YOUR BUSINESS GROWTH ECOSYSTEM
SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAMS
Small Business Guaranty Loan Program
Provides loan guarantees to banks and other small business lenders in association with the SSBCI ranging from $5,000 to $1.5 million.
Small and Emerging Business Development Program
Provides for developmental assistance, including entrepreneurial training, marketing, computer skills, accounting, legal and industry-specific assistance.
SBA Small Business Resource Guide
A comprehensive guide for all Louisiana small business resources.
Hudson Initiative
Certification program offers greater access to purchasing and contracting opportunities at the state government level.
Veteran Initiative
Helps veteran-owned and service-connected disabled veteran-owned small businesses gain greater access to purchasing and contracting opportunities at the state level.
Pathway to Assist Veteran Entrepreneurs (PAVE)
Offers Louisiana veterans the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills that are necessary to effectively start or manage a business.