Florida SBDC Business Blog
SBA Announces Makerspace Training, Collaboration and Hiring (MaTCH) Pilot Competition
Release Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2019 Release Number: 19-32 Contact: Jennifer.Kelly@sba.gov , 202-205-7036 WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration Acting Administrator Chris Pilkerton announced the launch of the Makerspace Training, Collaboration and Hiring (MaTCH) Pilot Competition. The MaTCH Pilot Competition seeks to address the […]
Read More →See and Be Seen: Making that Lasting Connection
by Yanina Rosario | May 22, 2019 The Tampa Bay area is fortunate to have a vibrant business community and support from public and private organizations. Recently I attended the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council (FSMSDC) monthly minority business meeting where representatives from the […]
Read More →Is your new hire a W-2 Employee or 1099 Contractor?
by Corey McCaster | May 21, 2019 Many small business owners may find themselves faced with the dilemma of determining if a new hire is considered a W-2 employee or a 1099 independent contractor. Unfortunately, they often make the wrong decision. According to the Internal […]
Read More →Business owner utilizes second chance in life to give back to the community
Secura Properties Management LLC of Polk County
After dedicating his entire career to helping others as a rehabilitation counselor, Mark Ramnauth wanted to continue giving back to the community in his retirement.
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NoMo Bands of Hillsborough County
“My business started all because of my beautiful daughter.”
Read More →From garage to 20,000 square feet, Lakeland business owner strives for continued success
Alternative Custom Crating of Polk County
When Timothy Bowser first started his business in 2000, he started in his garage with a saw he borrowed. Today, Bowser services an area of about 100 miles and operates Alternative Custom Crating in a 20,000 square foot warehouse, based in Lakeland.
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