Georgia manufacturing company expands globally with support from the UGA SBDC
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.
Strategic support from UGA SBDC helps Milledgeville digital marketing agency grow
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%.
Empowering early education: UGA SBDC guides Clayton County childcare center to growth
Meet Adaeze Ngoddy, founder of Rex Childcare & Early Learning Center. For 30+ years, she’s been dedicated to early education, but she knew her business had room to grow. With help from the UGA SBDC, she improved her finances, marketing, and hiring strategies—leading to a 9.1% revenue increase & 13.6% workforce growth in just one year.
Recipe for success: How UGA SBDC helped Dunwoody wine venue rebound and grow
When Vino Venue needed a post-pandemic boost, the UGA SBDC stepped in with expert guidance on marketing, branding, and operations. The result? A stronger business, increased revenue, and a smooth transition to new ownership.
Flying High: UGA SBDC helps helicopter parts company go global with e-commerce boost
When Sean Casey, co-founder and president of Rotorcorp LLC, wanted to grow his business through e-commerce, he turned to the International Trade Center at the UGA SBDC. With expert guidance, Rotorcorp expanded into international online sales, doubling revenue, tripling its customer base, and becoming a leader in e-commerce—earning national recognition along the way.
Electronic medical records company sees significant growth after working with the UGA SBDC
Following a near closure during the pandemic, ShareableFORMS, led by founder Bobby Mehan and CEO Holly O’Hare, collaborated with the UGA SBDC to transform the business. In one year, the Bremen, Ga.-based company saw impressive growth, boosting operating income by 137%, while reducing costs by 15%.
Partnership with UGA SBDC Helps Trade Show Display Company Enhance International Relations
Displayit was looking to enhance its relationship with its international agent and hire a freight forwarder to streamline imports. After working with the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center’s International Trade Center, Displayit has increased revenue 5% by working with its international agent to develop a new product line and is importing up to 12 containers a year, each housing up to $200,000 of revenue.
UGA SBDC Aids in Expansion of Successful Co-Working Salon Studio
Amika Carter had built two successful locations of her co-working salon, Beya Salon Studios, in Atlanta and was ready to open a third near Atlanta’s West End when she reached out to Terence Strong, Fiserv business consultant at the UGA SBDC at Morehouse College, for assistance. Together they worked on strategic expansion plans, financial projections, a tenant recruitment plan and a review of the return on investment from her marketing efforts. Beya Salon Studio’s third location opened in September 2023, breaking even the first month with 21 studios leased. Now, the location is nearly at capacity with only five of its 34 spaces available.
