Rob Olin has held a number of corporate positions including radio announcer, marketing director for Georgia Techs athletic department, and his own public relations and marketing company. However,...
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How to Start a Business When You Have No Money
It takes money to make money. If your pockets are empty, its time to get creative. By: Meg C Hall Like it or not, starting a business requires some level of financial investment. Because bank loans...
SBDCs Recognized in the United States Senate on SBDC Day
Statement inthe Congressional RecordBy Senators Jim Risch and Jeanne Shaheen Chairman and Ranking MemberU.S. Senate Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, on...
Inspiration from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
On January 16th, our Nation will celebrate the life of one of the most respected leaders of our time who stood against inequalities: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Kings most important accomplishment...
Demographic Characteristics of Florida Business Owners
The percentage of minority-owned businesses increased by 36.2 percent between 2007 and 2012, making up 44.1 percent of all Florida businesses (see Figure 1), which proportionately represents more...
Florida’s Self-Employed Businesses
Florida is leading all states in the rate of increase in the number of non-employer businesses, according to the most recent statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau. Between 2013 and 2014, Floridas...
Florida’s International Trade
The impact of international trade in Florida is undeniable. International trade comprises 17 percent of Floridas economy, with more than $153 billion in trade value moving through the states air and...
Cybersecurity: A Growing Issue for Florida Businesses
Cybersecurity Reality Cyber-attacks on small businesses are on the rise but many business owners still arent prepared to deal with potential breaches. Last year, 43 percent of all attacks worldwide...
Florida’s Small Business Needs
As Floridas recovery continues, business owners are showing confidence in stability of the states economy, according to the Florida SBDC Networks most recent annual survey of small business clients....
Florida’s Middle Market Businesses
Floridas middle market businesses are thriving, beating the national rate in year-over-year revenue growth during the 2nd quarter of 2016. Thats according to the Middle Market Indicator from the...