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SBA Offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans for Oregon Small Businesses Affected by Winter Ice Storm
In response to the winter ice storm that struck Oregon from January 12 to January 20, 2024, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has opened Economic Injury Disaster Loans in the following Oregon and Washington counties: Small businesses, agricultural cooperatives, aquaculture businesses, and most private non-profit organizations affected by the disaster are eligible to apply…
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U.S. Commerce Department Announces $13.5 Million to Support U.S. Manufacturers
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced $13.5 million in U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) grants to support 11 Trade Adjustment Assistance Centers (TAACs) that help manufacturers affected by imports adjust to increasing global competition and to create jobs. The TAACs, which each service multiple states/regions, are located in California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts,…
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Tips for Finding a Qualified Tax Professional Before Tax Time
Image by Steve Buissinne from Pixabay Each year thousands of businesses across the Northwest prepare state and federal taxes. However, finding a qualified tax professional can be a daunting process. Here are a few tips for finding a qualified tax professional to help your company efficiently file taxes. The IRS also has several recommendations for…
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Commercial Equipment Company Grows Despite International Competition
Image by Michael Kauer from Pixabay A Northwest commercial equipment manufacturing company, with a reputation for quality and durability, faced intense competition from companies in Asia and Europe. To better compete and grow the company, the CEO contacted NorthwestTAAC and entered the U.S. Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms (TAAF) program. The company’s CEO and NorthwestTAAC developed a strategy to create…
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Rugged Outdoor Gear Company Grows Despite Trade Competition
Image by grebmot from Pixabay Summer is almost here! If you ride, hunt, or fish, there is a good chance you own gear from this family-owned, Northwest manufacturer. This company has been delivering, American-made outdoor gear for both professional and recreational use for decades. However, like many businesses, they faced fierce price competition from imports.…
