UGA SBDC assists FREN in transforming medical spaces
With support from the UGA SBDC, design innovator Stephen Nottingham strengthened and scaled Fren, a multidisciplinary design firm focused on healthcare and education. SBDC consulting helped refine Fren’s business concept, funding strategy, and growth plan—fueling rapid expansion, new hires, and 400% annual revenue growth.
A lifetime learner thrives with UGA SBDC
James Guzman worked with the UGA SBDC to transform his plumbing startup into a fast-growing, trusted brand. Through SBDC training, rebranding guidance, and strategic planning, Guzman scaled True Blue Plumbing from a one-person operation into a multi-vehicle company with a growing team—boosting sales sevenfold and strengthening both business performance and community impact.
Ice cream store grows into sweet success with guidance from UGA SBDC
From inventive flavors to growing demand, butter’dudder Ice Cream turned to the UGA SBDC when it was ready to expand. With SBDC guidance on planning, financial projections, and SBA financing, the family-owned business successfully opened its third store and continues to strengthen operations—building a sweet legacy rooted in community, quality, and growth.
Local sanitation company taps into UGA SBDC resources, experiences growth through excellent customer service
Mike and Christy Plowman turned community demand into a fast‑growing sanitation business with help from the UGA SBDC. By tapping into SBDC expertise for financing, planning, and growth strategy, Boomerang Sanitation scaled from a few hundred customers to thousands—while staying grounded in exceptional customer service and community impact.
Rapid growth requires new employment strategies
When U.S. Army Major Reginald Foster began planning his retirement gig, he and his wife, Zenna, began researching franchise operations. They chose Tropical Smoothie Café and approached the Augusta office for help. The Fosters now employ 58 people and are preparing to open another store in Augusta.
Strategic guidance helps Thomasville cheesemakers grow and thrive
Raised on a South Georgia farm, Jessica Little never expected to return home—but a passion for cheesemaking and sustainable agriculture led her back to help grow Sweet Grass Dairy into a nationally recognized artisan cheese producer. With support from the UGA SBDC, the Littles expanded their creamery, added dozens of jobs, increased sales, and successfully navigated growth challenges, positioning the business for continued success in competitive retail markets.
Tasting success at Qualusi Vineyards
Hidden amid suburban growth near Cobb Parkway, a multigenerational family farm took an unexpected turn toward winemaking. Facing financing challenges despite decades of agricultural experience, the Gilberts transformed part of their 500-acre property into Qualusi Vineyards with help from the UGA SBDC. The result is a thriving vineyard and event space that has quickly exceeded expectations and become a regional destination.
Atlanta (UGA SBDC at Morehouse College)
<h1>Contact</h1> 830 Westview Drive SW<br />Atlanta, GA 30314-3776 Phone: (470) 639-0262 Email: [email protected] Our Services In addition to educational trainings, we provide confidential, no-cost, one-on-one business consulting (by appointment) to owners of for-profit Georgia businesses. If you are starting a new business and would like to meet with a business consultant, we request that you […]