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#REDIRECT [[Houston Small Business Administration]]
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|Name=Houston SBA
 
|Name=Houston SBA
 
|Classification=Networking, Education
 
|Classification=Networking, Education
|Accessibility=High
 
 
|Developmental Stage=Any
 
|Developmental Stage=Any
 
|Non-Profit Status=Yes
 
|Non-Profit Status=Yes
|Website=https://www.sba.gov/offices/district/tx/houston
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|URL=https://www.sba.gov/offices/district/tx/houston
|Project= [[Small Business Development Ecosystem of Houston]]
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|Project=[[Small Business Development Ecosystem of Houston]]
 
|Networking=yes
 
|Networking=yes
 
|Education=yes
 
|Education=yes
 
|Certification=yes
 
|Certification=yes
 
|Financing=yes
 
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|Consulting=no,
 
|Coworking=no
 
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The Houston Small Business Administration provides financing, mentoring, education, and networking to help Houstonians start, build, and grow businesses.
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==Services==
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'''Loan Programs'''<br />
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The Small Business Administration establishes guidelines for loans, but does not make direct loans to small business. However, established SBA guidelines for loans are adhered to by its partners. In addition to the general small business loans, the SBA offers disaster loans, microloans, and real estate and equipment loans.
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'''Venture Capital Program'''<br />
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The Venture Capital Program provides services to help fill the gap between available growth capital and the needs of small businesses. While the SBA does not invest directly in small businesses, it encourages private investment funds to do so.
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'''Surety Bonds'''<br />
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If a small business is unable to obtain surety bonds, the Small Business Administration will enter a surety agreement. Surety bonds are guaranteed for contracts up to $5 million. However, in some cases, the SBA will guarantee bonds for contracts up to $10 million.
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'''Women-Owned Small Business Program'''<br />
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Offers Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses the opportunity to compete against each other for federal contracts in industries where women-owned small businesses are underrepresented. 
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'''8(a) Business Development Program'''<br />
Enhance your education and your professional skills with valuable educational opportunities and resources, available exclusively for our members. Expand your networking opportunities with our vibrant networking community of nearly 850,000 members and over 200 Local Chapters. Our highly advanced online platform helps members stay connected. Easily build your network, promote your brand, join a Local Chapter and stay up-to-date on current news.
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Offers business assistance to small businesses controlled, at least 51%, by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. The program is a nine year commitment with a four-year developmental stage and a five-year transition stage. Participants in the program can receive sole-source contracts up to $10.5 million for goods, services, and manufacturing costs.  
Source: NAPW
 
==Programs==
 
===Education===
 
Operation Graduate*: Earn credits or receive up to $2000 in scholarships towards completing your, or a family member’s degree.<br />                                  
 
STAR12 Live Seminar*: In-person one and two-day training in core areas including management, HR, customer service, time management, communications and more!<br />     
 
STAR12 On-Demand Seminars: Free to all members. Unlimited participation in live video seminars. Watch from any device at any time.<br />                                   
 
STAR12 Live Webinars*: Your live connection to informative webinars with interactive Q&A sessions.<br />                                                                 
 
STAR12 On-Demand Webinars: Free to all members. Watch over 135 on-demand webinars with unlimited views.<br />                                             
 
STAR12 On-Demand Podcasts: Download to your devices for easy access on-the-go, with unlimited access.<br />                                                                 
 
STAR12 Certification Courses*: In-depth courses with test score and level tracking, bringing you next-level skills for success.<br />                                   
 
STAR12 Online Courses: Available exclusively for NAPW members with courses from 3-20 hours in length. <br />                                                                   
 
STAR12 Reference Materials: Choose from articles, job aids, quick tips and more! Lorman Education Services Advance your professional skills with industry-specific seminars, audio conferences, on-demand webinars, audio materials and books. Enjoy 35% off all Lorman services.
 
  
  
===Savings Program===
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'''Criteria'''<br />
Enjoy hundreds of discounts and deals on top brands, in-store coupons, online discounts and neighborhood deals from local businesses. Member Perks Program, Partner Discount Alerts, Diamond Discounts*, Member to Member Discounts, CareXtend Health Services*, VIP Member Showcase, VIP Member Marketplace*, Expert Press Release*, Legacy Registry*
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In order to qualify for all Small Business Administration Programs, the business must meet the small business size standard.  
  
===Promotion and News===
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In order to be eligible for the Women-Owned Small Business Program, 51% of the business must be directly owned by women who are United States citizens. Additionally, women must manage the day-to-day operations, hold the highest officer position, make long-term decisions for the business, work full-time during normal working hours. In order to qualify for the Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses program, personal net work must be less than $750,000 and gross income average over three years is $350,000 or less.
Showcase your business, brand or professional accomplishments to gain valuable exposure and enhance brand recognition. Custom Group Pages, VIP Group Page Branding Advisor*, Online Profile Spotlight*
 
  
"*Eligibility and pricing for specific benefits may be dependent on tier level"
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To be eligible for the 8(a) Business Development Program, 51% of a small business must be owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.

Latest revision as of 17:16, 17 October 2016


Small Business Development Ecosystem of Houston
Houston SBA
Institution Information
Name Houston SBA
Project Small Business Development Ecosystem of Houston
Classification Networking, Education
Non-Profit Status Yes
Cost $
Development Stage Any
Minorities yes
Women yes
Education yes
Certification yes
Consulting no
Coworking no
Financing yes
Meeting no
Mentoring yes
Networking yes
Website https://www.sba.gov/offices/district/tx/houston
Contact E-Mail {{{email}}}URIs of the form "{{{email}}}" are not allowed.
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The Houston Small Business Administration provides financing, mentoring, education, and networking to help Houstonians start, build, and grow businesses.

Services

Loan Programs
The Small Business Administration establishes guidelines for loans, but does not make direct loans to small business. However, established SBA guidelines for loans are adhered to by its partners. In addition to the general small business loans, the SBA offers disaster loans, microloans, and real estate and equipment loans.


Venture Capital Program
The Venture Capital Program provides services to help fill the gap between available growth capital and the needs of small businesses. While the SBA does not invest directly in small businesses, it encourages private investment funds to do so.


Surety Bonds
If a small business is unable to obtain surety bonds, the Small Business Administration will enter a surety agreement. Surety bonds are guaranteed for contracts up to $5 million. However, in some cases, the SBA will guarantee bonds for contracts up to $10 million.


Women-Owned Small Business Program
Offers Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses the opportunity to compete against each other for federal contracts in industries where women-owned small businesses are underrepresented.


8(a) Business Development Program
Offers business assistance to small businesses controlled, at least 51%, by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. The program is a nine year commitment with a four-year developmental stage and a five-year transition stage. Participants in the program can receive sole-source contracts up to $10.5 million for goods, services, and manufacturing costs.


Criteria
In order to qualify for all Small Business Administration Programs, the business must meet the small business size standard.

In order to be eligible for the Women-Owned Small Business Program, 51% of the business must be directly owned by women who are United States citizens. Additionally, women must manage the day-to-day operations, hold the highest officer position, make long-term decisions for the business, work full-time during normal working hours. In order to qualify for the Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses program, personal net work must be less than $750,000 and gross income average over three years is $350,000 or less.

To be eligible for the 8(a) Business Development Program, 51% of a small business must be owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.