2018 Support Staff of the Year

Without our Support Staff, the UGA SBDC wouldn’t be able to function as efficiently as we do. Throughout the year, there are many support staff members that go above and beyond “the call of duty,” to ensure that their office runs smoothly and will occasionally also assist other offices with special projects if needed. And […]

Improved Accountability Drives Success For Middle Georgia Retailer

Savings and sustainability go hand-in-hand in Brad Bishoff’s Cartridge World. Any business that uses printer toner or ink –from retailers to legal offices and hospitals– can save up to a third of their costs on these items at his three stores. His customers also help the environment by recycling toner and printer cartridges that would […]

Real Estate Sector Opportunities Under The Tax Cut and Jobs Act

Small Business and Its Impact on Georgia 2018 | State of Small Business

In the 2018 edition of the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center’s international award-winning publication, “Small Business and Its Impact on Georgia,” the article below titled, “Real Estate Sector Opportunities Under The Tax Cut and Jobs Act,” was featured. Tax reform is the first legislative success of the young Trump Administration, with Congress and […]

Improved Financials Position Savannah BBQ Owner for Rapid Growth

Bryan Furman was a laser operator at the JCB manufacturing plant in Pooler, GA when he decided to start a small BBQ business on the side.   “I have a passion for cooking and felt like there was no good BBQ where we stayed. And I wanted to be able to leave something for our kids.”  He tried to open a small place in Savannah in 2012, […]

From Model to Medical Practice

Solid financial planning turns unique vision into thriving middle Georgia practice. After several years of working in other practices, Dr. Jeff Langford, a specialist in allergy and immunology, wanted to drive quality control himself. He also knew much of Middle Georgia’s population lacked easy access to his specialty. So he developed a new practices model […]

Lunch & Learn: Grassroots Marketing | 8.15.18

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][block_title style=”column_title” inner_style=”inline_border” title=”Overview”][/block_title][vc_column_text]In the ever changing world of marketing and technology, as a business owner you can become overwhelmed just trying to keep up and feeling confident that you are doing ‘the right things.’ In this workshop you will learn essential, grassroots marketing strategies and practices that will ensure you’re implementing activities […]

2018 4th Annual CEO Breakfast Workshop – Augusta

Join business owners from the area for networking and conversation about hot topics for small businesses.  This year’s discussion and presentation includes an overview of: Branding Digital Marketing Social Media Marketing Insights Strategic Planning Tips for Various Social Media Platforms Join UGA SBDC professionals and local digital marketing company owner, Julie Felder on Wednesday, January […]