Consulting
Training
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November 2005
Success Stories
Kelly Miller & Crew
Kelly Miller got an agreement from Wal-Mart to operate a Subway in the Canyon store. He came to the SBDC to get assistance with the preparation of a business plan, financial projections, and a review of the franchise offering. Based on the materials produced, Kelly got an SBA guaranteed loan to establish his operation.
Business
- Subway Sandwiches
Owner
- Kelly Miller
Location
- Canyon Wal-Mart
Employs
5 FT, 6 PT
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Amarillo, TX 79101
806-372-5151
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Bakery
Belmar Bakery & Cafe
3325 Bell Street
806-355-0141
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Framing Store
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4021 S Washington Street
806-372-6402
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Are You An Expert?
Call for Speakers
On May 22 - 24, 2006, two hundred of Texas' best SBDC personnel will converge in Lubbock to network, learn, and share knowledge. Would you like to be a speaker at this conference or do you know someone who would?
Spots are open for experts to deliver 90 minute training sessions. Nominate yourself or someone you know for glory and networking in the SBDC world: all that is required for nomination is a one paragraph description of the program and a one paragraph description of the presenter. Contact PJ Pronger at 806-372-5151.
Businesses Needed
Student Projects for Business Management
Dr. Terry Pearson teaches small business management at West Texas A&M University and is currently looking for four to six businesses that would like to have a strategic audit or need to accomplish a special project. The audit or project will serve as real-world, on-site class work for a team of undergraduate students during the spring semester.
He is also looking for 2 businesses who would like to have a feasibility study done by graduate students.
For more information contact Dr. Terry Pearson at 806-651-2496.
Events
Fall 2005
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November 14th, 11:30 am - BLX Community Express Loans
An SBA sponsored loan event to introduce BLX Community Express Loans. Loans are available from $1,000 to $50,000 to start or grow your business for those who have been turned down by local banks. Call 372-5151 to reserve your place.
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Nov 16, 1 to 5 pm - How to Use Geographic Information Systems for Business |
This seminar is intended to introduce business owners to the possibilities of Geographic Information Systems and to demonstrate some of it's coolest features. more info
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Date Change Nov 29th - Doing Business with Cuba |
The goal of this program is to provide information about trading with Cuba, including the process, realistic expectations, important contacts, and the necessary licenses. Legal exports to Cuba currently include: Agricultural Products; Food; Live Animals; Wood Products; and Medical Supplies. This seminar will be held during the Amarillo Farm & Ranch Show. more info
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Dec 6th - The Care & Feeding of Corporations and LLCs |
This seminar will explain the responsibilities that business owners take on when they do business through a Texas business entity, as well as some tips on how to help a business entity perform its functions more effectively. more info
Quote of the Month
"First-rate people hire first-rate people, second-rate people hire third-rate people."
- Leo Rosten
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