Carl Hadden MBA CME

Regional Director at the Florida SBDC at the University of South Florida

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

‼️ Today, our @FloridaSBDCN Mobile Assistance Center (MAC) is setup and ready to serve #HurricaneDebby victims from 9am-7pm at the Lakewood Ranch Library in @ManateeGov 👉 Stop by or tell a fellow business owner!
@GSCC

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

Today, @FLACommerce and the @FLSERT activated the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to Hurricane Debby. ‼️🌧️ Business owners can self-report physical and economic damage caused by #HurricaneDebby. ➡️ Complete survey here: https://t.co/W51bAEeY5f

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

Our office we had an amazing visit today by Congresswoman Laurel Lee's dedicated district director and staff. 🙌 Thank you to Daniel Leyte-Vidal and the team for stopping by to learn about the big impact that our local small businesses contribute to Florida's economy. 🤩

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

We're celebrating National Small Business Week with food, fun, vendors and networking at the USF Baseball and Softball games on 4.26.24. Join us at this free event to celebrate #entrepreneurship in #TampaBay. Register today for your free tickets at https://t.co/O3otoW4mNR.

[Carl Hadden MBA CME @Carl_SBDC]

My wife and I joined the @USFalumniAssn Polk Chapter for a #StampedeOfService volunteer opportunity.
I had onion chopping duty which made me look more emotional than I was. 🥹
Many veggies come from Lighthouse’s onsite hydroponic garden.
#GoBulls
@USFMuma
@USouthFlorida

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

Spreading holiday cheer and celebrating a year of #collaboration, growth, and success at our Florida SBDC at USF holiday party last week! 🎄✨ On December 8th, our SBDC team had a blast exchanging gifts, sharing laughter, and strolling through the enchanting @GardensUsf 🪴

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

We're at USF CONNECT's Building Entrepreneurship Around Tampa Bay event! 💼✨ Check out our Regional Director, @carlhadden, as he joins the panelists to speak about the resources available to small businesses in our #TampaBay region.

👉 Visit our site: https://t.co/Pci7YkFWSk

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

On this #NationalAPEXDay, we were visited by Sonia Oliva and Dwyane Tyree from @generaldynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) for an amazing presentation and Q&A ‼️ Don't miss our last #GovCon Networking Breakfast of the year, on 11/09! Stay tuned: https://t.co/CruxJJfmQy

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

FloridaCommerce and the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) has activated the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to #HurricaneIdalia. Survey responses will allow the state to expedite Hurricane Idalia #recovery efforts. Complete the survey at https://t.co/yKQQouCg7c

[Carl Hadden MBA CME @Carl_SBDC]

Don't miss this opportunity to engage with @BassBerrySims Members - Attorney Richard Arnholt and Government Contracts Chair/Attorney Todd Overman to learn about Federal Government Contract Protests!
@GrowFL @FloridaMakes

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

Join us, on June 8, for another #GovCon #Networking Breakfast to gain #insights on how the #federal bid #protest process works and strategies that companies can take to maximize (or limit) the impact of #bid protests. ➡️ Register today at https://t.co/vlV2ZuNire #PTACatUSF

[Carl Hadden MBA CME @Carl_SBDC]

Thank you @LindsayCrossFL for helping us celebrate entrepreneurs and the Florida SBDC at USF professionals who support them throughout the year.
I look forward to seeing you at our next awards luncheon!
@usfsbdc

[Rep. Lindsay Cross @LindsayCrossFL]

Supporting our small businesses at the @usfsbdc business awards celebration luncheon. It takes courage to start your own #smallbusiness and the SBDCs are a phenomenal resource.

Thanks to Johnny Crowder, CEO of #CopeNotes , for his inspiring keynote on #mentalhealth

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

🤩 Congratulations to all of our 2023 Florida SBDC at USF Business Awards winners as well as the SBA South Florida District winners, we can't wait to see what you all accomplish next! 👏 Also, huge thanks to all of our sponsors! #SBDCatUSF #2023SmallBusinessAwards

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

📌 Join us for the next #GovCon Networking Breakfast, where #transportation agencies will discuss the opportunities that short-term and long-term projects, #infrastructure needs, and overall road growth bring for area businesses! Please register at https://t.co/F20xcWk9j6

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

We're back with another #GovernmentContracting Networking Breakfast! Join us as Ms. Denise "DJ" Jackson discusses the 6 CONS mission at MacDill, what they buy, who they support and the First Look Program for small businesses.

Please register at https://t.co/EJL9mMoKL3

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

“My business has grown since working with the Florida SBDC at USF,” Alisha Hinton, owner of Lisha Lou. We love showcasing small businesses that pay it forward to their community, thank you for all that you do Lisha Lou! #SBDCDay Check out the full story at https://t.co/z04j8Ldy2h

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

Check us out! We're here today at the Small Business Day at the Capitol, during #SBDCDay, with Matt from @CrabbyBillsIRB as we showcase the great things that small businesses bring to the table.🤩
#SmallBusinessDayAtTheCapitol #WeLoveSmallBusinesses

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

We're happy to be at the #Capitol today as we continue highlighting the importance of small businesses to our legislative officials.

Bonus: take a look at the @FloridaSBDCN mobile assistance center (MAC) which was deployed to help small businesses recover from Hurricane Ian.

[Carl Hadden MBA CME @Carl_SBDC]

Register today to learn how to to connect with USF purchasing agents and how purchasing decisions are made!

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

📌 Mark your Calendars! Don't miss the #opportunity to join us for our next #GovernmentContracting Networking Breakfast, where we'll be discussing the ins and outs of selling to the University of South Florida, Go Bulls!

Please register at https://t.co/eaGHBmkcJ1

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

Today we are highlighting one of our professionally certified consultants, Pablo Arroyo!
Pablo's specialties include international Trade, Strategic Marketing, and Startup.

Read more about about his expertise and schedule a consultation here: https://t.co/3W13La3NF2

[Florida SBDC at USF @usfsbdc]

Manatee County mobile Business Recovery Center opening tomorrow in Lakewood Ranch. See graphic for additional dates/times. Look for the SBDC RV! @ManateeChamber @26WestCenter