Idaho Small Business Development Center

05/30/2026

What’s really holding your business back from its next level of growth?

Every business owner has the grit and the vision, but navigating the financial side can sometimes feel like looking at an iceberg—there is so much hidden beneath the surface.

If you want to clear the fog and make confident financial decisions, this is for you! Join the Idaho SBDC and Silveria Wealth Group for a powerful, two-session money workshop: Uncover the Hidden Hurdles in Your Business.

Here is what we are diving into:

Session 1: DISCOVER
When: June 10th, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

The Goal: Find out what’s actually holding you back so you can move forward with total clarity and confidence.

Session 2: SOLUTION
When: June 17th, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

The Goal: Learn the financial framework you need to build a real, actionable business roadmap to reach your goals.

Featured Speakers:
Casey Silveria – Founder, Silveria Wealth Group

Marie Baker – Regional Director, Idaho SBDC

Karen Appelgren – Assoc. Regional Director, Idaho SBDC

Where: In-person at The Junction, Boise
Cost: $50 (covers both sessions!)

Seating is limited, so don't wait! Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale up, get the mindset and tools you need to succeed.

👉 Register today: http://bit.ly/42QQghp

05/29/2026

The Freedom 250 Initiative is here! Launched by the SBA, this year-long celebration of American entrepreneurship comes with a $1 million prize pool for small business owners. The Patriot Pitch Competition is your chance to showcase your business, but hurry—applications close on June 10, 2026. Additionally, get certified as a “Freedom 250 Small Business” to enhance your brand visibility. Learn practical AI skills with a free Google AI Certificate to propel your business forward.

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Email from Idaho SBDC Secure Your Spot in History - Submit Your Pitch before June 10! Hello Happy Friday! Have you heard about the Freedom 250 Initiative? ACT FAST: The SBA Launches Freedom 250 Initia

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

This weekend, as we celebrate the enduring freedom to pursue the American Dream, the SBA has officially launched the Freedom 250 Patriot Pitch Competition!

If you’ve used SBA capital to build your business, you can compete for a share of $1M in equity-free cash prizes (with a $400K grand prize).

🏆 Show the nation the innovation driving our community!
⏳ Deadline: June 10, 2026

Sign the pledge, claim your business certificate, and apply today. Need help prepping your pitch? Your local SBDC advisor is ready to help.



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05/15/2026

This week, we share tips on protecting yourself after the Canvas breach and a path to AI savvy with a free Google course.
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05/08/2026

National Small Business Week recordings are now available on demand for 30 days! Catch up on valuable insights and encourage your colleagues to register for access. Don't forget to join our final event, 'Make AI Work for You', where practical AI applications for your business will be discussed. Let's make the most of these resources!

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05/07/2026

Small Business Week continues!
Make AI Work for You

Friday, May 8, 10 am MDT

Ready to make AI work for you?
Google invites you to a free, virtual workshop led by a Grow with Google coach. You'll walk away with a personalized plan to put AI to work for your business right away.

https://rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/make-ai-work-for-you?utm_source=gsb_x&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=makeaiworkforyou_workshoppromo_041026

05/06/2026

Idaho’s skies haven’t always looked like they do today. We can all breathe easier because of air quality regulations.

In the 1960s, Pocatello was known as “Smokatello” because of the visible haze that often hung over the valley. Air pollution was a real and visible part of daily life.

Since the Clean Air Act, air quality has improved dramatically—EPA data shows a 77% reduction in major air pollutants nationwide.

Swipe through history and you can see the difference: from industrial haze and early settlement conditions to the clearer skies and developed landscape we see today.

The Idaho SBDC Environmental Solutions Program, businesses provides can access no-cost, confidential support consulting to understand air quality rules, compliance requirements, and possible exemptions.

https://idahosbdc.org/specialized-services/environmental-solutions-program1/

05/06/2026

Today's agenda for National Small Business Week Virtual Summit.

11:00 AM - Welcome & Putting American Businesses First
11:25 AM - Built to Stay Open: The New Standard for Business Continuity
12:10 PM - Protecting Your Business from Risk and Fraud
1:05 PM - Getting Ahead with AI: Google Coaches Share Their Favorite Tips
2:35 PM - Beyond the Storefront: Smart Strategies for Small Business Growth
3:25 PM - Compensation & Equity Trends 2026:
What Smart Leaders Must Act on Now
4:10 PM - Video 101 for Small Business:
How to Capture Professional Content Using What You Already Have

https://www.sba.gov/national-small-business-week/virtual-summit?fbclid=IwdGRjcARm9cdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe_SfsSA4GxYwPwVisHjza6QBn1mScHLP4o5dVz4kmW-UISkmxqZTwUzr_3CY_aem_LP1e73piky6fSod20N5hMw&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio