Vermont Small Business Development Center

Happening this weekend! #SmallBusinessSaturday When you shop small and shop local, you support Vermont’s small businesses like Beenanza in Burlington, home of the newly launched Coverall kit! buff.ly/3uemTru Watch the designer’s story on WCAX: buff.ly/3ZLb9bE

Wishing you a happy Thanksgiving, from all of us at VtSBDC! #VermontThanksgiving #gratitude #VermontBusiness #Thanksgiving2023

NEW story up on the Inspiring Entrepreneurs blog: “Knitting a Business Together” See how the founders of Junction Fiber Mill blend quality & tradition with the “punk rock side of knitting” at their custom processing mill in Vermont. buff.ly/3SRDWtl #VSJF #VermontFiber

A message from Linda Rossi, State Director at VtSBDC about the upcoming holidays. Taking a "pause" before acting leads to better long term planning #PauseandReflect #VermontBusiness #VermontResilience

One week away from #SmallBusinessSaturday! When you shop small and shop local, you support Vermont’s small businesses like Bergamot+Amor in Williamstown! buff.ly/3EKwuIp #leathercrafting #shopsmall #VermontBusiness #luxuryhandbags

Happy Global Entrepreneurship Week, celebrating innovative and forward-thinking entrepreneurs around the world - and right here in Vermont! Learn more about the 200 countries and 40,000 events taking place this week! buff.ly/2TxH0sv

Vermont’s small business owners, what have been your successes and challenges this year, and what is your outlook for the future? The Federal Reserve would like to hear your voice and get your feedback in this year’s Small Business Credit Survey. buff.ly/32sdQmB

The Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Grants program will close tomorrow: 11/15/23 This Fund provides grants up to $2,500 to cover costs such as equipment replacement, operating expenses, help with clean-up, etc. For applications and information: buff.ly/49vhyfe

We will be thinking of & thanking Vermont’s veterans this weekend, & always grateful for your service. For those serving now while starting, growing, or managing a business, VtSBDC offers guidance for service members. To read and learn more please visit: buff.ly/46UhZyh

How do I prepare to sell my business? VtSBDC advisors have the answers when it comes to preparation when the time is right. Take a look at our step by step guidebook, and connect with VtSBDC statewide business advisor Sergio Alvares. buff.ly/46SuU3y

Hiring and/or managing employees? The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers tips for establishing a basic payroll structure for hiring, and an explanation of state and federal labor laws for properly managing employees. buff.ly/2EkmiYC

Together, hosted by the Northeast Kingdom Collaborative. A great opportunity to join together to find solutions, to plan, and to celebrate what makes our region vibrant Thursday, November 9th, at Burke Mountain Hotel & Conference Center, from 9 AM- 4 PM. buff.ly/3QI46gO

“I had a vision to create a community atmosphere where people could come together and chat” Read more about first-time entrepreneurs Matt and Carrie Lewis and their recent purchase of Gourmet Provence, a bakery in Brandon: buff.ly/45Uj7Av #VTEntrepreneurs #VTBakery

Check out this inspiring video featuring the stories of Vermont’s entrepreneurs who are starting and building their businesses by connecting with resources throughout the state. Connect with one of us to connect with all of us: buff.ly/48SH7XD #VermontEntrepreneurs

Congrats to Katya d’Angelo, co-owner of Bridgeside Books for being recognized as a 2023 Rising Star! buff.ly/3Ppttly Read more about Katya’s and Chris Triolo‘s inspiring story: buff.ly/3QcwXbz #VTBookstores #VTRisingStar2023 #VermontBiz

It’s Spooky Season! Finances are often one of the scariest challenges for business owners. Know Your Number$ is a series of advisor/accountant-guided modules that take the “scary” out of how to use your numbers. buff.ly/43TtRis #Halloween #KnowYourNumbers #vtsbdc

The journey may not be easy, but there is a way to get there! Let VtSBDC help you navigate the path of entrepreneurship at any stage of your business. Start.Grow.Thrive.Transition. buff.ly/3L8EN3m #MondayMotivation #Entrepreneurs #VermontBusiness

Connections. Resources. Vermont’s small businesses moving forward. This new video highlights how connecting with one of the Community Navigators network of partners connects with all. buff.ly/48SH7XD #CommunityNavigators #CNPP #InspiringEntrepreneurs #Vermontbusiness

Last Cyber Summit session hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) coming up on Nov. 1 from 12-4. Discover tools, tips, and resources to bolster the online safety of your business. Registration for the FREE virtual event is open to all! buff.ly/3M319EX

Love the outdoors? You can bring nature’s serenity indoors with beautiful artwork. Today on #NationalArtDay we are recognizing Vermont local artist Anna-Lena of Art by Anna-Lena. Let the outdoors in! Learn more at her website: buff.ly/45AUtoy