Electrical Business in Tucker Finds Targeted Resources for Business Growth

CW Electrical Solutions Chris Wilburn knew the ins and outs of the electrical trade, but when it came time to start his own company, <a href=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-wilburn-647b4b201/” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>CW Electrical Solutions LLC</a>, he knew he’d need assistance learning how to run a business. An online search for business education resources led Wilburn and his wife, Maria Thurston, […]

Paving Company Gains New Job Opportunities After Utilizing UGA SBDC

Tommy Roberson, owner of ProSeal and Paving

PRO-SEAL & PAVING When projects slowed at <a href=”https://www.prosealpavingllc.com/”>Pro-Seal &amp; Paving</a> during the pandemic, majority owner Tammy Roberson and her husband, Joel, turned to the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC) in <a href=”https://georgiasbdc.org/rome-office/”>Rome</a> for assistance. UGA SBDC business consultant <a href=”https://georgiasbdc.org/directory/patricia-devlin/”>Patricia Devlin</a> guided the Robersons as they submitted an application to […]

2023 UGA SBDC Award Winners

The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center recognized 2023 award winners and sponsors during their annual conference on March 11, 2024. “The recipients of these awards excel in their work with the business community, program development and representation of the UGA SBDC program,” said Allan Adams, state director. “We’re grateful for their contributions to […]

Technical Assistance From the UGA SBDC Opens Doors to Rapid Growth for Medical Equipment Supplier

BROOKSTONE MEDICAL <a href=”https://www.brookstonemedical.com/”>Brookstone Medical</a>, a durable medical equipment supplier servicing middle and south Georgia, was successful and growing. But owner Matt Corley felt he was missing out on opportunities to further expand and set up his company for future growth. He reached out to the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC) […]

The UGA SBDC Supports Atlanta Real Estate Company Through Coaching and Enhanced Infrastructure

Labresia Dawson poses with real estate sign in front of home

DAWSON’S MANAGEMENT Through her partnership with the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC), Labrescia “Breezy” Dawson has watched her real estate company’s earnings surpass $1 million, secured a government contract worth up to $1 billion and positioned her business for further innovation and adaptability. “With the UGA SBDC’s help, my business is […]

The UGA SBDC Spotlights Small Business Impact and Trends

In Georgia, over 99.6% of businesses are considered “small” according to the U.S. Small Business Administration. As a resource for small business owners, the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC) has developed an annual publication, Small Business and Its Impact on Georgia, highlighting the impact of small businesses on Georgia’s economy and […]

The UGA SBDC Partners with Southeastern Universities to Bring Business Education Programs to Rural Communities with Support from SBA Grant  

Business Consultant Robbie Parks teaches UGA SBDC Digital Marketing Bootcamp in Carrollton, GA

The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC) has been awarded a $300,000 grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to bring the popular Digital Marketing Bootcamp program to more rural towns across Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi. In partnership with the Small Business Development Centers hosted by the University of Alabama and […]

Post-Operative Compression Garment Manufacturer Expands Sales with Assistance from the UGA SBDC

Russell Rainey monitors equipment at Rainey Apparel Manufacturing

RAINEY APPAREL MANUFACTURING <a href=”https://www.raineywear.com/”>Rainey Apparel Manufacturing</a> produces post-operative compression garments at their warehouse Clarkston, Georgia. They initially reached out to the UGA SBDC for assistance with the sales and marketing of their unique product. Since then, they’ve completed <a href=”https://georgiasbdc.org/growsmart/”>GrowSmart</a> and <a href=”https://georgiasbdc.org/exportga/”>ExportGA</a> and have had an ongoing relationship with the UGA SBDC. Now, […]