Building Florida Just how important are small businesses to Florida’s economy? Research shows that there are 2.3 million small businesses in Florida. These businesses are a powerhouse for job creation as they provide nearly two-thirds of […]
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The Secret to Our Success – Our People
The lifeblood of an organization is its people. Since 1976, the Florida SBDC has helped more than 1.1 million existing and emerging businesses grow and succeed. The secret to our success is our talented and dedicated […]
COS Janitorial Mops Up Competition
September 15-October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month. To honor the achievements of Hispanics, the Florida SBDC Network is recognizing Hispanic-owned and Hispanic-led small businesses who are creating jobs, advancing the economy, and improving the […]
Former Educator Opens St. Pete-Based Learning Center
October is National Women’s Small Business Month. To celebrate, the Florida SBDC Network is spotlighting women-owned and women-led businesses from across the state who are making an impact in their communities. Twanna Monroe, Infinite Potential […]
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Florida SBDC Network State Director On Small Business – Part 1
Michael W. Myhre is the Florida SBDC Network State Director and CEO. In this role, Myhre leads the statewide network of more than 40 offices and nearly 250 employees, providing strategic vision and oversight in […]
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Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program Levels Playing Field for Small Businesses
By: Charlene Bostic, PTAC Manager, FSBDC at USF The world of government contracts is a competitive one. For many minority-owned or disadvantaged small businesses, the ability to compete can seem nearly impossible to get into. Luckily […]
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Small Business is Big Business in Florida
By: Michael Myhre, Florida SBDC CEO & Network State Director It is often said that small businesses are critical to our state’s economy. Unfortunately their role sometimes is overlooked due to their inherent size. Studies, […]
The Untold Realities of Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship is the embodiment of the American Dream. With the emergence of giants such as Apple and Microsoft, society has undergone a major paradigm shift—where previously entrepreneurs were seen as misfits; today they are viewed […]
