Erosion control product manufacturer expands marketing with assistance from UGA SBDC

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Looking to increase their online presence and expand their digital marketing efforts, owners of Silt Saver attended a UGA SBDC class focusing on LinkedIn strategy and was connected with Peter Williams, business consultant at the UGA SBDC in Macon. Williams educated Potter and Stephanie Singleton on ways to leverage social media to enhance their current marketing efforts. Now, Silt Saver is selling on a much broader scope.

Former police officer takes safety standard product to market with the help of UGA SBDC

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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

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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.

Seasoned entrepreneur experiences rapid growth

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Carey Jones scaled Reliable Rolloff Solutions into a rapidly growing waste services company with help from the UGA SBDC. SBDC consulting helped him strengthen financial analysis, improve operations, and make strategic expansion decisions—fueling growth from two to 22 employees and nearly tenfold revenue gains in the company’s early years.

Atlanta architect wins clients and awards

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With support from the UGA SBDC, architect Monica Fenderson successfully grew MOSA Architects from a solo practice into a thriving full‑service firm. Through strategic planning, business training, and certification guidance from the SBDC, MOSA increased revenues tenfold, expanded its team, and earned major certifications and awards—allowing Fenderson to focus on both smart growth and creative design.

Trust, then Verify: CPA values well-researched second opinion prior to purchasing firm

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When experienced accountant Lisa Mayo was approached about buying another firm, she turned to the UGA SBDC not as an expert—but as a client. With guidance from SBDC consultant Rick McMurtrey, Mayo carefully evaluated the opportunity, purchased the practice, expanded into a larger space, and grew Mayo & Associates into a thriving full-service firm with rapidly increasing revenue and staff.

Lawn care company exceeds yearly projections with help from SBDC

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From mowing neighborhood lawns as a child to leading a rapidly growing regional business, Kyle Flanagan’s entrepreneurial journey is rooted in hard work and smart guidance. With support from the UGA SBDC, Flanagan scaled his lawn care operation, navigated major transitions, and eventually launched Lawn Ace—now a thriving company with steady growth topping $1 million in revenue.

Eric Stanley Bonaparte Award Endowment Fund

After 26 years with the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center, Eric Bonaparte retired – but his contributions to the UGA SBDC would continue. “To those who have known Eric it is no surprise that he would not only support the SBDC but also place a particular emphasis on recognizing individuals who have excelled […]