Business Trends to Keep Top of Mind in 2022
Learn what you can expect in 2022 and how you can get ready TODAY!
1. Buy into the momentum of e-commerce.
2. Don’t underestimate the popularity of alternative pickup options.
3. Get ready for increased foot traffic.
4. Take time to get serious about your business’s tech capabilities.
5. Be deliberate about where you invest.
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HERE to understand current industry trends and best practices that will help you better position your business for success in 2022!
EIDL APPLICATION DEADLINE:
DECEMBER 31, 2021
PLEASE BE ADVISED:
Applicants
CANNOT submit a new application for any COVID EIDL programs (COVID EIDL, Targeted Advance, Supplemental Targeted Advance) after December 31, 2021.
After December 31, 2021, SBA will still accept:
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Applications for a loan modification (increase). If an applicant already received a COVID EIDL loan, the applicant can still submit a request for an increase up to the amount for which they are eligible up two years from the point of loan origination,
or until funds are exhausted.
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Requests for reconsideration if the loan was declined and the applicant can site information that would help overcome the declination reason.
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Requests for an appeal if the reconsideration of the loan was declined.
Join Us for Our LAST Webinar:
COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan Overview
Learn
the basics of the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), updates that have been made to the program, how to apply, steps for reconsideration & loan increases, and who is eligible for a targeted advance grant.
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Tuesday, December 28 | 1:00pm CDT | REGISTER
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Need Assistance?
The COVID-19 EIDL Customer Service Center is open 8:00am to 8:00pm EST, seven days a week.
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Business Smart Series:
Ready, Set, GO in Business!
READY: Basics of Business Startup
January 4 | 11:00am CDT |
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SET: Essentials of Becoming Credit-Ready
January 11 | 11:00am CDT |
REGISTER
GO: Additional Support & Resources
January 18 | 11:00am CDT |
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Nominate Your Business for a
SBA National Small Business Week Award!
Nomination Deadline: January 11, 2022 at 2:00pm CDT
Did you know, businesses can self-nominate to receive an award during SBA National Small Business Week? Nomination categories include Minority Business Owner of the Year, Veteran Owned Business of the Year, Woman Owned Business of the Year, and many more!
Join us for this Upcoming Webinar that will explain the details:
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Wednesday, January 5, 2022 | 11:00am CDT | REGISTER
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3️ easy ways to #SupportSmallBiz in your community throughout the holiday shopping season:
1. Shop online at the company’s website.
2. Buy gift cards or gift certificates from the business.
3. Recommend the business on social media.
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2022 Veteran Business Battle
EVENT DATE: April 22-23, 2022
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Each year, the event gives invited military veterans an opportunity to pitch business ideas to investors and lenders for a chance to raise capital. Also, attend workshops, connect with resources and learn from other entrepreneurial success stories. APPLICATION
DEADLINE: February 5, 2022.
SBA Certification Programs +
Resources You Need to Know!
Wednesday, January 12 | 1:00pm CDT | REGISTER
Did you know? The U.S. government is the largest customer in the world, buying all types of products and services from small businesses. Increase your chance of winning a government contract through SBA certification programs and learn about SBA resources
that are available to guide you through the process! This session will include Q&A.
The Infrastructure Bill:
Opportunities for Small Businesses
Tuesday, January 18 | 10:00am CDT | REGISTER
Join SBA Houston and Port Houston to learn about the newly passed Infrastructure Bill and how small businesses can benefit with projects and opportunities. Listen to Tim Jeffcoat, SBA District Director, give an overview about the Bill and resources
for business to know.
Join SBA in Honoring National Mentoring Month
Wednesday, January 19 | 10:30am CDT | REGISTER
The Houston District Office is linking up with local organizations including a 32-county servicing area, and other resource groups to bring more knowledge and connections to ensure that access to small business resources is presented in an easy-to-understand
format to bridge the information gap for small businesses.
Diversifying your Contracting Portfolio
Thursday, January 27 | 10:00am CDT |
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Learn how to market your company to do business with various government agencies. Hear from experts about doing business with the U.S. federal government, City of Houston, University of Houston, and Harris County. The event will feature a panel
of successful businesses who will share their insights into how they navigated different agency requirements.
Financial Planning for Disasters
Thursday, January 6 | 11:00am CDT |
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Critical Questions & Information Needed to Do Proper Business Planning
Tuesday, December 28 | 12:00pm CDT |
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How to Get WBENC WBE Certified
Friday, January 7 | 1:00pm CDT |
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Developing a Business Strategy:
Establishing Your Mission, Vision,
and Core Value
Thursday, January 27 | 12:00pm CDT |
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How to Use Contract Opportunities Found in SAM.gov
Friday, January 7 | 9:30am CDT |
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Want to learn more about SBA Programs & Services?
Download the SBA Houston Resource Guide HERE
Questions? Please contact houston@sba.gov
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