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Standards and Complying with Foreign Regulations, September 28 at 11AM PDT

Join SBA’s Office of International Trade for an overview of the fundamentals of complying with regulations, the role of international standards, and where to find additional support and resources, when selling internationally.  We will be joined by experts from the from the International Trade Administration’s Office of Standards and Intellectual Property

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Manufacturing Webinar Series, September 30-October 28 at 11AM PDT

Get insights from exporting and manufacturing experts during a new webinar series to celebrate Manufacturing Month (October)

  • SEP 30 – Manufacturing Day Celebration – manufacturers share how they effectively tapped Federal Government export assistance to achieve global market success
  • OCT 7 – Early-stage Manufacturers – hear about federal resources available to support the idea phase, commercialization, and global growth journey of early-stage manufacturers
  • OCT 14 – Financing/Credit Insurance – learn about finance challenges and solutions for manufacturers
  • OCT 21 – Supply Chain – find out how your company can improve operations, reduce costs, and mitigate risk through effective supply chain management
  • OCT 28 – Celebrando el Mes de la Manufactura

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SFDO Calendar of Events

Programs & Resources

National Hispanic Heritage Month

Did you know that there are over 4 million Hispanic-owned businesses in the U.S., making them the fastest-growing segment of U.S. small businesses? Earlier this week, SBA Administrator Guzman, the fourth Latina Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, and the highest-ranking Latina serving in President Biden’s Cabinet, released a statement to commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month

The SBA will also host an online panel discussion for Hispanic Heritage Month on October 14, 2021 at 9AM PDT. Additional details including the registration link will be available soon

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EIDL

COVID-19 EIDL

SBA enhances COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program to aid small businesses facing challenges from delta variant.  Key changes include increased loan cap to $2 million, expanded use of funds to pay business debt, streamlined review processes and deferred payments

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National Preparedness Month

September 2021 is National Preparedness Month. Disasters can take many forms and the financial cost of rebuilding after a disaster can be overwhelming. If you’re prepared for emergencies, you’ll be in a better position to recover and continue operations when a disaster strikes. During National Preparedness Month, take the important steps to keep your small business, employees and family safe when a disaster strikes

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Illustration of a laptop with text that includes, PPP Forgiveness Portal

SBA launched a streamlined application portal to allow borrowers with Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans $150,000 or less and through participating lenders, to apply for forgiveness directly through the SBA

For assistance, watch the training video here.  Borrowers may also call (877) 552-2692

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