FAU's Annual Momentum Report
Recently FAU Division of Research released the 2022 Annual Momentum Report which features the extraordinary climb in entrepreneurship and business activity from the FAU Innovation and Business Development Center and its anchor programs.
View the full report here.
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Celebrating Strategic Partners
The Florida SBDC at FAU recently celebrated the Children Services Council of Broward County with the Outstanding Resource Partner of the Year Award.
This award highlights strategic partners in the community that continuously advocates for entrepreneurs and small not for profits organizations.
Thank you Children Services Council of Broward County and each leader photographed from left Rafael Cruz (SBDC), Dr. Sandra Marin Ruiz (SBDC), Dr. David Kenton, Council Vice Chair; Dawn Liberta, Council Chair; Greg Briton (SBDC); Cindy Arenberg-Seltzer, Dr. Sharetta Remikie, Cathy Donnelly, Immediate Past Chair; Beam Furr, Adamma DuCille, Roxanne Smith, George Gadson (SBDC), Ryan Reiter, Tom Powers, and the Honorable Shari Africk-Olefson.
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Veteran's Workshop
Did you know that there are key elements of government contracting that will differentiate your business? Attend our Government Contracting 101 Workshop and learn about the procurement process in contracting at each level of government. You will learn the basics of what you need to know to prepare for entering the public sector marketplace. review the requirements for certification in each of these categories: small business, disadvantaged, women, veteran and service-disabled veteran owned businesses.
When: December 1 at 5:30 p.m.
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Paychecks for Patriots Job Fair
The 10th annual Paychecks for Patriots Job Fair is coming on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at Plantation Central Park. This free hiring event connects jobseekers who are veterans and military families family members with great employers and careers in our local community.
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16th Annual PBC Business Matchmaker Event
The Florida SBDC at FAU and its representatives of the Procurement Technical Assistance Center, Carole Hart and J.J. Raju, participated in the 16th Business Matchmaker Palm Beach Partners. The Palm Beach Partners is a coalition of City, County, State and non-profit agencies aligned to maximize economic development opportunities for small businesses throughout the South Florida region.
The Business Matchmaker Conference & Expo was a fantastic opportunity for Small and
Minority/Women Business Entrepreneurs, representatives from government agencies and private
sector corporations to network and build stronger business relationships.
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National Institute of Governmental Purchasing
Interested in doing business with government agencies in South Florida? Register for the 21st Biennial South East Florida NIGP Chapter Reverse Trade Show and meet face to face with local government purchasing professionals all in one location! Learn more here.
When: Thu, Nov 17, 2022
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Melanin Moms
“Joining this program has helped me monetize the Melanin Mommy Society, create a marketing plan and start a business plan that will help us grow.
— Jessica Burroughs, The Melanin Mommy Society
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Miracle Cleaning
"My biggest takeaway... start tracking your finances from very early on...The Florida SBDC at FAU and the Women's Foundation of Florida, are doing a great thing by providing business assistance, so take advantage of it."
— Daphnee Uter, D&L Miracle Commercial and Residential Cleaning
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Meet Cliff Fostoff. He has more than 20 years of experience in the franchise world after a long career as a senior executive with one of the country’s leading retailers. Cliff started an executive office suite franchise in Boynton Beach in 2001. For the last 16 years Cliff has successfully guided hundreds of men and women through the process of finding a money-making franchise that enhances their lifestyle. He also helps successful companies learn about the advantages of franchising their business and the process to become a franchise. Cliff provides evaluations for small businesses to help them determine if franchising is the right model for future growth.
Learn more about Cliff here.
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Starting a Business
Date: Nov. 16
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
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Growth Acceleration Plans
Acceleration consultants deliver in-depth consulting in the areas of cash flow management, financial analysis and capital access, marketing and strategic business planning. Businesses are provided the tools, strategies and expertise needed to accelerate business growth and success in today’s competitive market. Participate in one or more sessions of direct consulting to receive a professional growth acceleration Phase I Report that includes:
- Description of the methodology of the report and the company background
- Market and industry analysis and data for decision making
- Financial statement analysis
- Report Recommendations
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Business Emergency Preparedness Plans
Disasters of all types, from man-made (cyberattack or data breach, loss of a key employee, road construction that displaces traffic, supply chain interruption, etc.) or a natural disaster (hurricane, flood, drought, freeze, etc.), can threaten businesses no matter where they are located. Services offered include:
Access to capital including grants and government-backed loan programs
- Disaster recovery plans
- Continuity plans
- Marketing
- Cybersecurity review
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Still have questions? As always the SBDC at FAU is here for you, contact your lead consultant directly, or set up a consultation with a consultant here.
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The Florida SBDC at Florida Atlantic University is a member of the Florida SBDC Network, a statewide service network funded in part through cooperative agreements with the U.S. Small Business Administration, Defense Logistics Agency, State of Florida and other private and public partners; with the University of West Florida serving as the network's lead host institution; and nationally accredited by the Association of SBDCs. SBA's funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions or services. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact the Florida SBDC at FAU: sbdc@fau.edu.
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