Highlights
- Business Expansion
- Owner Investment: $500,000
- Incresed Sales: $5 Million
- Jobs Created: 10
Twin Aviation also has a team of mechanics in the field to make onsite repairs for customers. Vice President Sergio Gonzalez first met with the International Trade Center SBDC in 2007. International Business Advisor
As a result of the assistance Sergio received from the International Trade Center, Twin Aviation has been able to reach out into new countries and expand its existing business. This year they have increased sales by more than 200%, and now have major contracts in Colombia, Malaysia, Mexico, Turkey, and very soon will be expanding into the Middle East.
We are excited about our future and we know the International Trade Center will be key to help with our market development.”
Highlights
- Business Startup/Expansion
- Owner Investment
- Contracts Awarded: $120,004
- Jobs Retained: 3
Tim is a service-disabled veteran who served in the military for many years before being injured in the line of duty. He started Appddiction Studio in 2011 with the help of the University of Texas at San Antonio SBDC Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC).
Business Advisor Curtis Mohler worked extensively with Porter providing complete business startup
Tim Porter is not only a rising star entrepreneur but also a premier community leader evidenced by his creation of the Appddiction’s StopBullies program. This program is designed to combat bullying by empowering victims and witnesses to take action. Appddiction is rapidly growing and recently secured a contract with the San Antonio VIA Metro Transit for $80,000.
We are excited about our future and we know the International Trade Center will be key to help with our market development.”
Highlights
- Business Expansion
- Commercial Loan: $1.4 Million
- Jobs Created: 10
- Jobs Retained: 40
Business Advisor Art Anchondo provided assistance with developing and readying financial projections that were crucial in obtaining SBA 504 loan approvals. Together,
The couple is a classic example that opportunity is still alive and well in the United States. When opportunity is coupled with an extraordinary work ethic, you get people like Genaro and Olga that have grown a small one store operation to five locations and over $6 million in sales.
I felt very comfortable working with my business advisor. He is very knowledgable and we will continue to work him and the SBDC on our future plans.”
Highlights
- Business Expansion
- Owner Investment: $333,926
- Commercial Loan: $224,826
- Jobs Retained: 2
After experiencing some success, the Fousts were interested in expanding and moving the business to a permanent location. Their CPA referred the couple to the Sul Ross SBDC for assistance.
The assistance from the SBDC allowed Alpine Furniture to expand to include two additional companies, Alpine Solar Sales and Alpine Secure Storage. The Fousts were also able to move and settle into a new location where the three separate but united businesses are thriving.
Our advisors were great! They were both patient and professional and thanks to them, we are a better business.”
Highlights
- Business Expansion
- Loan: $100,000
- Jobs Created: 2
- Jobs Retained: 2
During the initial stages of his starting his business, Eddie contacted the Angelo State University SBDC where he met Business Advisor James Leavelle. James advised Eddie on general business management principles
EDI has doubled their workforce and outgrown the home office. For a short time, they leased a small office and have since purchased a facility with over 2,000 square feet of storage and office space. In the first year of operation, the company grossed over $200,000 in revenue and received the Start-Up of the Year Award from the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce.
The ASU SBDC was instrumental in establishing EDI as an LLC, and helped me understand and deal with tax and IRS issues.”
Highlights
- Business Startup/Expansion
- Increased Sales: $54,000
- Jobs Created: 7
- Jobs Retained: 5
Kevin came to the SBDC with the idea to build a large gymnastics and tumbling facility. At the beginning, the SBDC put Kevin in contact with a large gym where he rented a small classroom and taught 30-40 students. He also worked with Business Advisor Cynthia Gomez to
With the assistance of the SBDC, after only one year in operation, Awesome Athletics is now located in a 3,100 sq. ft. facility, has an enrollment of over 300 students, and has plans to further expand the business. Kevin also wants to expand into neighboring cities such as Del, Rio, Carrizo and Uvalde and would like to create a class for children with special needs.
The knowledge the SBDC has is not something you can pick up by reading a book. This only comes from experience.”
Highlights
- Business Expansion
- SBA Loan: $1.1 Million
- Jobs Created: 4
- Jobs Retained: 8
After looking into options for expansion, Dawn was referred to the San Antonio SBDC by a friend. She was interested in purchasing her current building and land, remodeling, and putting in a water well.
With the help of the SBDC, Dawn was able purchase the real estate the practice was built on, and began planning for further structural expansion. She hopes to bring on an associate veterinarian in the near future to help with growing the practice.
Trying to decipher loan offers was overwhelming. With my advisor’s help I was able to get fantastic loan package and refinance old startup debt for a lower rate.”
Highlights
- Business Startup
- Owner Investment: $157,108
- SBA 7(a) Loan: $1,035,800
- Jobs Created: 8
business tenure, and was voted Top Entrepreneur by BigAustin in 2005. She is a bit of a serial entrepreneur, and after selling her last business to a national pet store chain, she looked into other options for starting or expanding a business.
Her husband Tim is an experienced and well-respected designer and manufacturing consultant for medical implant devices. When the couple learned that a spinal medical device company was going out of business they explored options to acquire the manufacturing
Candace and Tim were able to secure the funds and purchase the equipment and a new building for production. The company reported its first quarterly profit this summer, and the couple is looking to expand further by obtaining an ISO-13485 certification.
I originally went to the SBDC to get help with our SBA loan; I continue to go to my SBDC advisor to get advice on long term success.”
Highlights
- Business Startup
- Owner Investment: $500,000
- Commercial Loan: $1.2 Million
- Jobs Created: 5
Recently, he heard an existing water well drilling and septic company was for sale in his native town of Moulton, TX. Dwayne and Melissa began working with the University of Houston-Victoria SBDC for guidance. Business
With the loan they obtained Dwayne and Melissa purchased the business and real estate known as Maresh Drilling Company. This is the first retail business the couple has owned and they are eager to continue growing their business. Dwayne said that since purchasing the company, his phone rings non-stop with new business.
The services we received form the SBDC gave us an opportunity to understand the process associated with buying a previously successful business.”
Highlights
- Business Startup
- Commercial Loan: $168,000
- Increased Sales: $675,000
- Jobs Created: 7
In 2013, his dream became a reality and Manny purchased Lock Doc. Manny contacted the Del Mar College SBDC for assistance before he purchased the business.
After being injured in a motorcycle accident, Manny questioned whether purchasing the business was the right decision. But with the help of the SBDC, Manny and Sandra made the decision to move forward with the acquisition and in early July of 2013, they secured the necessary loans and purchased Lock Doc.
When the time was right, I sought mentorship and guidance from the SBDC. It was a long three and a half years, but we did it.”
Highlights
- Business Expansion
- Commercial Loan: $120,000
- Jobs Created: 4
- Jobs Retained: 12
With the assistance of Business Advisor Norma Rodriguez, Lakeside Pharmacy was able to troubleshoot software issues and develop an employee handbook that included job descriptions and human resource protocols. She also
With the help of the SBDC, Tomas and Ricardo were able to secure a business loan to open two new stores. In addition to Lakeside Pharmacy, Tomas and Ricardo now own the Medical Plaza and Lakeside South Pharmacy. The duo is excited about the success they have experienced so far and look forward to growing their business.
The TAMIU SBDC has great advising and professional services. I am impressed with their wealth of knowledge and team of experts.”
Highlights
- Business Expansion
- ncreased Sales: $77,770
- SBA Loan: $140,000
- Jobs Retained: 2
Maria was referred to the UTPA SBDC for help with financial planning and management. market
Maria and Hugo were approved for an SBA loan, which allowed them to purchase the store building and to perform much needed remodeling. The couple recently began offering summer camps for kids. Combining retail sales and teaching is a natural combination for the Arjonas. They are able to share their love of baking and decorating with children, and reach a new market. One of the students recently won second place for a wedding cake in the That Takes the Cake competition in Austin.
The UTPA SBDC has outstanding customer service, and with their help, I am now the proud owner of a building in historical downtown Weslaco.”
