SBA Update
August 3, 2014
September 24, 2015
By Chesapeake Economic Development
Last week, SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet announced that for the first time in 8 years, the federal government has met its annual 23% goal for small business contracting. This has resulted in more than $83 billion dollars of revenue for small businesses.
Webinar: Choosing a Retirement Solution for Your Small Business
Get practical information and helpful tips to understand and compare the options of starting and operating a retirement savings plan for your small business. Join representatives from the Department of Labor onWednesday, August 6, 2015 at 2pm ET to learn more, ask questions and get started saving.
Affordable Care Act 101 Webinars
SBA and Small Business Majority will continue to host free Affordable Care Act 101 weekly webinars so small business owners can learn the basics of the Affordable Care Act and how they can enroll in health insurance marketplaces.
- Thursday, August 7 at 2 PM ET
- Thursday, August 14 at 2 PM ET
- Thursday, August 21 at 2 PM ET
In addition, Spanish-speaking small employers throughout the country can join representatives from SBA, HHS and Small Business Majority for ACA 101 webinars in Spanish. Below are the registration links for the upcoming Spanish-language webinars, which will be held every other Tuesday throughout the summer and fall.
- Tuesday, August 5 at 4 PM ET
- Tuesday, August 19 at 4 PM ET
SBA & AARP Webinar: Q&A Session to Help You Start Your Business—Ask the Experts!
This is your chance to get your small business questions answered by those in the know! Join AARP and SBA on Tuesday, August 12 at 2pm ET to ask about developing your business plan, securing financing, accounting, marketing, bookkeeping and more.
Should You Look At Pet Franchise Ownership?
Interested in franchises? The pet industry is huge and it continues to grow, with or without a strong economy. Not many industries can claim to do that. Here are some insights from expert Joel Libava to help you decide if pet franchise ownership might be right for you.
ChallengeHer — Opportunities & Access to Federal Contracts for Women-Owned Small Businesses
If you’re a woman-owned small business looking to contract with the federal government and seeking assistance on how to navigate in the federal procurement arena, we have good news that can help!
Upcoming ChallengeHER Events:
- ChallengeHER – Chicago, IL
Thursday, August 7, 2014 | 8am – 12pm CT - ChallengeHER – Raleigh, NC
Tuesday, August 19, 2014 | 8am – 12pm ET
Get free business training and counseling – online and across the country.
Understanding government contracts and how to obtain them.