UH SBDC is a program of the UH C.T. Bauer College of Business and a resource partner of the U.S....
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UH SBDC is a program of the UH C.T. Bauer College of Business and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. The SBDC is partially funded by the US SBA. SBA’s funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions, or services. SBA-funded programs are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis.
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UH SBDC is a program of the UH C.T. Bauer College of Business and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. The SBDC is partially funded by the US SBA. SBA’s funding is not
an endorsement of any products, opinions, or services. SBA-funded programs are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis.
Procurement Procurement AssistanceAssistance
How the University of How the University of Houston Procurement Houston Procurement Technical Assistance Technical Assistance
Center (PTAC) can Center (PTAC) can help you sell to the help you sell to the
government.government.
Jacqueline TaylorUniversity of Houston
SBDC Network
Frustrated?Frustrated?
….by government requirements, regulations or red tape?
We can help!We can help!Core Services:
Free one-on-one consulting
Low-cost workshops and seminars
Find opportunities….Find opportunities….Bid Match Service:
Daily notices of bid opportunities specifically matched to your company’s capabilities
90-day trial subscription
Market your Market your company….company….Database Registration:
CCR
PRO-Net
SUB-Net
VETBIZ VIP
Level the playing Level the playing field….field….Certification Programs:
SBA’s SDB
State of Texas HUB
SBA’s 8(a) Business Development
City of Houston
WBEA/HMBC
Prepare bids and Prepare bids and proposals….proposals….“Insider” Information:
Specs and standards
Federal Acquisition
Regulations Procurement histories
Cost accounting
Quality assurance
Enhance Your Enhance Your Capabilities…Capabilities…Responsive
Responsible
Persistent
How the University of How the University of Houston Small Houston Small
Business Business Development Center Development Center Network (UH SBDC) Network (UH SBDC) can help you take can help you take
your business to the your business to the next levelnext level
James B. EvansUniversity of Houston
SBDC Network
SBDC ConsultingSBDC Consulting
SBDC ServicesSBDC Services
Consulting Training seminars Determined by age of the
company
The Business PlanThe Business Plan -A Well Written Plan 14-18 Pages--A Well Written Plan 14-18 Pages-
Target market Competition
Management teamFinancial requirements
Financial SourcesFinancial SourcesOwner’s Resources
Private Investors
Commercial Banks -with SBA Guaranty -without
Family & Friends
Commercial BanksCommercial Banks
Credit history Lines of credit Term loans Equity requirements of the
commercial bank
SBDC’s RoleSBDC’s Role Organization of the required
information Structure of the loan
1. Loan amount2. Pricing3. Purpose of the loan
Financial narrative Referral to a funding source
4. Term of the loan5. Source of
repayment6. Collateral
How the University of How the University of Houston International Houston International Trade Center (ITC) can Trade Center (ITC) can help you sell to foreign help you sell to foreign
markets.markets.
Carlos J. LópezUniversity of Houston
SBDC Network
International TradeInternational Trade
International Trade International Trade Center ServicesCenter Services
Seminars and special events One-on-one advising sessions International Business Plan Development Networking Opportunities (local and
foreign) Potential business leads Export loan packaging
Steps to EnterSteps to EnterForeign MarketsForeign Markets
Assess export readiness Identify top market(s) Develop market entry strategy Strategy implementation
Key Market IndicatorsKey Market Indicators Political and economic stability Foreign exchange availability Level of development and
industrialization Infrastructure Population demographics Import barriers (tariff and non tariff)
Key Market IndicatorsKey Market Indicators
Market size and per capita income Public sector size and indebtedness Political environment Country’s laws and regulations Country’s protection of local industry Other
Sources of Sources of International Business International Business
InformationInformation University of Houston International Trade Center
Government Libraries Internet Industry and trade associations Industry trade journals and publications Other exporters of related products
Sources of Sources of International Business International Business
InformationInformation International Bankers/CPAs Competitor’s publications International trade shows Foreign consulates in Houston Customized market research services Overseas contacts
Questions?Questions?James Evans, Business Consulting and Finance
Jacqueline Taylor, Procurement
Carlos J. López, International Trade
UH SBDC is a program of the UH C.T. Bauer College of Business and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. The SBDC is partially funded by the US SBA. SBA’s funding is not
an endorsement of any products, opinions, or services. SBA-funded programs are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis.
