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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A federal court has issued a preliminary injunction against Seek Capital and its founder and CEO, Roy Ferman, after allegations of deceptive practices targeting small business owners. …
FTC Takes Action to Shield Small Business Owners from $37M Scam by Seek Capital Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced sweeping changes designed to prioritize American citizens in its programs and align with federal immigration policies. Administrator Kelly Loeffler …
Is Your Business at Risk? SBA’s New Rules Shake Up Loans and Target Sanctuary Cities Read More
NEW YORK — Small business owners across the United States are looking ahead to 2025 with optimism, despite grappling with significant obstacles such as inflation, tax complexity, and difficulties accessing capital. …
Survey Reveals Optimism Among Small Business Owners for 2025, but Challenges Persist Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of General Services (DGS) has announced a record-breaking $1.24 billion in spending on contracts with small businesses, small diverse businesses (SDBs), and veteran-owned business …
Pennsylvania Breaks Records with $1.24 Billion Investment Powering Small and Veteran-Owned Businesses Read More
EXTON, PA —– Starting Monday, a one-month application window opens for small businesses to apply for up to $2,000 in funding for professional services through the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC)’s New …
Chester County Economic Development Council Offers Micro Grants for Mentoring and Professional Services for Small Businesses Through New Business Champions Program Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — With the buzz of the 119th Congress and a new administration preparing to take the reins, small businesses are stepping into the spotlight. This week, Goldman Sachs …
Your Voice, Your Business, Your Future: The Game-Changing Playbook That Could Save America’s Small Businesses Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — The Shapiro-Davis Administration has officially opened applications for the Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance Program, setting the stage for a groundbreaking initiative to support small, minority-owned, and historically disadvantaged …
Revolutionizing Opportunity: Pennsylvania Unleashes Bold Plan to Empower Diverse Small Businesses Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro-Davis Administration has escalated its efforts to broaden state contracting opportunities for small businesses (SBs), small diverse businesses (SDBs), and veteran business enterprises (VBEs). This initiative …
Empowering Small Businesses: Shapiro-Davis’ Bold Move to Transform Pennsylvania’s Economic Future! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro-Davis Administration has achieved a new milestone in its commitment to economic inclusivity, setting a record for spending with small diverse businesses (SDBs) and veteran business enterprises …
Shapiro-Davis Administration Sets Record in Small Diverse Business Spending Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced that SBA 7(a) lenders may now begin accepting applications for the newly-introduced 7(a) Working Capital Pilot (WCP) Program. This …
SBA Launches New 7(a) Working Capital Pilot Program Read More