UGA SBDC training leads to new strategic focus, rapid growth for safety consulting firm
When Kate Badey stepped into the role of president at Safety Consultants USA, she saw an opportunity to strengthen the company for the future. Through strategic planning, marketing guidance, and HR support from the UGA SBDC, the company achieved impressive results: 23% sales growth, stronger profit margins, and nearly 20% employment growth in just three years.
Georgia manufacturer’s global success story powered by UGA SBDC support
Built in Georgia, trusted worldwide. Winton Machine produces advanced automation equipment used across the globe. See how UGA SBDC support helped the company grow from a small startup into an internationally recognized manufacturer delivering American-made solutions to customers everywhere.
Manufacturer expands export markets with UGA SBDC support and training
DeLong’s Gizzard Equipment, a specialty poultry equipment parts manufacturer, has carved out a niche in an industry dominated by one-stop poultry machine shops. When owner Mary DeLong Murray set her sights on expanding her company’s export business five years ago, she turned to the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC) for expert […]
UGA SBDC clients recognized as 2026 U.S. SBA Award recipients
Six UGA SBDC clients have been named 2026 Georgia District SBA Award winners, recognizing their leadership, innovation, and impact on Georgia’s economy.
These entrepreneurs represent the very best of small business—driving job creation, strengthening communities, and proving what’s possible with the right support and determination.
Georgia manufacturer Cooper Machine builds family legacy with UGA SBDC support
For nearly 60 years, Cooper Machine Company in Wadley, Ga. has built top-tier sawmill, pallet, and cooperage equipment for customers across the U.S. and abroad.. Now led by CEO Frances Cooper, the family business turned to the UGA SBDC hiring the skilled labor it needed to grow.
Financial fundamentals, UGA SBDC support put Conyers homeopathic business on track for more growth
When Marjorie Roberts, owner of Newton Homeopathics, realized strong sales weren’t translating into profits, she turned to the UGA SBDC for help. With expert guidance on financials, pricing, and marketing, her Conyers-based business is now poised for 100% growth.
UGA SBDC helps Georgia businesswoman build multi-million dollar steel fabrication company
With UGA SBDC guidance, Virginia Murphy secured critical funding, scaled her team, and grew her steel fabrication business, Waste Water Industrial Solutions, into a thriving $4 million company. Today, she’s expanding into the aviation and equipment repair sectors and credits UGA SBDC as her “trusted advisor” throughout the journey.
UGA SBDC helps Georgia manufacturer Versatile Mold and Design reach new markets and milestones
With guidance from the UGA SBDC, Versatile Mold and Design expanded its capabilities and impact in the manufacturing sector. Learn how expert support and strategic planning helped this Rutledge, Ga., business double its workforce and triple its revenue.