UGA SBDC in Athens

Our office is closed today, June 19, and will reopen for regular business hours on Monday, June 22.

At Rally Point Grille, every meal comes with a story. Thanks to UGA SBDC guidance, this veteran-owned business is growing and bringing people together. Read the full story 🔗 https://georgiasbdc.org/rally-point-grille/

👥 Ready to strengthen your leadership skills? Supervisor Skills for the Modern Manager gives current and aspiring managers practical tools to improve communication, lead teams effectively and handle workplace challenges with confidence.
Learn strategies to motivate employees, manage performance and become a stronger leader in today’s workplace. Register today! https://ugasbdc.training/ath/0488-027
Program Details:
Date & Time: Wednesday, September 16, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: UGA Innovation Hub
Registration Fee: $199

Are you ready to turn the key and unlock the capital your business needs to thrive? 🔐
Join us for the hands-on Unlocking Capital: An Owner’s Guide to Funding a Small Business workshop, where we will walk you through the different types of capital. Leave this course with the ability to think like a lender and ensure your business is lender-ready! Register now https://ugasbdc.training/ath/0649-038
Program Details:
Date & Time: July 20, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: UGA Innovation Hub
Registration Fee: No-Cost Program!
Program Partners: Georgia Department of Community Affairs and Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs

Every latte, every plate, every antique detail - Fellows Cafe in Roswell is a masterpiece of hospitality. With the UGA SBDC’s help, it’s now growing into something even bigger. Get the full story: https://georgiasbdc.org/fellows-cafe/

💼 Thinking about selling your business someday? So, You Want to Sell Your Business? walks business owners through the key steps of preparing for a successful sale, from valuing your business to understanding how deals are structured.
Learn how to position your business for the future and gain practical insights from real-world experience. Register today! https://ugasbdc.training/ath/0712-002
Program Details:
Date & Time: Wednesday, August 5, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Location: UGA Innovation Hub
Registration Fee: $39

What does it look like to turn a side hustle into an award-winning business? Griffin Thomas did just that. With support from the UGA SBDC, he navigated financing, scaled operations, and positioned his company Top Line Lawncare for long-term success.

Read the full story at https://georgiasbdc.org/topline-lawncare/

Whether you’re just starting to brainstorm your idea or ready to turn you passion into a profitable venture, the How to Start a Business in Georgia program will give you a roadmap to success. Leave with actionable steps, essential tools and resources to start your business in a strong foundation. Register now 🔗 https://ugasbdc.training/ath/0827-001
Program Details:
Date & Time: Thursday, August 6, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: UGA Innovation Hub
Registration Fee: No Cost!
Thank you to State Farm for their generous support of this program!

SAVE THE DATE: 👥 Ready to strengthen your leadership skills? Supervisor Skills for the Modern Manager gives current and aspiring managers practical tools to improve communication, lead teams effectively and handle workplace challenges with confidence.
Learn strategies to motivate employees, manage performance and become a stronger leader in today’s workplace. Register today! https://ugasbdc.training/ath/0488-027
Program Details:
Date & Time: Wednesday, September 16, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: UGA Innovation Hub
Registration Fee: $199

Are you ready to turn the key and unlock the capital your business needs to thrive? 🔐
Join us for the hands-on Unlocking Capital: An Owner’s Guide to Funding a Small Business workshop, where we will walk you through the different types of capital. Leave this course with the ability to think like a lender and ensure your business is lender-ready! Register now https://ugasbdc.training/ath/0649-038
Program Details:
Date & Time: July 20, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: UGA Innovation Hub
Registration Fee: No-Cost Program!
Program Partners: Georgia Department of Community Affairs and Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs