Georgia manufacturing company expands globally with support from the UGA SBDC

A group of five people standing in an office-like environment, positioned near a sign that reads ‘Flint Technical Geosolutions.’ The individuals are dressed casually, and there is a potted plant and some office furniture visible in the background.

With guidance from the UGA SBDC’s International Trade Center, Flint Technical Geosolutions expanded into over a dozen international markets—boosting global sales by 250%, adding $2 million in revenue, and growing its workforce. Based in Metter, FTG specializes in environmental engineering solutions used worldwide.

UGA SBDC helps Augusta landscape company build legacy under new ownership

Patrick Wells, owner and president of Piedmont Landscape Management, stands on stage in front of blue curtain to receive SBA award plaque from woman in black dress.

From employee to owner, Patrick Wells turned a career in landscaping into a thriving business. With help from the UGA SBDC, he doubled his team and more than doubled revenue. Today, Piedmont Landscape Management into one of Augusta’s top commercial landscaping companies and Wells has been recognized by SBA as Georgia’s Small Business Person of the Year.

Strategic support from UGA SBDC helps Milledgeville digital marketing agency grow

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What started as a two-person digital marketing agency in a Milledgeville co-working space has grown into a thriving firm serving clients across the country. With guidance from the UGA SBDC, Goebel Media built a strategic foundation for long-term growth – expanding their team, opening a second office, and increasing revenue by over 1,200%.