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Grow America Diaries: Eric Dales
September 9, 2024
In this edition of our Grow America Diaries series, we meet Eric Dales, the owner of Adams Automatic in Olmstead Falls, Ohio. Eric is the fourth owner of this small, family-run contract manufacturer, having purchased the company after working there for more than 12 years.
Grow America Partner Appalachian Community Capital receives $500 million award from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund – Clean Communities Investment Accelerator
August 19, 2024
Appalachian Community Capital (ACC) today formally announced the Green Bank for Rural America, an ambitious initiative aimed at empowering rural communities to thrive in the new energy economy.
Metrics that matter: 10 financial metrics every established business should track
August 1, 2024
As a small business owner, understanding your company’s financial health is crucial, especially if you’re considering applying for a loan.
Request for Proposal (RFP) for Grow America CoP Microsite
July 29, 2024
Grow America has been selected by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to create and maintain a new initiative aimed at revitalizing the agency’s Revolving Loan Funds (RLF) program.
What Small Businesses Need to Know About Expansion
June 21, 2024
As a small business owner, you’ve poured your heart and soul into building your company. Now, as you look to the future, you see opportunities to grow and expand.
Personal Credit Scores: The Key to Small Business Financing Success
June 21, 2024
Did you know that your personal credit score can make or break your business’s ability to get the financing it needs to start or grow? As a small business owner, your personal credit score is one of the most important factors that lenders consider when deciding whether to approve your loan application.
Grow America Diaries: Inoussa Compaore
June 21, 2024
This month, Inoussa Compaore, Burkina Faso native and owner of Zaca Café in Brooklyn, NY, shares his perspective on how a Grow America loan helped him seize an opportunity to grow his physical location and double his revenue projections.
Leveraging Debt Financing for Small Business Success
May 13, 2024
As a small business owner, you have big dreams for your company. With the right resources, you can achieve the success you’ve always envisioned. That’s where debt financing comes in.
Unlocking Growth: What to Expect When Applying for an SBA 7(a) Loan
May 13, 2024
SBA 7(a) loans are a powerful tool for small businesses looking to grow and succeed. With more than 47,500 small businesses borrowing from the program each year, 7(a) is the SBA’s most popular loan option due to the lower rates, longer terms, and lower down payments it offers.
Are You Ready for Your Next Business Loan? A Checklist for Small Business Owners
May 13, 2024
Whether you’re looking to expand your product line, hire more staff, or invest in new equipment, a business loan can unlock your company’s potential.