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Lending ![Scott Shane]()
Small Business Credit Still Not Back to Pre-Recession Levels
Despite the recent rise in the number of small business loans, small business lending still has not returned to their highs.
Business Optimization ![John Boitnott]()
4 Tips for Managing Cash Flow When You're Bootstrapping
The wealthiest companies work hard to know where every dime goes. Startups literally cannot afford to do less.
National Small Business Week ![Catherine Clifford]()
How to Build an Institution, Not a Short-Term Business
Maria Contreras-Sweet, the newest head of the U.S. Small Business Administration, is an entrepreneur herself. Here, she discusses how to create a business that will be around for the long haul.
Make More Happen ![Catherine Clifford]()
New SBA Chief Jumps Into the Red Zone, Taking On the Infamous Disaster Loan Program
Maria Contreras-Sweet was sworn into office just over two months ago and her very first concern was tackling one of the Small Business Administration's major sore spots.
National Small Business Week ![Catherine Clifford]()
SBA Chief: The Secret to Being a Good Boss Is Being a Good Cheerleader
Maria Contreras-Sweet became head of the Small Business Administration just about two months ago, but managing employees is hardly new territory for her.
SBA ![Scott Shane]()
Congress Is Right to Challenge the SBA's Program Expansion
The Small Business Administration has done something rare: It united both sides of the aisle in opposition.
National Small Business Week ![Linda Lacina]()
Small Business Week: 3 Things You've Missed So Far
New funding options and Google launch are among what's new for National Small Business Week.
National Small Business Week ![Geoff Weiss]()
National Small Business Week: Events to Watch For in Your Region
As National Small Business Week kicks off today, here are some exciting events, opportunities and resources to look out for.
National Small Business Week ![Catherine Clifford]()
From Tattoo Parlors to Coffee Shops, a National Celebration of Small Businesses
National Small Business Week runs from May 12 to 16 this year, with events being held in cities from San Francisco to Washington.
Growth Strategies ![Catherine Clifford]()
Obama Picks Maria Contreras-Sweet to Lead the SBA
Maria Contreras-Sweet, the founder of ProAmerica Bank, is the White House's pick as head of the government's Small Business Administration.
Growth Strategies ![Karen Mills]()
When the Going Gets Tough for Local Economies, Utilize Existing Resources
With state budgets being cut, former SBA chief Karen Mills discusses how local economic growth does not necessarily need radical innovation to prosper. Rather governors can harness resources of existing institutions and people to attract capital and create jobs.
Make More Happen ![Diana Ransom]()
Hurricane Sandy and Its Aftermath: By the Numbers
See just how brutal last year's superstorm Sandy really was.
Ready To Launch ![Julian Hills]()
How to Finance a Startup Today
When the bank of mom and dad shuts down, here are some startup funding resources for you.
Finance ![Anisha Sekar]()
Can't Get a VC to Notice You're Alive? 3 Alternative Funding Sources for You.
Nabbing money from outside investors isn't the only way your startup can scale. Here are three other ways to fund your company.
