🚨Attention Northern California businesses impacted by the #Marysville hotel fire and Hwy 70 closure. SBA offers disaster loans to help with revenue loss. There's no payments due and no interest for 12 months. Apply online at sba.gov/disaster

In 2023, Hispanic businesses saw a $1 billion boost in government contracts, reaching $10.95 billion. Under President Biden and VP Harris, Latino business ownership surged to 40%. SBA was proud to attend the 45th California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce convention and collaborate with business partners.

To help communities recover from disasters, it takes all of us. Last week in Des Moines, the SBA team and I joined federal, state, and local leaders to discuss recovery efforts due to recent storms in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, and South Dakota.

Disasters can strike at any time. #BeReady and prepare your business by: ✅ Assessing your risk ✅ Creating a response plan ✅ Testing the plan Learn more: sba.gov/prepare

.President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are building the economy from the bottom up and the middle out, and we are protecting that new Latino prosperity by making businesses more resilient in the face of disasters to come.

This week, several rural disaster declarations were approved. SBA is committed to helping businesses and residents recover from disasters of all sizes. If you need help recovering from a storm, visit funding.sba.gov to see if you are eligible for a disaster loan.

We’re happy to share that SBA and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation are partnering to help small business growth and resilience. Together, we’ll focus on disaster preparedness, risk awareness, and recovery. Stay tuned for updates on how we’re supporting small businesses!

September is National Preparedness Month. The SBA is committed to helping businesses and communities recover and build resilience. Take steps to prepare. Make a plan, build a kit, and stay informed. Preparedness leads to strong recovery. #NPM24

Happy Labor Day from SBA! Today, we honor the hard work and resilience of those dedicated to disaster recovery and rebuilding our communities and businesses. Your commitment and effort are key to our strength and recovery. Thank you for all you do! #LaborDay2024

It’s been one year since the #Maui wildfires. At yesterday’s congressional hearing, I shared that SBA has approved over $405 million in disaster loans to support the community's rebuilding efforts. We remain committed to helping businesses recover and grow stronger together.

#BeReady and prepare your business for severe storms by: ✅ Signing up for local and national alerts: ready.gov/alerts ✅ Backing up data. ✅ Updating employee contact info. Learn more: sba.gov/prepare

As #Maui continues its long road to recovery from last year’s wildfires, SBA remains committed every step of the way. SBA Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience is providing disaster loan assistance & resources for residents and businesses, and partnering with the community to build a resilient future.

I had the pleasure of connecting with City of Atlanta, GA Mayor and GEMA/HS to discuss the new Business Resilience Guide and other @SBAGov programs that can benefit the greater #Atlanta area. Prepare your business now: sba.gov/document/suppo…

As we closely monitor #HurricaneFrancine and its potential impact on states at risk, SBA stands ready to assist. Our SBA Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience team will be on the ground, supporting communities and businesses as they recover. Stay safe and prepared. #SBAready

This Hispanic Heritage Month, SBA honors the remarkable rise in Latino business ownership, reaching 40% under President Biden and VP Harris! 🎉 Cheers to our thriving entrepreneurs and their incredible impact! #HispanicHeritageMonth2024

Disasters like hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, and floods can happen at any time. #BeReady and prepare your business by: ✅ Assessing your risk. ✅ Creating a response plan. ✅ Testing and executing your plan. Learn more: sba.gov/prepare #NationalPreparednessMonth

If you own a small business, join us for a LinkedIn audio event on Sept. 24. Weathering the Storms: Stratagies for Small Business Resilience. Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety SBA bit.ly/47G76RX

If your Maui business is struggling due to last year’s fires and you need help to recover, SBA is still on Maui providing disaster loan assistance. The deadline to apply for an economic injury disaster loan is Nov. 9.

I’m looking forward to representing @SBAGov at Weathering the Storm: Strategies for Small Business Resilience, a LinkedIn audio event with Insurance Information Institute and Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety on Sept. 24. Prepare now to keep your business resilient in the face of disaster. bit.ly/WeatheringStor…