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Small Business Center Update
September 15, 2020
Hello Valued SBC Participant! 

There continues to be a bunch to deal with...much of it very challenging. However, we can still take time to celebrate your persistence, innovation, and ability to mark hard decisions in response to Covid-19. I have been so impressed with what I have witnessed in my work with small business clients.

I am also so very thankful for my larger team of counselors who have helped the SBC stay afloat during this time. I can't wait to share their client successes with you very soon.

In the meantime, the U.S. Small Business Administration is celebrating National Small Business Week, which is normally held the first week of May. They were extra busy back then! I was really excited when I saw this announcement. It is evidence of a very important small business success trait, which is to always keep moving forward.


Okay, now some SBC business to take care of...lots to cover below, so, thanks for taking the time to read!

All the Best, deborah.
Ch, Ch, Ch, Changes

Changes can be good, even if it isn't in your direction. The SBC will not be the same without her, but we are extremely pleased to announce that our very own Christina Bowman-Murray will be starting a full-time position with Craven CC's Foundation on October 1st.

Christina and I started with the SBC at the same time in 2017. The SBC couldn't have fulfilled its mission in the good times and bad without her significant contribution to the center.

We will miss her, as many of you will too. Lucky for us, she is still with our community college. Please congratulate Christina when you see her!
Other Changes...

Our center office is now located at The Volt Center! We are excited for an additional location to provide open access to entrepreneurial education. Make an appointment to come see us!

252-638-1166
Covid-19 News and Resources

NEWS


GRANTS



LOANS

  • Funds are still available! The New Bern COVID-19 Small Business Loan Program - funds are still available. No interest and deferred payment! Enter your address here to see if your business address is within city limits service area. Learn more/Apply >
  • SBA EIDL Loan is still available. This loan provides economic relief to small businesses and non-profit organizations that are currently experiencing a temporary loss of revenue. Click for information >
  • NC Rapid Recovery Loans. In response to the unique economic challenges of COVID-19, a consortium of public, private, and nonprofit partners have come together and launched an innovative recovery-lending program. Learn/Apply >
Upcoming Learning and Networking Opportunities

NOTE about in-person workshops: We will practice Covid-19 precautions,
so space is LIMITED (pre-registration strongly encouraged) and masks required.

Facebook Shops for Small Business - Webinar
With the New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
Mon 10/5 6-8 p.m.

How to Increase Your Credit Score - Webinar
Mon 10/12 6-9 p.m.

October Roundtable: Public Relations - Speaking the Language
Wed 10/14 7:30-9:00 a.m.

Grant Writing for your Nonprofit - Webinar
Mon 10/26 6-9 p.m.

Havelock Lunch & Learn: Networking that Works
With the Havelock Chamber
Thu 10/29 12-2 p.m.



Prefer webinars? We have a solution!
There are MANY scheduled across our network.
We're here for you!
Make a confidential counseling appointment today > http://bit.ly/sbcbizcounsel 
CONTACT US

Deborah Kania
Director
252-638-1088


Christina Bowman-Murray
Assistant
252-638-1166
Thank you for looking to the SBC for your small business needs!