Community ties, relationship with UGA SBDC leads to growth for restaurant franchise
When the pandemic threatened her fast-casual restaurant, Dos Bros, Purvi Patel turned to the UGA SBDC for help securing funding, expanding her catering operations, and opening two more locations! Today, Dos Bros not only thrives but also gives back—supporting nonprofit organizations, employing individuals with intellectual disabilities, and mentoring students through local schools.
Taproom serves positivity with help of the UGA SBDC
With the help of UGA SBDC, Mike Martin was able to fulfill his dream of creating a taproom that served more than just beer and wine in his community of Jefferson, Georgia.
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.
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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.
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.