1^st How to improve your small business’s credit standing 0 comments
• Mar 28^th Why Seeking Venture Capital is (Mostly) a Waste of Time 0 comments
• Mar 13^th Good Management is a Delicate Balancing Act 0 comments
• Mar 6^th Ways to Build Your Business Credit 0 comments
• Mar 6^th How to Establish Business Credit Files 0 comments
• Mar 6^th Business Credit Basics, Reports and Scores 0 comments
• Mar 6^th The Business Owner’s Guide to Understanding and Building Business Credit 0 comments
• Feb 15^th Is there conflict in your family business? It can be good for the business. 0 comments
• Jan 29^th For family business success, follow these best practices 0 comments
• Jan 25^th Growth sprouts at this family business 0 comments
• Jan 14^th Hiring? It’s a jungle out there. For small businesses, creativity may be the key. 0 comments
• Jan 7^th No. 1 training tip: Start with your front-line managers 0 comments
• Jan 3^rd If you really know your customer, your differentiation strategy comes into focus 0 comments
• Jan 2^nd Why building trust is crucial to your business success 0 comments

2018

• Dec 17^th Your business isn’t growing as much as you expected. What’s the real problem? 0 comments
• Dec 14^th If you aren’t careful, ‘you can sell your way to bankruptcy’ 0 comments
• Dec 11^th How to spot market changes and make strategic shifts in a fast-changing world 0 comments
• Dec 11^th If your customers are leaving, you need to do more than stop the bleeding 0 comments
• Dec 6^th How is your year shaping up? Do you share this optimism? 0 comments
• Dec 4^th 20 years after leaving the family business, he’s back — and growing the company 0 comments
• Dec 3^rd You’re growing fast – that’s great. Just make sure you are putting systems and processes in place. 0 comments
• Nov 26^th How will your business grow in the future? Understanding that is key. 0 comments
• Nov 19^th Event: Get the lowdown on export financing, insurance and tax laws 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 7 – Disequilibrium and chaos: Friend or foe? 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 6 – Longer view focus now critical 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 5 – Integration: Planning with purpose is key to success 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 4 – Ignite your company’s intelligence by hiring professional managers 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 3 – Communicate, delegate and release: Formula for growth 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 2 – Follow these rules of the road as you ramp up for growth 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 1 – Communicate regularly to establish a performance mindset 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 1 – Non-negotiable rule: Embrace chaos 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 1 – Non-negotiable rule: Hire for fit 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 1- Non-negotiable rule: Focus on your money makers 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 1 – Non-negotiable rule: Track and preserve cash 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 7 – Even if you don’t think it’s broke, shake things up 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 6 – Compete from strength by developing a strategic perspective 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 5 – Alignment, integration: This growth stage is all about synergy 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 4 – Complexity level increasing: Focus on experienced managers 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 3 – No longer CEO-centric: Time to start letting go 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Stage 2 – Keep the momentum: Focus on these critical challenges 0 comments
• Nov 6^th Grow your new business – but first survive! 0 comments
• Oct 31^st Know when international growth makes sense for your business 0 comments
• Oct 31^st Skymo is venturing into the world of exports – but the company has a plan for that 0 comments
• Oct 31^st Need capital to grow? If the banks say “no,” there are other options 0 comments
• Oct 30^th Community financing organizations help fill in the lending gaps 0 comments
• Oct 30^th Seeking investors? Be prepared to address these 3 common concerns 0 comments
• Oct 30^th Is your business ready for government contracting? 0 comments
• Oct 29^th Cash flow – it’s not sexy, but it’s the pumping heart of your business. Here are 5 ways to keep it healthy. 0 comments