Alabama SBDC at ASU

05/22/2026

📢 Calling All Small Business Owners & Entrepreneurs!
The Alabama SBDC at ASU is excited to offer TWO FREE virtual training sessions designed to help you strengthen your business skills and plan for success! 💼✨

✅ Understanding Your Financial Statements
📅 May 28, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CDT)
Learn how to read your financial statements and build a strong 12-month budget. https://asbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/10674?embedded=0

✅ Small Business Owners Tax Tips
📅 June 9, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CDT)
Get insights on new tax rules and strategies to better prepare for the 2026 tax year. https://asbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/10675?embedded=0

🎓 Both sessions will be led by Eric D. McKenney and are completely FREE to attend!

💻 Virtual | Live Online Sessions

👉 You can register online on your own, or if you’d like assistance, feel free to call me directly and I’ll be happy to register you:
📞 Valencia Hall – 334-229-4138

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge to grow and protect your business! 🚀

05/07/2026

Attention Montgomery, Alabama based small businesses! Here is your chance to grow and access funding for your business.

Montgomery Thriving Small Business Grant Program

City of Montgomery, Alabama is investing $2.5 million into small businesses through this program. Direct funding across multiple categories to help businesses stabilize, expand, and strengthen operations. Learn more at

Funding for eligible Montgomery, AL small businesses ready to grow.

05/07/2026

✨ National Small Business Week Success in Selma! ✨

The Alabama SBDC at Alabama State University, in collaboration with Selma and Dallas County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Information, The CITI Center, the Black Belt Community Foundation, and the SBA Alabama District Office, was proud to host our “Funding Your Future: SBA Loan Insights & Lender Networking Session” in Selma, Alabama in celebration of SBA National Small U.S. Small Business Administration National Small Business Week.

A special thank you to Roderick D. Perkins, Lead Lenders Specialist, SBA Alabama District Office for providing valuable insights on SBA loan programs, lender readiness, and strategies to help entrepreneurs strengthen their borrowing power and prepare for business financing opportunities.

We were excited to welcome existing and aspiring Selma entrepreneurs and appreciate the support of our lending partners:

• Regions Bank
• Commonwealth National Bank
• Sabre Financial Group
• Liberty Bank & Trust

Events like this help connect entrepreneurs with the tools, resources, and financial relationships needed to launch, grow, and sustain successful businesses in our communities.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event impactful and informative!

05/05/2026

National Small Business Week in Selma, Alabama
Date: Happening, Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM (CDT)
Registration Deadline: 5/5/2026 6:00 PM (CDT)
Fee: No Fee
Point of Contact: Andrea Rogers Mosley 334-229-4138 or [email protected]
Location: 217 Broad St, Selma AL 36701-4589

Description:
Join us for an informative session on how to access small business funding through SBA loan programs. Learn what lenders look for, how to prepare for financing, and how an SBA loan guarantee can strengthen your borrowing power.

Training will be led by Roderick D. Perkins from the U.S. Small Business Administration Alabama District Office. Participants will also have the opportunity to connect with local SBA lenders in Selma.

This in-person session is held in celebration of National Small Business Week. Brown bag lunch—please bring your lunch.

About National Small Business Week
For more than 50 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has celebrated National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Join us for an informative session on how to access small business funding through SBA loan programs. Learn what lenders look for, how to prepare for financing, and how an SBA loan guarantee can strengthen your borrowing power. Training will be led by Roderick D. Perkins from the U.S. Small Business

05/05/2026

Congratulations Ruby Tuck, President/CEO at PMTS, Inc. on your recognition as the U.S. Small Business Administration Alabama District Office Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year. Alabama SBDC Network

05/04/2026

🎤✨ Pitch Competition Highlights! ✨🎤
The Pitch Competition was absolutely amazing! From innovative ideas to confident presentations, each participant showed passion, creativity, and determination. It was inspiring to see so many great pitches and to witness the support and encouragement throughout the room. 💡👏
Everyone brought their best, and the energy was incredible. Congratulations to all who participated—you made this competition a true success!

05/04/2026

05/04/2026

✨ The 13th Annual Little Pink Toolbox – Women in Business Conference was a huge success! ✨

We were honored to welcome 71 participants for a day filled with inspiration, meaningful connections, and powerful moments. 💕🧰

A special highlight of the conference was recognizing our guest speaker, Ruby Tuck, President/CEO at PMTS, Inc, who was honored as the U.S. Small Business Administration Alabama Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year. Her story and words of encouragement truly inspired and empowered everyone in attendance.

Each workshop was impactful and designed to equip women entrepreneurs with the tools, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed and thrive. The energy was amazing, the fellowship was genuine, and the experience was unforgettable.

Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and contributed to making this event so special.

Until next time… 💗

04/08/2026

The National Virtual Summit is May 5-6! We're proud to co-host alongside SBA.

Join thousands of entrepreneurs for two days of expert-led sessions, federal resource deep-dives, and networking—all for FREE.

Register today: https://www.sba.gov/nsbw

03/24/2026

📣 Alabama SBDC Entrepreneurship 101: How to Start A Business and Write the Plan

🚀 Thinking about starting your own business? Ready to turn your idea into a solid plan?

Join us for a FREE virtual workshop where you’ll learn the fundamentals of starting a business and writing a business plan—your roadmap to success!

📅 Date: April 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM (CDT)
📝 Registration Deadline: April 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM (CDT)
💻 Format: Live Online Meeting
💲 Cost: FREE & open to the public

✨ What You’ll Learn:
• Key steps to starting a business
• How to develop a strong business plan
• Practical tips to set your business up for success

👩🏽‍🏫 Instructor: Andrea Rogers Mosley, Director, Alabama SBDC at ASU

📞 Questions? Contact Andrea Rogers Mosley at (334) 229-4138

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the knowledge you need to launch and grow your business. Secure your spot today!



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