UGA SBDC at GSU

06/17/2026

Have a business idea but aren't sure where to start?

StartSmart is a comprehensive program designed to help you evaluate your ideas, understand your market, develop a marketing strategy, create financial projections, and build an actionable business plan.

StartSmart provides the guidance and structure needed to move forward with confidence. Turn your idea into a plan—and your plan into a business.

📅 Starts July 14
💲 Registration: $99

06/03/2026

What does it look like to turn a side hustle into an award-winning business? Griffin Thomas did just that. With support from the UGA SBDC, he navigated financing, scaled operations, and positioned his company Top Line Lawncare for long-term success.

Read the full story at https://georgiasbdc.org/topline-lawncare/

05/26/2026

Starting small doesn’t mean thinking small.

Learn how the UGA SBDC helped The Miner Agency, a Warner Robins-based communications and workforce solutions agency, strengthen operations, earn key certifications, and grow into a seven‑figure business.

Read the full story at https://georgiasbdc.org/the-miner-agency/

05/22/2026

Marketing doesn’t stop at 5 p.m. — and neither do the tools that can help your business grow.

Join us for Marketing After Hours: AI & Automation, a live webinar where we’ll explore practical ways small businesses can use AI and automation to save time, streamline marketing and work smarter after hours.

Whether you’re curious about AI or already experimenting with automation, this session will give you actionable ideas you can put to work right away (even after hours).

📅 Tuesday, June 2
⏰ 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Register here: https://georgiasbdc.org/training-program/0831-001-aug-marketing-after-hours-ai-automation/

05/22/2026

Three years ago, Jason started working with a client as they were building their business through local farmers markets. Now he is celebrating the grand opening of their very first restaurant.

Over the years, he helped support their growth as they built a loyal customer base, secured SBA financing and expanded into a business that now employs more than 10+ people.

Small businesses don't open overnight. They are built through years of persistence, courage AND support. We're grateful for our consultants, like Jason, who are providing that support for businesses every day. 💪

05/18/2026

From a home garage startup to a global exporter, Winton Machine Company ’s journey is a testament to resilience and smart growth. Watch how UGA SBDC support helped them expand into more than 17 countries and earn recognition as the 2026 Georgia U.S. SBA Exporter of the Year.

05/12/2026

Strong partnerships create global opportunities. For decades, the UGA SBDC has worked alongside DeLong's Gizzard Equipment to identify markets, connect with distributors, and navigate international trade.

Read the full story at https://georgiasbdc.org/delongs-gizzard-equipment/

05/04/2026

🏆Six UGA SBDC Clients. Six Major U.S. Small Business Administration Honors.

It's National Small Business Week and six UGA SBDC clients have been named 2026 Georgia District SBA Award winners in recognition of their impact, innovation, and leadership. Congratulations to this year’s outstanding winners!
▪️Collins Manufacturing - Gwen & Larry Collins
▪️Winton Machine Company - Lisa & George Winton
▪️Neely Electrical Services - Trey Neely
▪️The Fishing Factory/ Dirty Jigs Tackle - Brooks Woodward
▪️American Eagle, LLC - Shalana McNamee
▪️TopLine Lawncare & Landscaping - Griffin Thomas

Read the full story: https://georgiasbdc.org/2026-sba-awards/

04/28/2026

Adam Hammock built iS3 Tech Services with deep security expertise and the business guidance of the UGA Small Business Development Center.

Today, iS3 protects mission critical facilities across health care, data centers, utilities, and government—proving that strong leadership and smart financial planning are just as critical as technical skill.

Read the full story: https://georgiasbdc.org/is3-tech-services/

04/13/2026