Florida SBDC at IRSC

09/01/2026

Better leads. Stronger sales. A personal touch. 🎙️

How can small business owners use AI and automation to reach the right customers and grow?

In this episode of Small Biz Florida, host Tom Kindred sits down with Luke Kim, founder of Truth Cartel and entrepreneurship faculty member at UC Berkeley, at the 2026 Florida SBDC Small Business Success Summit.

Luke shares insights on:
Using AI to streamline market research
Finding and connecting with potential customers
Putting sales automation to work for your business
Keeping personal relationships at the heart of your outreach

Plus, hear how a simple cookie delivery helped turn cold outreach into meaningful conversations!

Listen to Ep 416 | Smarter Leads, Stronger Sales: AI and Automation with Luke Kim
👉 https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-m7xqn-1b4b6f9

08/28/2026

How can Florida small businesses find, train, and develop the talent they need to grow?

Recorded at the 2026 Florida SBDC Small Business Success Summit, host Tom Kindred sits down with Anthony Gagliano, COO of CareerSource Suncoast, to explore the workforce resources available to Florida’s entrepreneurs and small business owners.

From hiring and training grants to apprenticeships and entrepreneurship programs, Anthony shares how CareerSource is helping businesses build stronger teams while creating new opportunities across Florida.

🎧 Listen to “How CareerSource Helps Florida Businesses Hire, Train, and Grow” and discover resources that could help your business take the next step.

🔗 Listen here: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-xud7a-1b47725

08/26/2026

What goes into bringing SBDC professionals from across the country together to learn, connect, and share ideas?

In this episode, Small Biz Florida host Tom Kindred sits down with SBDC leaders during the 46th Annual America’s SBDC Training Event in Orlando to discuss professional development, collaboration, emerging tools, and how these experiences ultimately help SBDC consultants better serve small businesses in their local communities.

🎧 Take a listen and go behind the scenes of one of the SBDC network’s largest professional development events.
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If this is your first time coming to our Annual Training Event, this podcast episode is for you!

Small Biz Florida host Tom Kindred hosted roundtable discussion with April Youngbut, Lisa Hall, and Kyle Hensel at last year's event.

🎧 Check it out - link in the comments!

08/25/2026

🎙️ Conversations that move small business forward.

The Small Biz FL Podcast was on-site at the Florida SBDC Small Business Success Summit in Charlotte Harbor, FL bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and small business advocates to share their experiences, insights, and ideas.

From candid conversations to valuable business perspectives, the podcast gives Florida’s small business community a platform to connect, learn, and grow.

🎧 Stay tuned for conversations from the conference and more from Small Biz FL!

05/26/2026

💡 Starting a business begins with the right foundation.

Our Start Smart Orientation is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who want guidance, clarity, and practical information before launching or growing their business.

You’ll learn key startup fundamentals, understand available resources, and discover the next steps to move your business idea forward.

Every successful business starts somewhere—why not start smart?

📍 Reserve your spot and take the first step toward your business goals.

05/21/2026

📸 Photo dump: The first two quarters of the year.

From workshops and business consultations to community events and entrepreneur milestones, it’s been an exciting season of connection and growth.

We’re grateful for every business owner, partner, and supporter who has been part of the journey so far. Looking back reminds us how much can happen when entrepreneurs have access to guidance, resources, and community.

And we’re not done yet 👏

Here’s to more learning, growth, and success ahead.

Which moment stands out to you most?

05/20/2026

🚀 Last week’s AI Workshop brought together entrepreneurs and business owners ready to learn how AI can support growth, streamline operations, and spark new ideas.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the conversation. We love seeing our business community continue to learn and innovate together.

📌 Missed this one? Stay connected for upcoming workshops and resources designed to help your business succeed.

05/08/2026

We are excited to share that our client, Michael Johnson, has been named the 2026 South Florida District Veteran Small Business Owner of the Year by as part of National Small Business Week!

05/05/2026

Happy National ! There is nothing small about the impact of small businesses on our economy.

According to , there are more than 3.5 million in Florida that account for nearly 40 percent of private-sector jobs in the state.

04/30/2026

Smart businesses aren’t working harder...they’re working with AI.

This interactive workshop will show you how to start using AI tools in real, practical ways to improve efficiency and stay competitive.

📅 May 14, 2026 | 10 AM – 12 PM
📍 Brown Center for Innovation and Leadership at Indian River State College

👉 Register now to get started: https://bit.ly/3PdG3Zb