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‘It’s Complicated’ podcast: Atlanta small businesses hardest hit by COVID could get more help in round two of PPP

‘It’s Complicated’ podcast: Atlanta small businesses hardest hit by COVID could get more help in round two of PPP

The U.S. Small Business Administration launched its second draw of Paycheck Protection Program loans Jan. 13.“ These programs are really targeting the hardest hit businesses and disadvantaged businesses,” said Paul Wilson, Jr., area director of the UGA Small Business Development Center at Georgia State University during an interview for this week’s podcast – listen in.

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Georgia State Office of the UGA SBDC Helps Metro Atlanta Small Businesses Build Resilience

Georgia State Office of the UGA SBDC Helps Metro Atlanta Small Businesses Build Resilience

When COVID-19 impacted sales for equipment handling manufacturer SquarePac Services, founders Walter and Jeanille Griggs pivoted quickly. They created Sanitize Now to provide protective equipment, sanitizers and a unique, hands-free universal foot dispenser they designed and manufacture to combat its spread. Read the full story.

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SBDC’s Paul Wilson: Economic Development Week 2020

SBDC’s Paul Wilson: Economic Development Week 2020

Paul Wilson, Area Director for SBDC talks with Christopher Pike during Economic Development Week 2020.
Paul discusses how the SBDC impacts our community and how people can get involved. SBDC offers one-on-one consulting and marketing services along with business training. View the full interview on their Facebook page and follow.

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GSU’s Small Business Development Center Partners to Provide Critical Support to Georgia Business Owners

GSU’s Small Business Development Center Partners to Provide Critical Support to Georgia Business Owners

On April 2, Governor Kemp announced a partnership between the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the Georgia Department of Community Affairs and the Georgia Department of Economic Development to provide the small businesses of Georgia with vital information and assistance during this time of need. In addition to providing an overview of the resources available, Georgia’s 17 SBDCs will be hosting 12 regional webinars to answer business owner’s questions and provide support.