Imagine it’s the year 2060. Growth has exploded. Industry is thriving. The region is booming and development is everywhere. But will there be water to sustain this growth? What will happen when you turn on the tap in your home? As a result of wise planning and infrastructure investments by the major water suppliers in…
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SBA Hosts Business Matchmaking to Link Small Businesses with Federal Contract Opportunities during National Small Business Week
The U.S. Small Business Administration will host a business matchmaking event allowing small businesses to discuss procurement opportunities with major corporations and federal agencies during National Small Business Week on May 22 in Washington, DC. Blog this! Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Share on FriendFeed Share on Linkedin Share on Orkut…
SBA names Audrey L. Godwin, The Godwin Group Washington’s 2012 Financial Services Champion of the Year
In this down economy, some businesses are getting a hand up, thanks to Audrey L. Godwin. Since forming the Godwin Group in 2003, she has helped start-ups to multi-million dollar companies achieve financial goals that improve access to funding and ultimately enhance the quality of individual business owner’s lives to help improve their communities. Blog…
Home is Where the Bills Are – How You Can Help
Please watch this short video from my friend Tracy Corley Verinnovation. If we all work together to help solve this challenge, it will benefit everyone in the form of lower utility bills. HearthLight Project Presents “Home is Where the Bills Are” preview. This video will introduce you to the need for energy efficiency among low-income…
SBA Names Albert Shen, President of Shen Consulting Washington’s 2012 Minority Champion of the Year
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 2012 Washington state Minority Champion of the Year is Albert Shen, owner of Shen Consulting, Inc., a project planning, design, and construction management company. His firm helped complete some of the largest transportation capital improvement programs in the Puget Sound region including a third Sea-Tac runway, and a new…
State invests nearly $153 million in public infrastructure projects
The Public Works Board recently announced the approval of $152,781,000 for 58 public infrastructure construction projects around the state. “In December 2011, Governor Gregoire adopted the Board’s recommended loan list of infrastructure projects in her capital budget proposal,” said Stan Finkelstein, Chair of the Public Works Board. “Over the past four months, we have worked…
SBA Says: Tell Us Your Story! (Using Video)
Do you have a small business story to tell? Every business has one. Tell your story to the SBA and your video may appear at National Small Business Week, SBA’s marquee event that attracts hundreds of small business owners, Fortune 500 company executives, Members of Congress and Obama Administration officials. Blog this! Bookmark on Delicious…
State Budget Agreement Welcome News to Association of Washington Business
The Association of Washington Business is pleased that lawmakers reached bipartisan agreement early this morning on a supplemental budget that puts Washington on a path toward responsible, sustainable spending. “It wasn’t easy – and nobody got everything they wanted – but lawmakers proved it is possible to come together and find a way to protect…
No travel needed for expedited passports
As of April 2, 2012, the Seattle Passport Agency no longer requires travel plans in order to make an appointment and apply in person at the Agency. Previously, proof of urgent departure within two weeks was required in order to make an appointment. The agency offers five-day service for first time passport applicants, passport renewals,…
Young Entrepreneurs Dream Big
By Calvin W. Goings, SBA Assistant Associate Administrator All across the country, there are young men and women dreaming of opening their own business. Some are looking to start the next social media phenomenon, while others are focused on a business idea that fills an important niche on their campuses and in their communities. At…
