May 2007
Success Stories
Suzanne Bogue
Suzanne dreamed of owning a used bookstore and with the assistance of the SBDC, she was able to accomplish that dream. Suzanne purchased an existing bookstore from its retiring owner and worked in the store for a period of time to gain a good understanding of the store operations and its clientele. One More Time Books offers a wide variety of used Texana and children's books as well as rare and first edition books.
Business
- One More Time Bookstore
Owner
- Suzanne Bogue
Location
- 112 S. Western St
Phone
- 806-355-5052
Employs
1 Full Time Employee
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Amarillo, TX 79101
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Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
WTAMU Small Business Development Center is a member of the
Northwest Texas SBDC Region Network.
Accredited by the Association of Small Business Development Centers
Clients receive $150,000
Enterprize Challenge
Two SBDC clients were awarded $75,000 each in the Enterprize Challenge competition concluded on April 10th.
Midwest
Fabrication is a construction and fabrication company who designs and manufactures complex conveyor systems
and stainless steel tables for
customers in the meat packing industry. Robert Urteaga has been in
business for six years and plans to hire
two new employees with his money. They are hoping to expand into the New
Mexico, Oklahoma, Colorado and Kansas.
Storm Track Shelters builds and installs fourteen sizes of tornado and hurricane storm shelters both below and above ground. They are currently designing earthquake safe rooms. Darrel Podzemny plans to purchase a ten-ton truck with a flatbed trailer and other large equipment to help with the installation and transportation of his products across the country.
The Amarillo Enterprize Challenge is a program funded by Amarillo Economic Development Corporation and managed by the Enterprise Network which is designed to assist entrepreneurs in launching new businesses or expanding existing ones. The awards are grants, not loans, and they don't have to be paid back. The money can be used for any purpose, as long as it stays within the business. Businesses must be located in the Amarillo area.
Steps to Open a Business
THE BASICS
1. Choose a legal structure.
2. Register your business name.
3. Obtain licenses and permits.
4. Register with tax authorities.
5. File Texas Workforce forms.
SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE ALSO:
1. Complete a business plan
2. Open a business bank account.
3. Set up good books.
4. Locate professional help.
FREE WORKSHOPS
Give yourself the best possible chance of success by attending our "introduction to Business Ownership" workshop, a free service provided on a regular basis. You will learn: the best financing options, when you should incorporate, how to market on a small budget, which permits and licenses you will need, and how to set up business systems that will keep you on the high road to profit. Seats are limited, so call in advance to reserve your place.
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
May 15, 2007 - 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
June 5, 2007 - 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
June 12, 2007 - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
June 19, 2007 - 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Quote of the Month
"In the business world an executive knows something about
everything, a technician knows everything about something -
and the switchboard operator knows everything."
- Harold Coffin -
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