Florida SBDC at USF

Our Florida SBDC at USF team is out of the office today for a Strategic Planning Day — a full day of learning, collaborating, and planning ahead to better serve our business clients. 💡📈 Visit our website for more info on our no-cost services ➡️ SBDCTampaBay.com

Every business needs funding, but how do you get funding?! This practical panel discussion on raising capital, exploring funding options, lender expectations, and strategies to position your business for successful financing will teach you everything you need to know. 💰 Join us at #GROWPasco2026 to attend this breakout session and more. Registration is now open at hubs.ly/Q03_6FV_0 #PascoProud #SMARTstartPasco @FifthThird, @usfsbdc @blackdogceo Institute for Commercialization of Florida Technology

Did you know we've helped small businesses in the #TampaBay region create 14.2K jobs since 2020? 💼 🤝 ➡️ Learn more about our regional impact by visiting SBDCTampaBay.com/Economic-Impac… 🌟 SBDCTampaBay.com #SBDCRecap #SmallBiz

Last-minute gifts? Skip the big box stores and shop small instead! 🎁✨ Support local businesses, find one-of-a-kind treasures, and make a big impact in your #community this season. 💙🛍️ SBDCTampaBay.com

Happy Holidays! 🎁 Our USF offices will be closed Monday, December 22, 2025 through Friday, January 2, 2026, in observance of the holiday. We will resume normal operations on Monday, January 5, 2026.

Thank you to our #GROWPasco2026 sponsors! ⏬@CareerSourcePH ⏬@usfsbdc ⏬Complete I.T. Service and Solutions Sponsorship opportunities are now live and include benefits such as event exhibitor space, registrations, business exposure on marketing materials, and MORE! Learn more at hubs.ly/Q03YsYkc0 #PascoProud

We’re officially on Instagram! 🎉 Follow us @usfsbdc to stay connected with what’s happening across the 10 counties we serve in the #TampaBay region 📲✨ SBDCTampaBay.com

📣 It’s Cyber Monday! While you browse the deals, don’t forget the power of shopping small and local. 💚🤝 Explore the inspiring success stories of our clients and discover incredible small businesses right here at home. ✨ SBDCTampaBay.com/Business-Succe…

#SmallBizSat is today! There's still time to get out and support your local businesses. #ShopSmall ⭐️ SBDCTampaBay.com

Be sure to #ShopSmall today, Nov 29 🛒🛍️ Support the movement and join #SmallBizSaturday today! SBDCTampaBay.com

Show your support to small businesses today! #SmallBizSaturday is a nationwide movement to help communities and strengthen our economy. Be sure to stop by a local business and #ShopSmall today. ➡️ Find #smallbiz clients to shop at: SBDCTampaBay.com/Business-Succe…

It’s here 🛍️🛒 #SmallBizSaturday is starting right now! Get out and support your #local small businesses in person or online and #ShopSmall ✨ SBDCTampaBay.com

Small Business Saturday is tomorrow! 🌟 It’s the perfect chance for our local entrepreneurs to welcome customers into the heart of their business—and for shoppers to show their support where it matters most. Visit a #local biz tomorrow ➡️ SBDCTampaBay.com/Business-Bucce…

Shop small this Black Friday! 🎁 Behind every purchase is a local dream, a family, and a business strengthening our #TampaBay region. Explore the entrepreneurs we’ve supported and discover local businesses worth visiting! Visit a business ➡️ SBDCTampaBay.com/Business-Succe…

Grateful for the businesses we serve and the trust you place in us. 🌟 Happy Thanksgiving from the Florida SBDC at USF! ➡️ SBDCTampaBay.com

Our USF offices will be closed Nov. 27th and 28th in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. 🦃 We will resume normal business hours on Dec. 1st. ⭐️ SBDCTampaBay.com

Debra Schweikowsky from @usfsbdc at Pinellas County visited Salty Sisters Gourmet Popcorn in St. Petersburg and took some fun photos with owner, Lenore Holz, in celebration of Small Business Saturday! Remember to shop small and shop local. #ShopSmall #ShopLocal

Our Tampa-based client, Certified Boom Repair & Anchor Machine and Fabrication, is raising the bar in the heavy equipment industry! We’re proud to support their growth and continued impact on Florida’s industrial sector. 📐🔧 Full story ➡️ bit.ly/4rCQhkr

Our Regional Director, Carl Hadden, joined SBDC leaders at the FREDA Summit, hearing from Richard Williams, Secretary Kelly, and @GovRonDeSantis — who was honored with the FREDA Rural Champion Award. Proud to support efforts that uplift Florida’s rural communities.

This year, #SmallBizSaturday is on Nov. 29. We’re proud to team up with @AmericanExpress to remind our neighbors how important their support is to local businesses this holiday season. Let’s go #ShopSmall 🎁 ‼️Find free #smallbiz resources here: bit.ly/3M6O5Bb