UAH SBDC APEX Small Business Development Center

06/13/2026

📢 Veterans, military spouses, and aspiring entrepreneurs: join the UAH SBDC APEX Small Business Development Center for a free 2-hour class on Tuesday, June 23rd covering everything you need to know to start a business in Alabama.

Topics include
🎯choosing the right legal entity
🎯understanding business licenses and taxes
🎯thinking through marketing
🎯lending options and
🎯veteran-focused business resources

John-Michael and Migdalia, from our team, will be sharing business tips and details about the Loan Fund of Neighborhood Concepts.

🔗Register at: https://www.uah.edu/sbdc/events

06/09/2026

Today we hosted the Albertville Chamber Commerce and the Albertville Growth Initiative(AGI) at the UAH I2C and UAH College of Business. The AGI is exploring the creation of a business incubator to support startups and early-stage businesses in the Albertville and Sand Mountain region. We enjoyed sharing our collective knowledge with them as they work to create an impactful program in our region. Working together to help entrepreneurs in North Alabama. UAH Invention to Innovation Center The University of Alabama in Huntsville Alabama SBDC Network

05/04/2026

Welcome to the 2026 National Small Business Week! The U.S. Small Business Administration and America's SBDC are hosting a virtual summit May 5–6. Register now to secure your spot. https://www.cntvhybrid.com/nsbw2026/welcome

Presentation topics include:

Protecting Your Business from Risk and Fraud – Presented by Visa
Access to Capital: Closing the Small Business Gap – Presented by Visa
Reclaim Your Time: Make AI Work for You – Presented by Google
Getting Ahead with AI: Google Coaches Share Their Favorite Tips – Presented by Google
Rethinking Connectivity for 2026 – Presented by T-Mobile
Built to Stay Open: The New Standard for Business Continuity - Presented by T-Mobile
Start Smart, Stay Smart: The New Rules for Starting a Business - Presented by America’s SBDC
Video 101 for Small Business: How to Capture Professional Content Using What You Already Have – Presented by America’s SBDC
Make Onshoring Great Again: A Blueprint for Small Business Manufacturing – Presented by SBA
Becoming Bankable: What Makes You a “Triple Threat" for Loans, Deposits, and Growth – Presented by Grasshopper Bank
Beyond the Storefront: Smart Strategies for Small Business Growth - Presented by Amazon
Hiring Secrets: Staff Up Smart & Fast – Presented by Paychex
Compensation & Equity Trends 2026: What Smart Leaders Must Act on Now - Presented by TriNet
How to Win Your Next Contract: Write stronger proposals, stand out, and win more bids- Presented by Verizon

04/30/2026

World Trade Month is a national celebration, held annually during the month of May.

For the past 43 years, NAITA has been an active participant hosting its annual World Trade Day Luncheon Celebration highlighting the many companies and organizations that contribute to North Alabama's global success.

NAITA is pleased to announce this year's speaker, Leila Aridi Afas, Vice President, Global Policy & Strategy for Toyota Motor North America, representing a key North Alabama manufacturer and U.S. exporter.

Ms. Afas will address "Engines of Growth in a Changing World Order." Exports are a driving force for our region's economic growth!" – Anne Burkett, NAITA Executive Director

https://naita.org/event/world-trade-day-engines-of-growth-in-a-changing-world-order/

04/30/2026

Are you in Jackson or Dekalb County? If so, we’d love to meet you! Today, the SBA, SBDC and APEX Accelerator are at the NACC E-Center. Drop in to learn how we can help you start and grow your business.

04/22/2026

We’re Hiring! Join Our Team as a Part-Time Senior Business Advisor
Are you passionate about helping entrepreneurs and small businesses start, grow, and thrive? We’re excited to share an opportunity to join our Small Business Development Center (SBDC) team as a Part-Time Senior Business Advisor.

In this role, you’ll work directly with startups and established businesses, providing advanced one-on-one counseling, supporting business plans and financial projections, and serving as a subject matter expert in your areas of strength. You’ll also play a key role in developing and delivering workshops and training programs, supporting special initiatives, and representing the SBDC throughout the community.

This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys:
1. Working closely with entrepreneurs and small business owners
2. Sharing expertise through advising, training, and mentorship
3. Collaborating on impactful programs and initiatives
4. Balancing client-facing work with meaningful program and administrative support

If you enjoy making a real difference in your community and want flexible, part-time work with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
Interested? Apply today or share this opportunity with someone who would be a great fit.

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04/19/2026

The application deadline for Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is fast approaching! Your window to apply for the Alabama cohort closes Monday, April 20, 2026.

Goldman Sachs is looking for applicants who are passionate about growing their business and creating jobs in their communities and who generally meet these criteria:

~Small business owner or co-owner

~Business revenues over $75,000 in the most recent fiscal year

~Business in operation for 2+ years

~Business with 2+ employees (including the owner)

Interested business owners can learn more and apply at: https://gs.com/10ksb-alabama. Alabama SBDC Network

03/24/2026

Excited for the start of the AUSA Global Force Conference here in Huntsville! The UAH SBDC and APEX Accelerator team will be at the event and looks forward to connecting with clients, colleagues, and partners throughout the conference. We are always glad for the opportunity to support Alabama businesses and be part of conversations around innovation, industry, and government contracting. Looking forward to a great event!

03/18/2026

Happy SBDC Day! We're so proud to share how we are helping entrepreneurs turn their dreams into a reality! Check out the Eggs Up Grill next time you're in the mood for a hearty breakfast!

As a veteran- & woman-owned business, Eggs Up Grille is a reflection of values, resilience, and community spirit.

03/18/2026

Thinking about funding your business, but not sure where to start?
Join the SBDC and Neighborhood Concepts, Inc.. for Start Up Lending for Your Small Business, a practical webinar designed for new and aspiring entrepreneurs who want to better understand how business funding really works.
This session will break down what lenders look for when evaluating a startup, including the 3 C’s of lending: cash flow, credit, and collateral. We’ll also cover the financial documents lenders expect, common reasons loan applications get delayed, and the types of funding that may be realistic depending on your stage of business. From microloans and SBA options to lines of credit and equipment financing, this webinar is designed to help you approach borrowing with clarity and confidence.
Participants will also get an inside look at the lending process, from the first inquiry through underwriting, along with practical guidance on how to manage debt successfully so funding becomes a tool for growth, not a burden.
If you are working to build a fundable business and want to better understand what it takes to be lending-ready, this webinar is for you. Register online at www.uah.edu/sbdc/events