@SBA_PortlandOR

The official Twitter account of the U.S. Small Business Administration Portland District Office. Neither RT nor @mentions imply endorsement.

 Portland, OR
sba.gov/or
Joined September 2017
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Happy #IndependenceDay! Wishing all of America's small businesses a wonderful #4thofJuly!
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Social media helps entrepreneurs boost business reach and fosters instant and direct communication with customers. Launch SBA’s free online course for tips on how to use social media to increase your sales: learn.sba.gov/learning-cente… #SocialMediaDay
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#DYK 600M jobs will be needed by 2030 to accommodate the growing global workforce, which makes #smallbiz development a high priority for many countries? SBA is committed to helping small businesses in the U.S. start and grow. Learn more: sba.gov #MSMEDay
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Did you know that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration provides safety and health resources specifically designed for small businesses? Learn more: osha.gov/smallbusiness #NationalSafetyMonth
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Surety bonds help small businesses win contracts by providing the customer with a guarantee that the work will be completed. Learn more about the SBA Surety Bond Guarantee Program: sba.gov/osg
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Small business owners who are creditworthy but don’t qualify for conventional financing can access capital and get funding to grow their business through SBA-backed loans. Connect with a lender near you using #LenderMatch: sba.gov/lendermatch
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#Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. and is a celebration of freedom and equality. @sbagov is committed to addressing the persistent gaps in access to capital impacting small business owners in underserved communities.
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We are too! Rogue SBDC helped Clouser Drilling achieve a high level of success in their industry and were recognized as the 2023 SBA Oregon Family-Owned Small Business of the Year!
Oregon SBDC@OregonSBDC18 Jun 2024
We are grateful for the work the Rogue SBDC is doing. Last year, they helped local small businesses access more than $6.19 million in capital funding, and their clients experienced a sales increase of more than $8.73 million! To learn more, visit buff.ly/3wNdCYL.
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No matter where you live or what stage your business is in, SBA resource partner mentors and advisers can provide counseling and training to help you succeed. Find local assistance: sba.gov/localassistance
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SBA Portland, OR retweeted
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@SBAgov17 Jun 2024
🚀 Do you want to #BeYourOwnBoss and launch a business? This 10-step guide can help you understand the basics: sba.gov/starting
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SBA Portland, OR retweeted
SCORE Portland@scorepdx17 Jun 2024
Starting a Small Business? Get free advice and guidance from professional SCORE mentors that have "been there and done that"!
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Wildfires spread quickly and can devastate communities. Make sure your small business is prepared in the event of a #wildfire with this checklist: sba.gov/sites/default/files/… 09/SBA_hazard_checklist_Wildfire_V9_508c.pdf
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A wonderful opportunity to be a part of unique group working together to help solve common #smallbiz issues. Learn more ▶️score.org/portlandor/portlan…

SCORE Portland CEO Forum | Executive Peer Advisory Group for Business Leaders - SCORE

Leaders of small and mid-sized companies often face "doing more with less," growing competition, and a seemingly endless set of new challenges. The Portland

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SCORE Portland@scorepdx14 Jun 2024
New program: SCORE Portland CEO Forum. We’re a small group of like-minded entrepreneurs working together to address common business issues. Discussions are facilitated by seasoned SCORE meeting leaders. Shared knowledge, shared experience, better results.
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SBA Portland, OR retweeted
Oregon SBDC@OregonSBDC14 Jun 2024
To support our small business community, the Oregon SBDC Network, in partnership with the North Star Cybersecurity Program and the @sbdcmthood, is offering a virtual workshop from 1 to 2 p.m. PST on July 10. Register now by visiting buff.ly/3Ww65bi. #Cybersecurity
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Whether you're looking to start a small business or expand your current one, SBA's digital learning platform has everything you need to educate yourself on entrepreneurial best practices and available financing options. Get started today: sba.gov/sba-learning-platfor…
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SBA Portland, OR retweeted
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@SBAgov13 Jun 2024
Making a paws-itive difference! 🐾 Learn how Dr. Terra Smith launched a mobile veterinary business to meet the needs of her community.
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Protect your small business from #cybersecurity threats by: 🔐Using strong passwords ⚙️Updating your software 📱Enabling multifactor authentication Learn more: sba.gov/cybersecurity
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America's LGBTQ+ owned businesses help grow the economy and play a vital role in communities across the nation. Explore resources for LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs: sba.gov/lgbtq
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SBA Portland, OR retweeted
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@SBAgov12 Jun 2024
👋 Hello! ¡Hola! Ciao! No matter what language you speak, SBA can help. Information about programs, services, and resources is available: ✅ In English: sba.gov ✅ En Español: sba.gov/es ✅ In other languages: sba.gov/about-sba/informatio…
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A super opportunity to connect with a knowledgeable adviser to get your #smallbiz started on the right foot!
SCORE Portland@scorepdx12 Jun 2024
Starting a Small Business? Get free advice and guidance from professional SCORE mentors that have "been there and done that"!
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