Arizona SBDC Network

Arizona SBDC Network Arizona SBDC Network is the state's largest, most comprehensive and accessible source of assistance for small businesses.

08/28/2026

Mulan once said, "I will bring honor to my family." Let us bring honor to our local families, Graham and Greenlee counties, by celebrating two influential small businesswomen. Sponsored by Eastern Arizona College, Arizona SBDC Network, Freeport-McMoRan, and United Way of Graham & Greenlee Counties, both finalists will receive 💵 $2000 in recognition for their dedication.

Please take the time to fill out the short nomination form. The Small Businesswoman of the Year Awards takes place during National Women’s Small Business Month in October. This ceremony will not only highlight women entrepreneurs and their contributions but encourage more women to start their own business journey. ✨

❗️Nominations are still open and have been extended to September 20th at midnight! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/nUXs3wm/nomination

Calling all Arizona small business owners! 📢 Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is now accepting applications for its...
08/18/2026

Calling all Arizona small business owners! 📢

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is now accepting applications for its first cohort in Arizona. This no-cost program helps entrepreneurs gain practical business skills, access expert advisors, and build a powerful network of peers across the country.

📈 70% of alumni grow revenue, and 50% create new jobs within 18 months of graduating.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level!
👉 Apply now: https://www.goldmansachs.com/community-transformation/10000-small-businesses/us/growing-with-rural-america

Exporting? Make sure your compliance is on point. 🌎📦The Arizona SBDC Network is sharing the upcoming ACE Export Complian...
08/18/2026

Exporting? Make sure your compliance is on point. 🌎📦

The Arizona SBDC Network is sharing the upcoming ACE Export Compliance Seminar, presented by the Arizona District Export Council and the U.S. Commercial Service.

Over two half-day virtual sessions, experts will cover:
🔹 Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) and filing requirements
🔹 Schedule B commodity classification
🔹 Export filing through AES in ACE
🔹 Export controls and compliance
🔹 How to reduce risk and avoid costly penalties and seizures

📅 September 16–17, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM–1:30 PM PDT
💻 Online
💲 $150

This training is designed for manufacturers, suppliers, export compliance professionals, freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and others involved in the exporting process.

👉 Learn more and register: https://azdec.org/event/ace-export-compliance-seminar-2026/

08/17/2026

It's kinda chic to nominate a local small businesswoman for our annual Small Businesswoman of the Year Awards! 😎🎀

Sponsored by Eastern Arizona College, Arizona SBDC Network, Freeport-McMoRan, and United Way of Graham & Greenlee Counties, SBWOY celebrates innovative, creative, and trailblazing businesswomen from Graham and Greenlee counties. Nominations are open until September 20th at midnight via link below or QR code!

Also, our DreamBuilder cohort is starting in a few weeks! DreamBuilder, taught by small business expert Torey Cranford, is a free course that dives into how to start, manage, and grow a small business. See details below. 🌱

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Nominations Here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/nUXs3wm/nomination
DreamBuilder Courses:
Graham County
https://clients.arizonasbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460067
Greenlee County
https://clients.arizonasbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460068

SBA Disaster Assistance Available for Arizona Small BusinessesArizona small businesses and private nonprofits affected b...
08/13/2026

SBA Disaster Assistance Available for Arizona Small Businesses

Arizona small businesses and private nonprofits affected by the Pocket Fire may be eligible for low-interest disaster loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration.

The SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) can help eligible businesses and private nonprofits cover working capital needs, including payroll, fixed debts, accounts payable, and other operating expenses. Physical damage is not required to qualify.

💰 Up to $2 million in assistance
📉 Interest rates as low as 4% for businesses and 3.625% for private nonprofits
📅 Terms up to 30 years
🗓️ Application deadline: May 11, 2027

A Business Recovery Center is also available in Sedona to provide in-person assistance with the disaster loan application process.

📍 Sedona Chamber of Commerce Administrative Office
45 Sunset Dr., Sedona, AZ 86336
Monday–Friday | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

👉 Learn more and apply: https://lending.sba.gov/search-disaster/?disaster=AZ-20024
If your business has been impacted by the Pocket Fire, the Arizona SBDC Network is here to connect you with no-cost business advising and resources. https://www.arizonasbdc.com/advising/

Yavapai College Small Business Development Center Coconino Small Business Development Center

🚀 We’re Hiring: AI-U Student Specialists!The Arizona SBDC Network is looking for students interested in AI, small busine...
08/13/2026

🚀 We’re Hiring: AI-U Student Specialists!

The Arizona SBDC Network is looking for students interested in AI, small business, and technology to join our team through America’s SBDC’s Google AI-U program.

This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting small businesses across Arizona while exploring how AI can be applied to business operations and client services. 🤖💼

📍 Multiple positions available
⏰ Part-time
🎓 Student opportunity

👉 Scan the QR or click here to view the position details and apply: https://bit.ly/AIUSpecialists-AZSBDC

Calling all Arizona small business owners! 📢 Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is now accepting applications for its...
08/11/2026

Calling all Arizona small business owners! 📢

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is now accepting applications for its first cohort in Arizona. This no-cost program helps entrepreneurs gain practical business skills, access expert advisors, and build a powerful network of peers across the country.

📈 70% of alumni grow revenue, and 50% create new jobs within 18 months of graduating.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level!

👉 Apply now: https://www.goldmansachs.com/community-transformation/10000-small-businesses/us/growing-with-rural-america

The Arizona SBDC Network had strong representation at the Local First Arizona Rural Policy Forum in Kingman last week!SB...
08/10/2026

The Arizona SBDC Network had strong representation at the Local First Arizona Rural Policy Forum in Kingman last week!

SBDC Directors from Eastern Arizona College, Mohave College, Coconino Community College, and Northland Pioneer College came together for this great opportunity to connect with leaders from across Arizona’s communities and counties.

Events like this give us the opportunity to listen, share ideas, and strengthen connections that support small businesses and communities across rural Arizona. 🤝

Thank you to Local First Arizona for bringing together leaders from across the state!

08/06/2026

From sea to shining sea, small business owners across America have signed the pledge!

Don't miss your chance to celebrate our nation's entrepreneurial spirit: https://www.sba.gov/freedom250

📢 Now Hiring: AI-U Specialists (Google AI University Program)The Arizona SBDC is hiring multiple AI-U Specialists (Googl...
06/30/2026

📢 Now Hiring: AI-U Specialists (Google AI University Program)

The Arizona SBDC is hiring multiple AI-U Specialists (Google AI University Program) to support small businesses across the state. Temporary, part-time positions — great for anyone into AI, business operations, or helping local businesses grow.

🔗 Apply at https://bit.ly/AIUSpecialists-AZSBDC
🆔 Job ID: 322880

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