Success Stories

When two sisters launched an in-home, non-medical home care franchise to better serve families like their own, demand quickly followed. With strategic coaching from the UGA SBDC, Acti-Kare Responsive In-Home Care in LaGrange built the systems needed to scale—nearly tripling revenue, expanding staff, and earning top statewide and local awards while keeping quality care at the center of their mission.

The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC) has released the 2026 edition of “Small Business and Its Impact on Georgia.” This annual publication provides key data on Georgia’s 1.4 million small businesses and takes a closer look at industry trends in Atlanta and South Georgia.

When Griffin Thomas saw an opportunity to expand his business, TopLine Lawncare and Landscaping, he knew he needed guidance. With UGA SBDC support, he secured financing, improved financial management, and expanded into a new facility—fueling 24% revenue growth and earning SBA Georgia Young Entrepreneur of the Year honors.

Chrissy Miner—owner and principal of The Miner Agency—leveraged the UGA Small Business Development Center to strengthen operations, expand into government contracting, earn key federal certifications, and grow her company into a seven-figure business.