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Minority-Owned Business

Business Owners

Business ownership offers flexibility

Having your own small business allows you the freedom and flexibility you’ve always dreamed of. The Florida SBDC at USF provides resources to help minority-owned businesses grow and succeed. From registering your business to going after your first contract as a certified minority-owned business, our certified business consultants are here to help you grow your business.

Our expert consultants at the Florida SBDC at USF can assist you with:

  • becoming a certified, minority-owned business
  • government contracting
  • growth acceleration services
  • import/export plans
  • marketing strategies
  • capital access
  • low-cost training seminars

All of these services are available through no-cost, confidential consulting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there grants available for minority-owned businesses?

Typically, grants go to non-profit social service, larger research and educational institutions. However, there are minority-specific loans available through a variety of organizations. Schedule an appointment with a finance consultant today to find out more.

What resources are available for woman-owned small businesses?

There are many resources available for minorities, including the Small Business Administration. There are also many variations of Chambers of Commerce available throughout the Tampa Bay area to serve minority-owned businesses, offering a wealth of networking opportunities.

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3802 Spectrum Blvd., Suite 201
Tampa, FL 33612

813-396-2700

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Florida SBDC Network

The Florida SBDC at the University of South Florida is a member of the Florida SBDC Network, a statewide partnership program nationally accredited by the Association of America’s SBDCs and funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration, Department of Defense, State of Florida, and other private and public partners, with the University of West Florida serving as the network’s headquarters. Full funding disclosure available at www.floridasbdc.org/funding-disclosures/. Florida SBDC services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Language assistance services are available for individuals with limited English proficiency.

All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA or other funding partners.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and/or limited English proficiency will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. To request accommodation or language assistance, please contact Nelson Reyes, nreyes@usf.edu, 813.396.2700.

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