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The Alabama SBDC helped us tremendously. They helped us to develop our business plan and financial projections, and were a great resource. We were better prepared to present our proposal to the bank because of the assistance we received.
Owner / Partner, Sumter Safety LLC
The Alabama SBDC helped us tremendously. They helped us to develop our business plan and financial projections, and were a great resource. We were better prepared to present our proposal to the bank because of the assistance we received.
Owner / Partner, Sumter Safety LLC
The Alabama SBDC helped us tremendously. They helped us to develop our business plan and financial projections, and were a great resource. We were better prepared to present our proposal to the bank because of the assistance we received.
Owner / Partner, Sumter Safety LLC
The Alabama SBDC helped us tremendously. They helped us to develop our business plan and financial projections, and were a great resource. We were better prepared to present our proposal to the bank because of the assistance we received.
Owner / Partner, Sumter Safety LLC
The Alabama SBDC helped us tremendously. They helped us to develop our business plan and financial projections, and were a great resource. We were better prepared to present our proposal to the bank because of the assistance we received.
Owner / Partner, Sumter Safety LLC
With the encouragement & assistance from the SBDC, I made the decision to stay open. The SBDC was my go-to resource for information on the PPP, EIDL, and Revive Alabama.
CEO, Life Touch Massage
With the encouragement & assistance from the SBDC, I made the decision to stay open. The SBDC was my go-to resource for information on the PPP, EIDL, and Revive Alabama.
CEO, Life Touch Massage
With the encouragement & assistance from the SBDC, I made the decision to stay open. The SBDC was my go-to resource for information on the PPP, EIDL, and Revive Alabama.
CEO, Life Touch Massage
With the encouragement & assistance from the SBDC, I made the decision to stay open. The SBDC was my go-to resource for information on the PPP, EIDL, and Revive Alabama.
CEO, Life Touch Massage
With the encouragement & assistance from the SBDC, I made the decision to stay open. The SBDC was my go-to resource for information on the PPP, EIDL, and Revive Alabama.
CEO, Life Touch Massage
Birmingham Alabama tech startup makes premium electronics for world markets
Fledging started in an apartment with a few thousand dollars. After only three years, their products have been sold to 50,000+ customers in over 100 countries across six continents. They have grown from two employees to ten, and they support three student intern positions. Revenues were over $2 million last year, and they established distributors in 4 countries. According to CEO Ethan Summers, "We've been an eCommerce business shipping to every continent since day one. The AL International Trade Center has been a great partner in helping us understand complex issues like Incoterms and Section 301 Duties on Chinese Imports. I think about the SBDC's Trade Center every time I have an international question, and love reaching out for support."
Birmingham Alabama tech startup makes premium electronics for world markets
Fledging started in an apartment with a few thousand dollars. After only three years, their products have been sold to 50,000+ customers in over 100 countries across six continents. They have grown from two employees to ten, and they support three student intern positions. Revenues were over $2 million last year, and they established distributors in 4 countries. According to CEO Ethan Summers, "We've been an eCommerce business shipping to every continent since day one. The AL International Trade Center has been a great partner in helping us understand complex issues like Incoterms and Section 301 Duties on Chinese Imports. I think about the SBDC's Trade Center every time I have an international question, and love reaching out for support."
Birmingham Alabama tech startup makes premium electronics for world markets
Fledging started in an apartment with a few thousand dollars. After only three years, their products have been sold to 50,000+ customers in over 100 countries across six continents. They have grown from two employees to ten, and they support three student intern positions. Revenues were over $2 million last year, and they established distributors in 4 countries. According to CEO Ethan Summers, "We've been an eCommerce business shipping to every continent since day one. The AL International Trade Center has been a great partner in helping us understand complex issues like Incoterms and Section 301 Duties on Chinese Imports. I think about the SBDC's Trade Center every time I have an international question, and love reaching out for support."
Birmingham Alabama tech startup makes premium electronics for world markets
Fledging started in an apartment with a few thousand dollars. After only three years, their products have been sold to 50,000+ customers in over 100 countries across six continents. They have grown from two employees to ten, and they support three student intern positions. Revenues were over $2 million last year, and they established distributors in 4 countries. According to CEO Ethan Summers, "We've been an eCommerce business shipping to every continent since day one. The AL International Trade Center has been a great partner in helping us understand complex issues like Incoterms and Section 301 Duties on Chinese Imports. I think about the SBDC's Trade Center every time I have an international question, and love reaching out for support."
Birmingham Alabama tech startup makes premium electronics for world markets
Fledging started in an apartment with a few thousand dollars. After only three years, their products have been sold to 50,000+ customers in over 100 countries across six continents. They have grown from two employees to ten, and they support three student intern positions. Revenues were over $2 million last year, and they established distributors in 4 countries. According to CEO Ethan Summers, "We've been an eCommerce business shipping to every continent since day one. The AL International Trade Center has been a great partner in helping us understand complex issues like Incoterms and Section 301 Duties on Chinese Imports. I think about the SBDC's Trade Center every time I have an international question, and love reaching out for support."
High school freshman breaks phone, launches repair business with SBDC assistance
Cracked screens are a common sight for many; the phones are too expensive to replace and difficult to repair. Jonathan Strange saw a business opportunity, and launched XiRepair. "The Alabama SBDC program helped take our business to another level. As a first-time business owner, I had to figure everything out on my own before receiving professional guidance from the SBDC. They provided me with 1-on-1 advice to help me adopt necessary financial strategies & management tools to restructure my business for better efficiency. Their practical business knowledge has been priceless as my company has scaled." Over the past 2 years they have grown from one employee operating from home, to 10 team members in 2 retail locations in Montgomery, AL.
High school freshman breaks phone, launches repair business with SBDC assistance
Cracked screens are a common sight for many; the phones are too expensive to replace and difficult to repair. Jonathan Strange saw a business opportunity, and launched XiRepair. "The Alabama SBDC program helped take our business to another level. As a first-time business owner, I had to figure everything out on my own before receiving professional guidance from the SBDC. They provided me with 1-on-1 advice to help me adopt necessary financial strategies & management tools to restructure my business for better efficiency. Their practical business knowledge has been priceless as my company has scaled." Over the past 2 years they have grown from one employee operating from home, to 10 team members in 2 retail locations in Montgomery, AL.
High school freshman breaks phone, launches repair business with SBDC assistance
Cracked screens are a common sight for many; the phones are too expensive to replace and difficult to repair. Jonathan Strange saw a business opportunity, and launched XiRepair. "The Alabama SBDC program helped take our business to another level. As a first-time business owner, I had to figure everything out on my own before receiving professional guidance from the SBDC. They provided me with 1-on-1 advice to help me adopt necessary financial strategies & management tools to restructure my business for better efficiency. Their practical business knowledge has been priceless as my company has scaled." Over the past 2 years they have grown from one employee operating from home, to 10 team members in 2 retail locations in Montgomery, AL.
High school freshman breaks phone, launches repair business with SBDC assistance
Cracked screens are a common sight for many; the phones are too expensive to replace and difficult to repair. Jonathan Strange saw a business opportunity, and launched XiRepair. "The Alabama SBDC program helped take our business to another level. As a first-time business owner, I had to figure everything out on my own before receiving professional guidance from the SBDC. They provided me with 1-on-1 advice to help me adopt necessary financial strategies & management tools to restructure my business for better efficiency. Their practical business knowledge has been priceless as my company has scaled." Over the past 2 years they have grown from one employee operating from home, to 10 team members in 2 retail locations in Montgomery, AL.
High school freshman breaks phone, launches repair business with SBDC assistance
Cracked screens are a common sight for many; the phones are too expensive to replace and difficult to repair. Jonathan Strange saw a business opportunity, and launched XiRepair. "The Alabama SBDC program helped take our business to another level. As a first-time business owner, I had to figure everything out on my own before receiving professional guidance from the SBDC. They provided me with 1-on-1 advice to help me adopt necessary financial strategies & management tools to restructure my business for better efficiency. Their practical business knowledge has been priceless as my company has scaled." Over the past 2 years they have grown from one employee operating from home, to 10 team members in 2 retail locations in Montgomery, AL.
Boutique Hotel Starts, Survives Pandemic with SBDC Assistance
"With so much uncertainty in 2020 the most valuable resource for timely information & informed guidance was our Alabama SBDC team. We could not have navigated the ongoing grants & loans without them. If you are not using the SBDC you're missing out!" The Collegiate Hotel is a 40-room boutique hotel. The SBDC assisted with the financial packaging to open the business, including business planning, projections, competitive analysis, market study, & global cash flow analysis. This led to startup financing with the SSBCI state guaranty, and a 504 refinance years later. The SBDC also helped with marketing planning, licensing, and general research as the business grew. During Covid-19, the SBDC was a resource & guide to obtain EIDL & PPP funds.
Boutique Hotel Starts, Survives Pandemic with SBDC Assistance
"With so much uncertainty in 2020 the most valuable resource for timely information & informed guidance was our Alabama SBDC team. We could not have navigated the ongoing grants & loans without them. If you are not using the SBDC you're missing out!" The Collegiate Hotel is a 40-room boutique hotel. The SBDC assisted with the financial packaging to open the business, including business planning, projections, competitive analysis, market study, & global cash flow analysis. This led to startup financing with the SSBCI state guaranty, and a 504 refinance years later. The SBDC also helped with marketing planning, licensing, and general research as the business grew. During Covid-19, the SBDC was a resource & guide to obtain EIDL & PPP funds.
Boutique Hotel Starts, Survives Pandemic with SBDC Assistance
"With so much uncertainty in 2020 the most valuable resource for timely information & informed guidance was our Alabama SBDC team. We could not have navigated the ongoing grants & loans without them. If you are not using the SBDC you're missing out!" The Collegiate Hotel is a 40-room boutique hotel. The SBDC assisted with the financial packaging to open the business, including business planning, projections, competitive analysis, market study, & global cash flow analysis. This led to startup financing with the SSBCI state guaranty, and a 504 refinance years later. The SBDC also helped with marketing planning, licensing, and general research as the business grew. During Covid-19, the SBDC was a resource & guide to obtain EIDL & PPP funds.
Boutique Hotel Starts, Survives Pandemic with SBDC Assistance
"With so much uncertainty in 2020 the most valuable resource for timely information & informed guidance was our Alabama SBDC team. We could not have navigated the ongoing grants & loans without them. If you are not using the SBDC you're missing out!" The Collegiate Hotel is a 40-room boutique hotel. The SBDC assisted with the financial packaging to open the business, including business planning, projections, competitive analysis, market study, & global cash flow analysis. This led to startup financing with the SSBCI state guaranty, and a 504 refinance years later. The SBDC also helped with marketing planning, licensing, and general research as the business grew. During Covid-19, the SBDC was a resource & guide to obtain EIDL & PPP funds.
Boutique Hotel Starts, Survives Pandemic with SBDC Assistance
"With so much uncertainty in 2020 the most valuable resource for timely information & informed guidance was our Alabama SBDC team. We could not have navigated the ongoing grants & loans without them. If you are not using the SBDC you're missing out!" The Collegiate Hotel is a 40-room boutique hotel. The SBDC assisted with the financial packaging to open the business, including business planning, projections, competitive analysis, market study, & global cash flow analysis. This led to startup financing with the SSBCI state guaranty, and a 504 refinance years later. The SBDC also helped with marketing planning, licensing, and general research as the business grew. During Covid-19, the SBDC was a resource & guide to obtain EIDL & PPP funds.
Laid-off single mother of three Flourishes with new venture, escapes COVID downturn
"Flourish was founded in 2018 after losing my job working the corporate world for more than 20 years. I love helping others find their path in life and my 11yo daughter saw this passion in me when I was struggling to figure out my next venture in life. She encouraged me to follow my heart, and I did! The Alabama SBDC has been extremely helpful not only providing consistent and informative resources, but direct access to funding sources that literally saved our small business from going under. Because of them we were able to maintain our employees and expand our team by 3 people by the end of 2020. Within 24 hours of engaging with our local SBDC, we had PPP funds in our bank account. For the first time in a long time, I was able to breathe."
Laid-off single mother of three Flourishes with new venture, escapes COVID downturn
"Flourish was founded in 2018 after losing my job working the corporate world for more than 20 years. I love helping others find their path in life and my 11yo daughter saw this passion in me when I was struggling to figure out my next venture in life. She encouraged me to follow my heart, and I did! The Alabama SBDC has been extremely helpful not only providing consistent and informative resources, but direct access to funding sources that literally saved our small business from going under. Because of them we were able to maintain our employees and expand our team by 3 people by the end of 2020. Within 24 hours of engaging with our local SBDC, we had PPP funds in our bank account. For the first time in a long time, I was able to breathe."
Laid-off single mother of three Flourishes with new venture, escapes COVID downturn
"Flourish was founded in 2018 after losing my job working the corporate world for more than 20 years. I love helping others find their path in life and my 11yo daughter saw this passion in me when I was struggling to figure out my next venture in life. She encouraged me to follow my heart, and I did! The Alabama SBDC has been extremely helpful not only providing consistent and informative resources, but direct access to funding sources that literally saved our small business from going under. Because of them we were able to maintain our employees and expand our team by 3 people by the end of 2020. Within 24 hours of engaging with our local SBDC, we had PPP funds in our bank account. For the first time in a long time, I was able to breathe."
Laid-off single mother of three Flourishes with new venture, escapes COVID downturn
"Flourish was founded in 2018 after losing my job working the corporate world for more than 20 years. I love helping others find their path in life and my 11yo daughter saw this passion in me when I was struggling to figure out my next venture in life. She encouraged me to follow my heart, and I did! The Alabama SBDC has been extremely helpful not only providing consistent and informative resources, but direct access to funding sources that literally saved our small business from going under. Because of them we were able to maintain our employees and expand our team by 3 people by the end of 2020. Within 24 hours of engaging with our local SBDC, we had PPP funds in our bank account. For the first time in a long time, I was able to breathe."
Laid-off single mother of three Flourishes with new venture, escapes COVID downturn
"Flourish was founded in 2018 after losing my job working the corporate world for more than 20 years. I love helping others find their path in life and my 11yo daughter saw this passion in me when I was struggling to figure out my next venture in life. She encouraged me to follow my heart, and I did! The Alabama SBDC has been extremely helpful not only providing consistent and informative resources, but direct access to funding sources that literally saved our small business from going under. Because of them we were able to maintain our employees and expand our team by 3 people by the end of 2020. Within 24 hours of engaging with our local SBDC, we had PPP funds in our bank account. For the first time in a long time, I was able to breathe."
I had no idea of everything that owning a business would really entail. The SBDC was very crucial to ensuring that I understood how it all would work for me. SBDC GrowSmart helped me understand and remember to pivot, not panic, to meet opportunities.
CEO, 3G Chemical Solutions
I had no idea of everything that owning a business would really entail. The SBDC was very crucial to ensuring that I understood how it all would work for me. SBDC GrowSmart helped me understand and remember to pivot, not panic, to meet opportunities.
CEO, 3G Chemical Solutions
I had no idea of everything that owning a business would really entail. The SBDC was very crucial to ensuring that I understood how it all would work for me. SBDC GrowSmart helped me understand and remember to pivot, not panic, to meet opportunities.
CEO, 3G Chemical Solutions
I had no idea of everything that owning a business would really entail. The SBDC was very crucial to ensuring that I understood how it all would work for me. SBDC GrowSmart helped me understand and remember to pivot, not panic, to meet opportunities.
CEO, 3G Chemical Solutions
I had no idea of everything that owning a business would really entail. The SBDC was very crucial to ensuring that I understood how it all would work for me. SBDC GrowSmart helped me understand and remember to pivot, not panic, to meet opportunities.
CEO, 3G Chemical Solutions
$520M
Debt & equity financing over the last 5 years, thanks to our dedicated and talented Alabama SBDC Capital Access (CAP) Program.
$520M
Debt & equity financing over the last 5 years, thanks to our dedicated and talented Alabama SBDC Capital Access (CAP) Program.
$520M
Debt & equity financing over the last 5 years, thanks to our dedicated and talented Alabama SBDC Capital Access (CAP) Program.
$520M
Debt & equity financing over the last 5 years, thanks to our dedicated and talented Alabama SBDC Capital Access (CAP) Program.
$520M
Debt & equity financing over the last 5 years, thanks to our dedicated and talented Alabama SBDC Capital Access (CAP) Program.
