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International Women's Day



Happy International Women's Day!

Today, the world celebrates the economic and social achievements of women everywhere. In the United States, there are more than nine million [ [link removed] ]small businesses owned by women, which help power America's economy and strengthen communities. If youre starting, growing, expanding a business or recovering from a disaster, the SBA has your back.

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Flooding in North Dakota, Disaster Preparedness
Mitigation March: Disaster Preparedness Tips

Did you know floods are the most common natural disaster in the United States?

These tips [ [link removed] ] from theOffice of Disaster Assistance can helpyouprotect your home or business and reduce property damage from flooding and other disasters.

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SBA veterans summit in las cruces new mexico
Register for the SBA Military and Veteran Entrepreneur Summit

Veterans: Do you own a business? Are you thinking of starting one?

Join our free SBA Military and Veteran Entrepreneur Summit [ [link removed] ] in Las Cruces, New Mexico and get business tips from successful military and veteran entrepreneurs. Plus learn about SBA resources that can help you start, grow and expand your business.

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April Broderick
Get Inspired: Small Business Success Story

When April Broderick wanted to expand into government contracting, she turned to the SBA.

A&A Fire and Safety Co. in Cabot, Arkansas serves the fire protection and service needs of businesses, schools, and fire departments across the state.

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March 9 Webinar: Changes to Women-Owned Small Business Program

This summer, changes are coming to the certification process for the Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) andEconomically Disadvantaged.

Register and tune in here [ [link removed] ] on March 9 at 12:30 p.m. ET for a webinar about the changes. Visitsba.gov/wosbready [ [link removed] ]to stay updated on the WOSB program.

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Stefanie Baker Wehagen
Worried About Federal Small Business Regulations? SBA's Office of the National Ombudsman Can Help

*By Stefanie Baker Wehagen, SBA's National Ombudsman and Assistant Administrator for Regulatory Enforcement Fairness*

Small businesses across the nation have felt the bite of a fine or punitive action unfairly, and often mistakenly, enforced by a federal regulatory agency.

Meanwhile, small businesses with government contracts sometimes face the daunting challenge of squaring off with a federal agency over payment disputes.

SBA'sOffice of the National Ombudsman ensures small business owners have a voice and an advocate when dealing with what can be an intimidating process.

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