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Minority Business Development Agency Accouncement

January 22, 2025

The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) is kicking off 2025 with an exciting announcement: approximately $11 million in federal funding is now available!!! Eligible entities can apply for funding under the following programs: 🔹MBDA Women’s Entrepreneurship Program: https://lnkd.in/e9fZC-AU 🔹MBDA Rural Business Center Program: https://lnkd.in/e45yJyJn 🔹MBDA Parren J. Mitchell Entrepreneurship: https://lnkd.in/em5azezF “These three programs represent critical investments in our…

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Thanksgiving: Brought to You by American Business

November 27, 2024

Thank you to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing us content on the Economic Impact of Thanksgiving. November 26, 2024 Chamber Bulletin KEY TAKEAWAYS ‌ Thanksgiving doesn’t happen without America’s farmers and businesses. The lack of economic growth is a major challenge for Germany’s government. Note: The Chamber Bulletin will return on Dec 3.…

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Hispanic Heritage Month Resources!

October 2, 2024

This is Douglas…Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Welcome to our Hispanic Heritage Month resource hub! In honor of the rich culture, contributions, and entrepreneurial spirit of the Hispanic community, we have curated a list of valuable resources specifically designed to support Hispanic-owned businesses. Whether you’re looking to start, grow, or strengthen your business, you’ll find tools,…

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Top Ten Issues to Watch in 2023

January 9, 2023

Thank you to Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education for the content on Top Ten Issues to Watch in 2023.    2022 was a milestone year for the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education, as it marked the 30th anniversary of our founding in 1992 by the Georgia Economic Developers Association and the Georgia Chamber…

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U.S. Chamber Foundation Sharing Solutions

April 12, 2022

The opioid epidemic is destroying communities and families across America. Discover how businesses can help on the new #SharingSolutions resources center from the U.S. Chamber Foundation, sharingsolutions.us

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Health Initiative Resources

April 12, 2022

Work Healthy Georgia This resource provides assistance in developing or improving workplace health policies and programs. Start with making the business case of why worksite wellness is important, assess the business, get employees engaged, and review easy, cost-effective ways to implement policies and programs. American Heart Association Workplace Health Playbook This playbook reviews key elements…

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We Are the No. 1 State for Business!

April 12, 2022

For an unprecedented sixth year in a row, Area Development magazine has named Georgia the Top State for Business. As Governor Kemp states, “Our efforts to cut red tape and ensure our business environment leads the nation continue to lure world-class companies to the Peach State from every corner of the map.” We are proud…

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Small Business Development Center

April 12, 2022

The Chamber has partnered with The University of West Georgia Small Business Development Center (UWG SBDC) which is part of the Richards College of Business. The UWG SBDC is one of 18 centers in the Georgia SBDC Network. The UGA Small Business Development Center at UWG offers FREE and confidential one-on-one business consulting services to…

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Small Business Start-Up Kit

October 11, 2018

Entrepreneur and small business development are vital to the success of economic development in Douglas County. Please make the Business Start-Up Kit your first step toward evaluating your new business idea and getting started on the right foot. Download the Small Business Start-Up Kit The Small Business Start-Up Kit includes resources on: Feasibility and Marketing…

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