TROY SBDC builds partnerships and offers resources for Butler County small businesses

As part of National SBDC Day activities, TROY SBDC hosted a meeting for Georgiana and Butler County businesses.

As part of National SBDC Day activities, TROY SBDC hosted a meeting for Georgiana and Butler County businesses.

Following National SBDC Day, Troy University hosted a community-focused meeting in Georgiana to continue building partnerships and increasing awareness of resources available to small business owners across Butler County.

The meeting, led by the Alabama Small Business Development Center Network at Troy University, brought together city leadership, economic development officials, business owners and community stakeholders. 

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Georgiana mayor proclaims SBDC day highlighting the center’s impact on business growth in Butler County

The City of Georgiana joined communities across the nation in celebrating National SBDC Day on March 18.

The City of Georgiana joined communities across the nation in celebrating National SBDC Day on March 18.

The City of Georgiana joined communities across the nation in celebrating National SBDC Day on March 18, as Mayor Ninna Bonner issued a proclamation recognizing the impact of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Troy University in supporting entrepreneurs and strengthening economic development across Butler County.

“Small businesses are the lifeblood of rural communities,”…

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TROY’s “Start Your Business” Program Recognized Among Alabama’s Top Work-Based Learning Innovations

Sorrell College's SBDC program,

Sorrell College's SBDC program, "Start Your Business," gains statewide acclaim as a scalable model for workforce development.

Troy University’s Start Your Business program has been named one of the top 17 work-based learning programs in Alabama by the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship. 

The entrepreneurship-based initiative created by Juliana Bolivar, Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Troy University was selected for its replicable model, statewide impact, and innovative approach to bridging self-employment with workforce development.

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“United for a Dream” event celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Juliana Bolivar spoke to students about the significance of honoring heritage while embracing new opportunity.

Juliana Bolivar spoke to students about the significance of honoring heritage while embracing new opportunity.

The Latino Student Alliance and Nu Theta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. recently hosted “United for a Dream,” a joint event designed to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Juliana Bolivar, director of the Small Business Development Center, spoke about her experience as a second-generation Colombian American.

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15…

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