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Nominations Open for Georgia Small Business ROCK STARS 2023
Small businesses constitute a major portion of Georgia’s economy, providing employment, goods and services across the state. To appreciate and celebrate the achievements and contributions of small businesses, the State of Georgia holds Small Business Week every year in May. During this time, the Georgia Department of Economic Development and the Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA) come together to spotlight several exceptional small businesses, naming them Small Business ROCK STARS. These awards are designed to praise the yearly contributions of Georgia’s energetic entrepreneurs, and since their inception have seen over 4,000 businesses nominated and 50 businesses recognized.
Read MoreInnovATL2023 Offers Events for Georgia Innovators this Fall
InnovATL2023 is a yearly push to support innovation in Metro Atlanta and the southeast, consisting of multiple events designed to bring together disruptors and innovators from across industries to learn and grow. From September 26 through October 20, 2023, these events promise ripe opportunities for local entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators to hone their skills and build their networks. But with so many events, where to begin? We’ve taken the time to summarize five of the most promising events listed by InnovATL2023 so you can see at a glance where your time and money will be best spent.
Read MoreOcean Exchange Opening Applications for Two Collegiate Awards
Fort Lauderdale, Fla., August 15, 2023 – The Ocean Exchange, a leader in supporting the acceleration of innovative solutions for healthy oceans and the sustainable blue economy, announces that there…
Read MoreGeorgia Southern education professors awarded nearly $400K from National Science Foundation for collaborative initiative to improve math problem solving through innovation
NEWS PROVIDED BY GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY SAVANNAH, Ga., August 15, 2023 — Almost 30% of adults in the U.S. lack basic numeracy skills, meaning they don’t understand simple processes like counting, arithmetic…
Read MoreUGA SBDC Presents Digital Ads to Drive Sales in Richmond Hill August 23, 2023
The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC), a Public Service and Outreach unit of the University of Georgia, along with Blue Edge Business Solutions, invites small business owners…
Read MoreAs Summer Closes, So Do Our 2023 Summer STEAM Sessions
Every summer The Creative Coast offers a number of youth STEAM sessions at local recreational centers and libraries around Savannah. This summer’s theme was ‘Edible Creations.’ Through our partnerships, we were able to serve over sixty boys and girls ranging from the K-12 grades.
Read MoreSavannah SCORE’s “Black in Business” event focussed on empowering & connecting
Savannah SCORE’s 2023 “Black in Business” event took place on Wednesday, August 2nd at the Eckburg Auditorium of Savannah Technical College. This year’s event served as a platform for local…
Read MoreThe Fearless Fund Offering $20K Grant to Woman of Color Founder
The Fearless Fund is a fund that invests in women of color led businesses seeking pre-seed, seed level or series A financing. The fund is built by women of color…
Read MoreEmployee Retention Credit Still Available for Some Small Businesses
As a small business owner navigating the financial challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be eligible to claim the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) on your taxes. This tax credit, introduced by the United States government as part of the CARES Act, aims to provide financial relief to businesses that retained their employees during the economic hardship caused by the pandemic.
Read MoreAntares Capital Announces $20k Antares REACH Grant Opportunities for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs
Antares Capital has taken a significant step towards fostering inclusivity and empowerment within the entrepreneurial landscape by announcing the launch of the second round of the Antares REACH Grant Program. Geared towards supporting entrepreneurs from historically underrepresented groups (HUGs) who lead venture-scalable businesses, this initiative aims to bridge the funding gap that has hindered many early-stage business owners from minority backgrounds. By providing a platform for these visionary leaders to unleash their full potential, the program seeks to fuel their growth trajectories and foster innovation.
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