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Are you looking to start or grow a business and need some inspiration?

We are proud to share the success story for Robert Simmons from A1 Worldwide Logistics. Robert is founder of international freight forwarder and customs broker A1 Worldwide Logistics and was recently named the Florida SBDC at FIU Entrepreneur of the Year.

Since launching in 2014, the company has grown to nearly $18 million in revenue, offering customs clearance, freight forwarding, trucking and warehousing services. In the video, he notes where he started by watching YouTube videos and doing research on his own. Through the hard work of his team and strategic Florida SBDC at FIU consultant support, Robert has grown the business from an idea into a successful international company.

See more here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awwJSUTfPMk

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Florida SBDC at FIU Success Story : A1 Worldwide Logistics A1 Worldwide Logistics, an international freight forwarder and cust...

Thank you to our participants for the Florida SBDC at FIU Startup Accelerator Program for attending today’s kick off session in City of North Miami Beach Government.

Sponsored by TD Bank, this 8 week accelerator is focused on helping early stage companies in service industries strengthen business fundamentals and master AI tools to grow their business..

We appreciated the support of the city and Commissioner Daniela Jean to promote the program and support in-person sessions.

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As with any disaster, the Florida SBDC at FIU is here to help your business prepare for and recover from a potential disruption. Need help getting started? Explore tools and resources at our Disaster Resiliency : It's Your Business Webinar.
To watch: https://youtu.be/-xvSHu0iWYQ

Thank you to the City of Key West -- Government Mayor and Commissioners for the opportunity to recognize Florida SBDC at FIU clients and community partners at the City commission meeting last week.

We were proud to recognize our 2026 FSBDC at FIU Monroe County client of the Year Florida Keys Electric, Inc. and the 2026 FSBDC at FIU Monroe County client of the Year La Grignote.

Lastly, our Keys team also highlighted the 2026 Monroe County Community Partner of the Year First Horizon Bank.

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Join us on June 2, at 1 PM for our Start Up, Start Right webinar.
Whether you’re just starting your business idea or ready to take the next step, this session will provide practical guidance, resources, and insights to help you start the right way.
Register today:
go.fiu.edu/startup

Join us on June 10, at 1 PM for our Digital Marketing Assessment webinar and learn how to identify what’s holding your marketing back and how to improve your online presence with practical strategies that actually work.

Register today:
go.fiu.edu/digital

We’re proud to be part of Small Business Power Day 2026. A space where entrepreneurs connect with real opportunities, resources, and growth. See you on May 22nd from 9a - 2p.

To register:
https://www.eventbrite.co/e/small-business-power-day-2nd-edition-tickets-1985459879948?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

We’re proud to be part of Small Business Power Day 2026. A space where entrepreneurs connect with real opportunities, resources, and growth. See you on May 22nd from 9a - 2p.

To register: https://www.eventbrite.co/e/small-business-power-day-2nd-edition-tickets-1985459879948?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true