SBA December News, Resources and Upcoming Events in Kentucky

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The Business Plan: Your Top Document

A person at a desk in front of a laptop with the following text, National Write a Business Plan Month. SBA logo at the bottom.

Studies have shown that less than 20% of small businesses have a written plan. But they also reveal that those who have a written business plan are more successful.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just planning to start a business, SBA and our resource partners can answer your questions and help you put your plan on paper - and into action. Get more information here.

2023 Business Trends

Computer monitor with graph showing arrow pointing up. Following text: Business Trends for 2023. SBA logo is at bottom.

 

You've heard the saying: "Knowledge is Power." Get a jump start on 2023 knowing these important 2023 small business trends. 

Illustration of a computer monitor showing a map with the following text: HUBZone Program. SBA logo is at the bottom.

If your small business is located in an economically challenged area designated as a HUBZone (historically underutilized business zone), you may be eligible for set-aside government contracts.

Learn more about HUBZones and how that certification can create opportunities and help fuel your small business growth in 2023.

Illustration of building, justice scale, map, paper & people. Text: Contracting Assistance Programs. SBA logo at bottom.

Did you know that the U.S. government is the largest single purchaser of goods and services in the world? When you’re looking for ways to grow your revenue and profit in 2023, consider competing for federal government contracts. Learn more.

Illustration of a building and a tree with the following text: Procurement Technical Assistance Centers. SBA logo at bottom.

PTACS provide no-cost advising on all aspects of selling to the federal, state and local governments. Most PTACs also offer training on many government contracting topics.

Contact your local Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) for more information here.  

Upcoming Events

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Upcoming Events

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Details 

      
Commercializing Your Idea Dec. 7 Here
How to Write Your Business Plan Dec. 7 Here
Q&A with SBA Dec. 8 Here
Boots to Business-Ft. Knox Dec. 8-9 Here
Preparing Your Biz for Year-End Dec. 13 Here
MWBE and SDVOSB Certification                    Dec. 13         Here

 

Find more event information available on the Kentucky District Office website under Upcoming Events.