https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk This is a brief virtual tour of the Small Business Administrations investment programs for small businesses. the SBIC is designed to promote private and public funding for organizations that promote economic growth in the United States. en-us 2016-10-19 01:18:43 UTC 2025-11-02 12:35:39 UTC hello@padlet.com jbrazie https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134555907 The program for analysis will be the SBA's investment programs for small businesses for economic growth and stimulation. ]]> 2016-11-01 17:04:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134555907 jbrazie https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134557266 The specific program for this study will be the Small Business Investment Company (SBIC).  It is a program that the U.S. Government utilizes to promote small business growth with the assistance of private investor(s) and the U.S. Treasury.]]> 2016-11-01 17:07:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134557266 jbrazie https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134559565 The United States Economy suffered sluggish growth for several years in the beginning of 2016, with a increased growth rate in the second half.  For the past few years, U.S. economic growth has been slow and investment into America's economy is critical for development of a tax base to support social programs such as emergency services and education.  ]]> 2016-11-01 17:13:15 UTC https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134559565 jbrazie https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134561597 The inputs for this program involve the use of private and governmental funding.  For each $1 invested by a private company the U.S. Government invests $2, with oversight conducted by the SBA. The SBIC also provides material support in training and an investment strategy for the potential small business. ]]> 2016-11-01 17:18:05 UTC https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134561597 jbrazie https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134566358 The activities for the SBIC's and Small Businesses are monitored for compliance with Federal Laws and Regulations through examinations of policies and procedures to promote growth and development with compliant companies (SBIC's) and small businesses. ]]> 2016-11-01 17:29:15 UTC https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134566358 jbrazie https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134575261 After successful examination of investors and investments, the SBA- SBIC program authorizes the releases of funding to begin development for small businesses. ]]> 2016-11-01 17:50:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134575261 jbrazie https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134575387 The results of investments are measured through a variety of variables to include the impact(s) of investments. ]]> 2016-11-01 17:50:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134575387 jbrazie https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134575474 The Impact Investment Program is designed to provide additional funding to organizations that not only maximize returns to investors, but also enhance the social, environmental, and economic impact of their returns of investments (ROI's).  Corporations that provide a significant impact to the above mentioned variables are provided additional funding when it promotes impact in specific demographics or geographical areas (Underserved Communities, Rural communities, Energy-Savings investments, and SBIR/STTR grant recipients). ]]> 2016-11-01 17:50:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134575474 jbrazie https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134575538 The Small Business Administration provides specific information about the current requirements and position of their investment programs.  The definitions and expectations are clearly outlined in this section with guidelines for all parties. ]]> 2016-11-01 17:50:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jbrazie/4a0hfp1lhdhk/wish/134575538