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January 2021
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What's Your Business Really Worth?

Join us in a webinar to discuss important tools to help you gain perspective on the financial and operational health of your business.  
Learn about the documents you will need to prepare your business valuation report in order to get an accurate measure of what your business is worth. After completing the webinar, clients will have the opportunity to schedule time with a consultant to obtain a custom business valuation report at no charge.

Date: Feb 17
Time: Noon to 1 pm
Another Round of Assistance

The Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, announced the reopening of the Paycheck Protection Program early in January for eligible new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers. This new round of funding is aimed at providing relief, with priority given to underserved communities.

Stay up to date on the rules and regulations for the program, here.
On Jan.17, the SBA announced the extension of the Economic Injury and Disaster Loan (EIDL) program deadline and reactivation of the EIDL Advance program. The EIDL Advance program is now referred to as the “Targeted EIDL Advance” and is only available to applicants in low-income communities who applied previously.

To learn more, visit, here.
Grant Funding Available


Does your startup have innovative dual-use technology that the U.S. Department of Defense and the Air Force could use? Through a competitive awards-based program, the Small Business Innovation Research program enables small businesses to explore their technological potential and provides the incentive to profit from its commercialization. For more information contact your consultant for assistance.

The deadline to apply is Feb. 18, here.
Government Contracts

For businesses interested in becoming a prime contractor or a subcontractor — for federal, state or local government agencies — our consultants provide the following:

  • Determination of suitability and the securing of the necessary registrations
  • Comprehension of the language and contract basics
  • Assistance in applying for small business certifications such as SDVOSB, 8(a), HUBZone 
  • Assistance with applying for recognition as a Small Disadvantaged Business, Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business, and Minority Business Enterprise
  • Research procurement histories and forecasts
  • Connections with government buyers and prime contractors
  • Identification of proposal and bid opportunities
  • Customized profiles on automated BidMatch service
  • Review of solicitations, proposal documents and recommendations
  • Assistance with contract performance requirements and audits
  • Assistance with post-award contract administration requirements
Growth Acceleration Plan
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 plan which includes:

  • Description of the methodology of the report and the company background
  • Market and industry analysis and data for decision-making
  • Detailed financial statement analysis
  • Report recommendations 
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 below.
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.