When Andrea Mullins launched Dog Academy LLC during the pandemic, she wasn’t waiting for the perfect facility or the ideal moment. She was starting with heart, grit, and the only space she had: a 1,500-square-foot […]
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When Business Owners Unite, Big Things Happen
Green’s Eco Air Conditioning Doubles Revenue with Support of FSBDC at Daytona State College and It’s Growth XChange Running a small business can be a lonely journey that is not without roadblocks. Many owners discover […]
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FG Granite & Marble
Fabio Rodriguez, the owner of FG Granite & Marble, was referred to the Florida SBDC at UNF by another satisfied client who had previously benefited from consulting services. When he first met with the Veronica […]
High Point Academy:
Entering a New Community with New Ideas Education Company Introduces New School and New Educational Model in Ormand Beach with Assistance from the FSBDC at UCF High Point Academy – FSBDC at UCF Success Story […]
Built on Discipline, Sealed with Purpose
When Hunter returned to Pensacola after a decade of military service, there was one thing he knew he wanted to do: build something of his own that would reflect the same grit and precision that […]
Cabinetry Manufacturer Builds Success in Tampa Bay
IQ+ Cabinetry of Hillsborough County What began as an unexpected opportunity for Carolina Ojeda and her husband, has grown into a thriving cabinetry manufacturing and remodeling business, specializing in custom cabinets, countertops, and closets. Using […]
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McCarthy Fabrication Credits CEO XChange for Stronger Leadership and Smarter Growth
FSBDC at UCF Executive Roundtable’s Peer Insights help MFAB Navigate Rapid Expansion. McCarthy Fabrication – Florida SBDC at UCF Success Story [H. Thayer – 2025 Carryover] Leading a small business can be one of the […]
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Novak Technologies evolves and expands globally, with help from FSBDC at FIU and STEP grants
When Augusto “Tony” Lizarraga reflects on the nearly 25-year journey of his Miami-based company, Novak Technologies, one theme stands out clearly: adaptability. Founded in 2000, Novak Technologies began as a supplier for major petroleum companies such […]
Phatz Sports Bar & Grill: Building a Landmark with the Florida SBDC’s Guidance
Phatz Sports Bar in Fort Pierce, Florida, is a powerful example of what happens when entrepreneurial vision meets the right support system. Owned and operated by Tessa Adams, Phatz has grown from a small neighborhood […]
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Eii Triumphs in Government Contracting APEX Accelerator at UCF Paves the Way
Selling to the expansive government market is a major opportunity for small businesses, one that is often overlooked. It is different in important ways, however, with a specific vocabulary and new and often unfamiliar processes, […]
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