Small Business Triumph: How Adventures in Spanish Inspires Cultural Connection

In this video, Kathryn discusses her entrepreneurial journey and the support provided by the PCC SBDC along the way. Read more below:

Topics: Small Business, Business Profiles, Business, Starting a Business, Growing a Business, business builders

Simplifying Leave, Enriching Lives: How Stiira is Redefining Leave Management

In this video, Calvin and Casey discuss their entrepreneurial journey and the support provided by the PCC SBDC along the way. Read more below:

Topics: Small Business, Business Profiles, Business, Starting a Business, Growing a Business, business builders

Small Nuts, Big Dreams: Pistakio's Path to Small Business Success

In this video, Francine and Nicola discuss their entrepreneurial journey and the support provided by the PCC SBDC along the way. Read more below:

Topics: Small Business, Business Profiles, Business, Starting a Business, Growing a Business, business builders

Angela Ellison Creative: Building a Business with Heart

In this video, Angela Ellison discusses her entrepreneurial journey and the support provided by the PCC SBDC along the way. Read more below:

Topics: Small Business, Business Profiles, Business, Starting a Business, Growing a Business, business builders

Business tax prep can seem daunting, especially for small business owners filing for the first time. Use this checklist to ensure that you’re ready to file your federal tax return and know how to maximize your business tax deductions.

Topics: Small Business, Growing a Business, Getting Your Recipe to Market, business builders

Oregon is home to nearly 400,000 small businesses. Many of these ventures started with a great idea. But to turn a concept into reality, you need working capital.

A small business loan can help you get your business off the ground or take an existing one to the next level. Keep reading to learn the steps to getting the business financing you need to make sure your company stays strong and healthy.

Topics: Small Business, Growing a Business, Getting Your Recipe to Market, business builders

You may have heard news accounts about the increase in hacks, scams, malware attacks, viruses, ransomware, and other online assaults. A recent report showed that these attacks now happen with alarming frequency—in fact, there are about 720 cyber attacks per hour.

The situation has gotten worse since the pandemic. As technology has become more and more vital in our professional and personal lives, more people and businesses have become vulnerable to scams. Hackers took advantage of many of the quickly assembled platforms that businesses set up to let their staff work from home. 

Topics: Small Business, Growing a Business, Getting Your Recipe to Market, business builders

Starting a business that operates exclusively online can be an appealing way to earn a part-time or full-time income. It comes with the freedom and flexibility to work from anywhere you choose.

If you have a business idea for selling products or services online, below are considerations to keep in mind and the steps to take to get it up and running. First, here are some answers to common questions we often hear from potential online business owners.

Topics: Small Business, Growing a Business, Getting Your Recipe to Market, business builders

The United States shows its appreciation to the people who’ve worn the uniform of our armed forces in many ways. From travel discounts to no-down-payment mortgages, your selfless military service has earned you some valuable perks and benefits. On top of that, some advantages extend to helping your veteran-owned small business.

Are you a veteran who currently owns a small business? Or are you a veteran with a business idea that you need help bringing to life? You should learn all about the various national, state, and regional resources available to you and the services each one provides.

Topics: Small Business, Growing a Business, Getting Your Recipe to Market, business builders

November is Native American Heritage Month and a great opportunity to celebrate Native American small business owners. According to data from the US Census Bureau, there are approximately 40,000 employer and 315,000 nonemployer Native-owned businesses nationwide that generate roughly $50 billion in revenue each year.

Whether you’re a business owner or an entrepreneur planning to start a business, government agencies and other organizations can support you. These programs provide training and technical assistance. They also offer resources that can help put Native American small business owners on the path to prosperity.

Topics: Small Business, Growing a Business, Getting Your Recipe to Market, business builders