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VtSBDC Expands International Trade Program
03-09-13
Vermont Small Business Development Center (VtSBDC) announced today Area Business Advisors Ross Hart and Steve Densham passed the Small Business Administration (SBA) Intermediate Level Export and Trade Counseling Exam.
Vermont Celebrates National Entrepreneurship Week
01-24-13
MONTPELIER – A celebration of entrepreneurship in Vermont featuring the announcement of the winners of the annual high school visual media competition and a Governor’s Proclamation will be held Thursday, February 7th at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Montpelier from 9:30am to 3pm.
Vermont Surpasses 200 Businesses Recognized for Green Practices!
12-07-12
Over 200 Vermont businesses have been recognized by the Vermont Business Environmental Partnership (VBEP) for their environmental stewardship and sustainability efforts.
16th Annual Women's Economic Opportunity Conference held on November 10, 2012
11-20-12
On Saturday, November 10, 2012 Vermont Technical College hosted the 16th Annual Women's Economic Opportunity Conference. This daylong conference is presented each year by U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy and brings over three-hundred women to the Vermont Tech campus in Randolph.
Storm Preparedness Steps for your Business
10-27-12
With the possibility that Hurricane Sandy might affect our region, please consider taking the following steps to prepare your business. These have been developed as a result of lessons learned from the past, including Tropical Storm Irene.
VTC Announces Business Plan Competition Winners
10-19-12
On October 15, 2012, six of Vermont’s burgeoning business stars have won a total of $19,000 in prizes in Vermont Tech’s 2012 Food and Farm Business Plan Competition.
Reminder: Temporary SBA refinancing loan expires Sept. 27, 2012
08-23-12
Small business owners have until the end of September to refinance 504 loans at lower interest rates.
Irene Business Recovery
08-03-12
Whether your business was physically affected by the flooding or you've had continuing economic impact from Tropical Storm Irene, VtSBDC has added special advisors to help you.
VtSBDC selects "State Stars"
06-22-12
VtSBDC State Director, Lenae Quillen-Blume, announced that Debra Boudrieau and Deb Eibner have been selected as the 2012 State Stars of Vermont Small Business Development Center.
Power Pitches: VT Young (High School) Entrepreneurs
05-11-12
What does a recording studio, new television show,t-shirt design company, pet spa/hotel, interchangeable hat(s), tattoo parlor or a traveling bus serving kosher food have in common?
They’re all part of several entrepreneurial ideas and business plans being developed during the spring semester by more than 70 statewide high school and technical center students in this year’s 4th Annual VT REAL Youth Entrepreneurship Business Plan Competition sponsored by Opportunities Credit Union and New England Federal Credit Union with a total of $2,000 in cash prizes to the top winners and honorable mentions.
Economic Injury Loan Deadline June 1, 2012
04-23-12
DID YOU KNOW? If your small business or private, non-profit organization has suffered substantial economic injury, even if not directly affected by flood waters from Tropical Storm Irene, you may be eligible for the SBA's Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Program.
Vermont Tech Launches Business Plan Competition
04-19-12
Vermont Tech Launches Business Plan Competition
The SBDC Program: An Indispensable Partner in America's Economic Development
02-28-12
This is the title of the recently published white paper from the National Small Business Development Center Advisory Board.
Vermont Recognizes the First Ten Green Restaurants
02-01-12
Ten restaurants have been designated as Green Restaurants in the Green Mountain State in the Vermont Business Environmental Partnership (VBEP). The VBEP is a state program that recognizes businesses of all sizes for their environmental stewardship efforts. VBEP is a joint program of the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation and the Vermont Small Business Development Center that is free of cost to participating businesses. Vermont businesses joining the VBEP go beyond compliance with existing environmental regulations, using resource conservation strategies and implementation of environmental best management practices. In addition to attracting customers seeking environmentally responsible businesses, Green Restaurants can save thousands of dollars a year by reducing energy and water use, reducing waste disposal costs, and reducing costs for material purchases. They benefit from the operational advice and knowledge of VBEP representatives.
VtSBDC and VT REAL will join its Entrepreneurship Week "Team Vermont" partners to celebrate Vermont's entrepreneurial spirit.
01-24-12
On February 9, 2012 VtSBDC and VT REAL will join its Entrepreneurship Week "Team Vermont" partners to celebrate Vermont's entrepreneurial spirit. Over 200 attendees are expected between the Statehouse Cafeteria and Capitol Plaza venues.
The New Year is here - would your business benefit from a tune-up?
01-05-12
Think about meeting with a business advisor - to review what is working and what areas you'd like to improve upon.
This Saturday: Vermont's 15th annual Women's Economic Opportunity Conference
12-05-11
Presented by U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy, and sponsored by many organizations, including VtSBDC, Saturday Dec. 10th at Vermont Technical College in Randolph Center.
Small Business Saturday
11-22-11
Pledge Your Support for Small Business Saturday® The 2nd annual Small Business Saturday® is a day dedicated to supporting small businesses on one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year.
SBA disaster loan deadline for physical damage is today
11-15-11
If your business has sustained physical damage due to Tropical Storm Irene, TODAY is the deadline to apply for the SBA disaster loan.
Business Owners Affected by Irene
10-25-11
VtSBDC's greatest concern at this time is for the many business owners who have not reached out for the assistance that is available to them.
Attention Businesses Affected By Tropical Storm Irene
10-07-11
For any business that has been affected by Tropical Storm Irene, the SBA disaster loan may be one key funding piece of the recovery effort.
REMINDER to businesses impacted by Hurricane Irene
09-30-11
Federal Assistance Available to Vermont Businesses:
VtSBDC Announces Scott Holson as New Technology and commercialization Advisor
09-20-11
Scott Holson is the new Technology and Commercialization Business Advisor for Vermont Small Business Development Center (VtSBDC).
Assistance for those business owners affected by the recent storm
08-30-11
We can help, as you begin to assess your short and long term needs - and connect you to other resources.
Websites are now free for Vermont businesses!
08-15-11
Vermont Get Your Business Online is an easy, free, and fast way to get your business online.
Vermont Small Business Development Center announces selection of
07-28-11
State Director, Lenae Quillen-Blume, announced that Dave Rubel has been selected as the 2011 State Star of Vermont Small Business Development Center. Dave Rubel is the Area Business Advisor for Washington and Lamoille Counties and the Export specialist for the team.
Vermont Youth Entrepreneurs to Receive Awards
06-23-11
What do heated, bullet proof dog vests, a maple farm, a child care center, therapeutic horseback riding, a resort and a beads store all have in common? They’re all part of several entrepreneurial ideas and business plans developed by more than 75 statewide Vermont high school and technical center students in the 3rd Annual VT REAL Youth Entrepreneurship Business Plan Competition.
“Power Pitches” -- Business Plans Meet the Experts - at the VT EXPO
05-13-11
Thursday, May 26 Time: 2pm - 3:30 pm (Sheraton Hotel) Amphitheatre, FREE, REGISTER (this event is open to anyone attending the VT Business and Industry Tradeshow) http://www.vtexpo.com/events-seminars/vtreal/
Laurel Butler and Charles Ininger have joined VtSBDC’s state-wide team of business advisors
04-15-11
Laurel Butler and Charles Ininger have joined VtSBDC’s state-wide team of business advisors as part of President Obama’s “Small Business Jobs Bill”. Vermont’s allocation of the “Jobs Bill” will fund additional support for start-up/pre-venture small business owners and nascent entrepreneurs for a period of two years through comprehensive technical assistance and training.
e-Vermont Project Update
03-07-11
On Wednesday, February 23, Congressman Peter Welch met with members of the e-Vermont Broadband project at the Poultney Elementary School.
2011 Vermont ENTREPRENEURSHIP WEEK
03-02-11
On February 8th, VtSBDC and Vermont REAL (which is VtSBDC’s Youth Entrepreneurship program) along with other key partners celebrated National Entrepreneurship Week with an event at the Statehouse.
e-Vermont Selects 2011 Communities
01-27-11
The e-Vermont Community Broadband Project will bring digital tools and in-depth internet training to 12 additional rural communities in 2011.
Deborah S. Eibner Hired As Area Business Advisor for the Upper Valley
12-02-10
Deborah S. Eibner is the new Area Business Advisor for Vermont Small Business Development Center (VtSBDC) in White River Junction, VT. She will be covering the Green Mountain Economic Development Corporation (GMEDC) region.
Dave Rubel Named Rising Star
11-04-10
Vermont Small Business Development Center announces Dave Rubel as Rising Star!
E-Vermont Project
10-15-10
Vermont Small Business Development Center (VtSBDC) is one of seven organizations that have collaborated to work together on the "e-Vermont Community Broadband Project".
VtSBDC Online Workshop: Start Your Own Business
09-03-10
Based on our popular “Start Your Own Business” in person workshop, this online format will allow you to learn key elements for starting your own business at a time convenient to you.