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The Makerspace Training, Collaboration and Hiring Pilot Competition, sba.gov/match
The SBA announced the winners of the Makerspace Training, Collaboration and Hiring (MaTCH) Pilot Competition, awarding $1 million in prize money to competition winners. Makerspaces are uniquely positioned to help innovate training for the workforces of today and tomorrow, and spur economic development across the country. Through the MaTCH competition, the winners will be able to directly support vocational education, develop apprenticeships, and cultivate access to entrepreneurship. Multiple winners are also located in Opportunity Zones where job creation and investments are moving forward to revitalize communities.
See the list of winners [ [link removed] ]
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Owner of Sweets and Meats, Kristen Bailey holding a pulled pork taco in her food truck
Get Inspired: Small Business Success Story
The idea for Cincinnati-based barbecue business Sweets and Meats began in Kristen Baileys backyard. She and her partner Anton Gafney hosted cookouts, serving family recipes to friends. In 2014, the two started Sweets and Meats BBQ, serving smoked meats and a variety of sides and desserts.
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The Learning Center
How to Prepare a Loan Package
Are you thinking about securing a loan for your small business? Take SBA's FREE online training for an overview of how to prepare a loan package.
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5 Considerations When Choosing Hardware for your Business
Your small businesss hardware includes your desktop and laptop computers, servers, printers, portable storage devices, video cards and telephony systems. Since these items can take up a significant portion of your IT budget, its important to consider new purchases carefully.
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Webinar Series: How to Contract with the Federal Government
GSAs Office of Small Business Utilization will hold a series of webinars to help small business owners contract with the federal government.
* *Getting on the GSA Schedule: What You Need to Know | September 3, 2:00 pm ET
*This virtual training course will outline what a GSA Schedule is and help you understand the process for getting on the GSA Schedule. Register here [ [link removed] ].
* *Marketing Your GSA Contract | September 12, 1:00 pm ET
*There are many opportunities available in the federal procurement market. Developing a federal marketing and sales strategy can help you achieve success in the federal sector. Register for this webinar to learn how to create an effective federal marketing plan with a targeted approach to government procurement. Register here [ [link removed] ].
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