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Walt Moore

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Mr. Walt Moore serves as a business consultant for the UGA Small Business Development Center at Valdosta State University. He has over eight years...

Cindy Corgan

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Cindy Corgan is the Program Coordinator for the University of Georgia SBDC at Valdosta State University. As a graduate of Valdosta State University she...

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Business Consultant (Valdosta)

Posted by IT Support
On August 20, 2018

Updated Financials, Better Data Land Loan for Valdosta Wake Compound

Posted by Sara Bertolini
On July 30, 2018

Valdosta State University students Luke Tilt and Quinn Silvernale competed together on the university’s wake boarding team. Tilt was required for his business class to develop a plan for an imaginary new company. So he wrote a plan modeled after the cable parks they had visited in Europe and Florida. Wake boarding, for the uninitiated, […]

2018 Flewellen Award Winners

Posted by Ashley Panter
On May 9, 2018

Throughout the year, there are many consultants that go above and beyond “the call of duty,” to ensure that their clients are taken care of and succeed. Each year at our Annual Awards Banquet, the UGA SBDC names deserving consultants, “Flewellen Award Winners.” This recognition is named for Dr. William Flewellen, who is considered to […]

Why Small is Great

Posted by Ashley Panter
On February 28, 2018

Entrepreneurial ventures provide hundreds of thousands of jobs in Georgia for both business owners and employees. Small businesses not only supply principal income for families, but they also meet unique needs for part-time employment, temporary employment, supplementary income, or, particularly for many young people, that first job opportunity. The innovation and creativity that entrepreneurs deliver […]

Aid in Securing USDA Loan Places Southwest Georgia Product in Stores Across the U.S.

Posted by Ashley Panter
On February 23, 2018

Ray Crosby knows his bees and honey. A third-generation farmer who lives with his family in the rural southwest Georgia town of Omega, he understands what makes his product—packaged as pure, unfiltered raw honey—unique. His knowledge, in fact, resonates with the customers from coast-to-coast who buy Weeks Honey. “Working with Ray, I’ve learned a lot […]

Funding Your Small Business

Posted by Ashley Panter
On February 23, 2018

Cash is to a business what oxygen is to a human…necessary for survival. Finding the needed cash for your business can be challenging, but with the growth of alternative lenders, there are more options available now for established companies. Startups on the other hand, may find it more difficult to gain access to cash without […]

Facebook Zero is Coming!

Posted by Ashley Panter
On January 26, 2018

Mark Zuckerberg’s goal with Facebook has always been to bring people together. Over the years though, Facebook has accidentally shifted away from being consumer focused and has taken on the roll of being a quick, inexpensive, and targeted vehicle for digital marketing, as well as for gaming and online shopping. I don’t know about you, […]

Aid in Securing USDA Loan Places Southwest Georgia Product on Store Shelves Across the U.S.

Posted by Ashley Panter
On December 6, 2017

Ray Crosby knows his bees and honey. A third-generation farmer who lives with his family in Omega, a rural southwest Georgia town, he understands what makes his product—packaged as pure, unfiltered raw honey— unique. His knowledge, in fact, resonates with the customers from coast-to-coast who buy Weeks Honey. “Working with Ray, I’ve learned a lot […]

40 Years of Small Business Development Center at UGA

Posted by Sara Bertolini
On August 28, 2017

Who would have thought that an idea in 1975, promoted by William C. Flewellen, Jr., former Dean of the University of Georgia College of Business Administration, would flourish into a network of almost 1,000 service centers at colleges and universities across the country. With Flewellen’s vision and former UGA President Fred Davidson’s support of what […]

National Entrepreneurship Week 2017

Posted by Ashley Panter
On February 20, 2017

Each year, over six million new businesses launch and millions more grow. Join us in celebrating entrepreneurs as a community supporter.

Funding Options for New or Young Farmers

Posted by Ashley Panter
On September 13, 2016

For many young farmers there is a deep desire to grow their farming operation, however, most are faced with the challenge of getting financing. Young farmers that are just getting into the business have not had time to build a lot of equity. Because of this, banks will consider the young farmer to be riskier compared to a seasoned farmer. One of the many variables banks will consider is how well the farmer can manage their working capital, and without a history of that from operations, it’s more difficult for a bank to determine the likelihood of repayment. Today, with low commodity prices and smaller margins between expense and revenue, young farmers are exposed to tough decisions and banks are tightening their internal lending policies. Despite this, there are still many opportunities for the young farmer.

SBDC Recognized as a “Best Place to Work”

Posted by Ashley Panter
On June 28, 2016

The UGA SBDC has been recognized by Georgia Trend Magazine as one of the 2016 “Best Places to Work in Georgia.” The SBDC program, part of the university’s Public Service and Outreach arm, has 17 locations across Georgia and provides business training and consulting to small business owners and prospective entrepreneurs. The evaluation process was managed by the Best Companies Group in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and analyzes organizations based on criteria that includes employee’s views on leadership and planning, corporate culture and communications, role satisfaction, work environment, and overall engagement.

Lessons We Can Learn from March Madness

Posted by Ashley Panter
On April 5, 2016

Growing up, almost every kid dreams of playing for their favorite childhood team and winning a National Championship. However, most kids don’t get to live out those dream… unless your are Ryan Achidiacono, who grew up eating, breathing and sleeping Villanova Wildcat basketball and then led his team last night (Monday, April 4, 2016) to […]

“Max” Assistance for Georgia’s Small Businesses

Posted by Ashley Panter
On March 31, 2016

Chambers of Commerce and Economic Development professionals grow their communities using SBDCs Maximum Series by providing training their community is seeking.

13 Ways to Make Your Own Luck

Posted by Ashley Panter
On March 17, 2016

Do you wait for good things to happen to you--or do you go out and make them happen? Here's what you need to do to enjoy more business success.

Understanding Gross Margin

Posted by Ashley Panter
On March 2, 2016

Ignoring your financial statement is like ignoring the health of your business. Startups and new business owners often overlook understanding gross margin. This can have a direct impact on your ability to effectively manage a growing business, price your products, and most importantly, make a profit. Gross Margin Overview The gross margin represents the […]

Last Minute Holiday Email Ideas

Posted by Ashley Panter
On December 10, 2015

A tool like email marketing makes it quick and easy to promote your business and drive sales during the holiday season. Whether you sell products to customers, offer services to other businesses, or run a nonprofit organization — there are plenty of last-minute emails you can send out before the end of the year.

Dreaming Cow

Posted by Ashley Panter
On October 5, 2015

Expansion Financing Essential for Rapidly Growing Thomasville Producer Kyle and Janelle Wehner started Dreaming Cow in 2009 to test whether their yogurt concept could be built into a national brand. Using an all-natural recipe derived from the South Island of Janelle’s native New Zealand, they make Dreaming Cow yogurt on Kyle’s parents’ Thomasville farm. Kyle […]

Top 10 Cybersecurity Tips

Posted by Ashley Panter
On October 5, 2015

October is Cybersecurity Awarenes sMonth! Is your business prepared in the event of a cybersecurity breach? Now is the time to take stock of your cybersecurity health, including the importance of securing information through best cybersecurity practices; identifying your risk and the types of cyberthreats; and learning best practices for guarding against cyberthreats. Protect against […]

7 Tools From Google to Boost Your Brand

Posted by Ashley Panter
On September 21, 2015

Who doesn’t want to boost their brand and elevate your online exposure? Well, you’re in luck! Google offers ginormous selection of tools that make “brand boosting” possible for your small business. While some of these services are well known, others are a bit hidden. Regardless, the major commonality of these tools are that they can be a […]

3 Ways for an Entrepreneur to Stay Sane, Healthy, and Successful

Posted by Ashley Panter
On September 1, 2015

Running business can be stressful enough to drive just about anyone crazy. Here’s how to keep your sanity and be successful. A recent University of California study revealed that entrepreneurs are particularly prone to mental health issues. Why is that? Well, many entrepreneurs are creative thinkers, keen observers of the world around them, and driven […]

6 Reasons You Need to Use Video Marketing

Posted by Ashley Panter
On August 25, 2015

All businesses, from the smallest to the largest, can and should use video to reach customers. Almost every individual in business probably has the following response in regard to yet another article about video marketing: “We get it! Video is important!” You know that consumers are 64 percent more likely to buy a product after watching a video […]

11 Ways to Know You’re Meant to Be An Entrepreneur

Posted by Marketing Intern
On July 31, 2015

Mark Cuban, the billionaire “Shark Tank” investor and owner of the Dallas Mavericks, is known among NBA fans for racking up fines for misconduct at Mavs games he gets a bit too excited about. But nothing, he writes in his book “How to Win at the Sport of Business,” makes him more competitive than business. […]

Social Media Privacy

Posted by Marketing Intern
On July 7, 2015

Social networking giant Facebook has received much criticism over the past few years due to its decline of organic reach, affecting both companies and users. Unfortunately, things aren’t getting better – a recent study in March 2015 by Locowise revealed that a measly 2.6% of Facebook Page posts are seen organically by their fans. Obviously […]

Marketing in a 2.0 World

Posted by Marketing Intern
On March 23, 2015

It feels like marketing has been changing at the speed of light in the last couple of years. Technology has evolved and with it new tools have been developed that allow business owners to communicate better, faster and more intimately than ever with their target markets. This is a good thing for those who know […]

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