UGA SBDC aids Atlanta pediatrician in practicing medicine with solid business advice
Dr. Nancy Doelling had a career in business trading foreign currency, but after having her first child she realized her passion lied in pediatric medicine. After completing medical school, she knew she could turn to the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC) for guidance on building a successful medical practice.
Local artisan store sees success with help of UGA SBDC
When Nick and Tonya Rintye had an idea to open a store selling locally made goods, they knew their first step was to meet with the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC). Since opening, Locally Made Savannah has seen strong growth in both revenue and employees. They now showcase goods for purchase from more than 300 local artisans.
UGA SBDC helps bakery survive and thrive despite pandemic
The UGA SBDC supports businesses at every stage—whether preparing for growth or navigating unexpected challenges. That support proved critical for BreadWorks International, which faced pandemic-related hurdles after its founding in 2007. With UGA SBDC guidance, the company not only survived but achieved 1,100 percent sales growth and added 15 employees.
Small business owners in rural Georgia learn to build a powerful online presence through UGA SBDC’s Digital Marketing Bootcamp
More than 600 rural Georgia entrepreneurs are strengthening their online presence through the UGA Small Business Development Center’s Digital Marketing Bootcamps. These free, hands-on sessions help small business owners demystify SEO, social media, and emerging technologies—giving them practical tools to reach customers and grow in today’s digital marketplace.
Former police officer takes safety standard product to market with the help of UGA SBDC
A roadside accident sparked a life‑saving idea—and with help from the UGA Small Business Development Center, former police officer Deidre Goodwin turned that idea into a fast‑growing safety product company. With SBDC guidance on strategy, marketing, and growth, Haltzgloves went from prototype to national distribution, achieving 500‑fold sales growth and earning a major big‑box retail contract.
UGA SBDC digital marketing leads to market expansion for Cornelia managed service provider
With help from the UGA Small Business Development Center, Cornelia-based ACG Solutions sharpened its digital marketing and SEO strategy to fuel expansion across Northeast Georgia. SBDC consulting led to stronger online visibility, new market entry, and measurable results—driving revenue growth, job creation, and a broader service footprint for the family-owned IT firm.
With UGA SBDC assistance, franchisee grows to four locations and receives national recognition
After decades as a corporate executive, a simple question on a Massage Envy brochure sparked Mark Preetorius’s journey into franchise ownership, leading him to explore franchising with guidance from the UGA Small Business Development Center.
Digital marketing puts cybersecurity firm on the radar for new clients
Athens-based Firestorm Cyber boosted its visibility and client growth through strategic digital marketing with guidance from the UGA SBDC. SBDC consulting helped refine the firm’s website and LinkedIn presence, leading to major new clients and rapid expansion—now serving customers worldwide with triple-digit growth in recent years.