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Sep272024

The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced $20 million in State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grants have been awarded

The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced $20 million in State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grants have been awarded to 43 state and territory international trade agencies to provide financial support to small businesses in growing the volume and value of exports. Small businesses looking…

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Sep202024

Small Business Roundtable: Advocating for Set-Aside Legislation in Georgia

The Atlanta Black Chambers Government Affairs Committee is hosting a roundtable to bring together key voices to explore how set-aside legislation can level the playing field for small businesses, promote economic growth, and ensure a more equitable business environment across our state. Some states with…

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Sep132024

Small Business Support Office Hours: Connecting the Dots in the Great State of Georgia

What constitutes a small business in Georgia? You must be independently owned and operated, plus have fewer than 300 employees, or bring in less than $30 million in annual gross receipts. Just like any company, small businesses in Georgia are extremely diverse in their structure…

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Sep062024

📢 Let’s Talk Politics! 🏛️ Connecting the Dots in the Great State of Georgia

How much ‘power’ do Commissioners and Council members really have? This answer may surprise you. 📢 Let's Talk Politics! 🏛️ Connecting the Dots in the Great State of Georgia Are you curious about how your local government works? Do you want to make a difference…

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Oct242022

Which certification or marketing strategy is right for your company?

There is no one size fits all solution when it comes to marketing. Which certification or marketing strategy is right for your company? It depends! ✓Are you B2C, B2B, or both? ✓Do you have the capacity to scale? ✓Who’s your target audience? ✓What’s your overall…

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Jun022020

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Surety Bonds

I'm sharing an interview with my bonding agent, Sean P. Kirwan. When I started my business, I didn't need bonding. As a matter of fact, when someone told me I needed a bond I thought bonds were just to get people out of jail. That's…

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