University of Georgia Small Business Development Center

08/18/2026

What does working with the UGA SBDC actually look like?

Recently, Peter sat down with a business owner who is in the middle of a multimillion dollar acquisition. Together, they mapped out the next 90 days after closing - designed to give the new owner a strong start and capitalize on future growth opportunities.

This is the kind of work our consultants do with Georgia business owners every day. 🤝

08/18/2026

💎 A family jewelry business. Nearly 100 years of history. A future secured through strategic planning. See how the UGA SBDC helped David Douglas Diamonds & Jewelry grow, expand, and prepare for the next generation of leadership.

Read the full story here: https://georgiasbdc.org/david-douglas/

08/11/2026

A chance connection through SelectCobb's Business Walks Program led to big results for Perimeter Floors.

Through strategic planning, financial guidance, and leadership development support from the UGA SBDC, the company has built an even stronger foundation for growth.

"Because of the work we've done, some of the weaknesses from that first meeting have shifted to our strengths," said Tina Walker, director of administration for Perimeter Floors.

Read the full story at: https://georgiasbdc.org/perimeter-floors/

08/06/2026

Building a business doesn’t have to mean figuring everything out on your own.

Our team works with thousands of Georgia business owners every year to help them make informed decisions, solve challenges and grow. And we think that’s pretty chic ✨

07/31/2026

Small business owners across Metro Atlanta will soon have a new place to turn for expert business guidance, training and resources. The University of Georgia is opening a University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) office in Buckhead in collaboration with the Terry College of Business.

Located within the Terry Executive Education Center, the new office deepens UGA’s presence in Atlanta and provides entrepreneurs with direct access to experienced consultants, educational programs and specialized expertise designed to help businesses navigate challenges and pursue new opportunities.

Learn more about the SBDC at the link below! 🔗

07/22/2026

Strategic planning, market research, and digital optimization can make all the difference for a growing business. Learn how Successful Smiles Pediatric Dentistry worked with the UGA SBDC to build a stronger foundation for long-term growth and community impact.

07/15/2026

Don't miss the chance to have your business recognized as part of !

Sign the small business pledge and be counted and celebrated in your community: https://www.sba.gov/freedom250

07/14/2026

More than 800,000 small businesses call Metro Atlanta home. Today, we're deepening our presence in one of Georgia's most dynamic business communities with a new office in Buckhead. 🎉

Located within the Terry College of Business's Executive Education Center, the office is a great example of what happens when different parts of the University of Georgia come together in service of Georgia's business community.

We're grateful to the Terry College of Business for their partnership on this new location and look forward to continuing our work supporting business owners across Metro Atlanta.

University of Georgia Small Business Development Center | UGA SBDC expands presence in Metro Atlanta with new Buckhead office

07/14/2026

As a business owner, you might be the marketing team. Or the designer. Or the social media manager. Or all three before lunch.

Join Stephanie Sokenis (from the UGA Small Business Development Center in Gainesville) to discover how Canva's AI-powered tools can help you create professional graphics, generate content, edit images and repurpose designs in a fraction of the time.

You'll leave with practical ways a practical, ready-to-use AI workflow that fits directly into the way you already work in Canva.

📅 Thursday, July 30 | 10:00–11:30 a.m.
🔗 Register: https://ugasbdc.training/gvl/0842-001