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Megan Comfort, Small Business Manager at Nevada State Bank, sits down with Steven Snow, Pacific Regional Administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). A former startup employee and founder of an automotive consulting firm, Snow brings a firsthand perspective on the challenges small business owners face. He shares how those early experiences shaped his mission to expand access, reduce regulatory barriers, and support entrepreneurs through evolving SBA programs. From new tools to emerging trends, Snow offers insights into how the SBA is helping businesses grow, adapt, and lead with resilience.
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Chapters
1. Takin' Care of Business(es) (00:00:00)
2. Welcome Steven Snow (00:00:06)
3. From Business Owner to SBA Regional Administrator (00:01:27)
4. Debunking the SBA Stigma (00:05:39)
5. SBA Misconceptions (00:07:02)
6. Government Contracting Opportunities (00:08:04)
7. Free Small Business Resources (00:09:24)
8. You Don't Know What You Don't Know (00:10:26)
9. Get an Outside Perspective (00:12:46)
10. Current Challenges the SBA is Solving For (00:14:06)
11. Made in America Manufacturing (00:16:01)
12. Onshoring Tool to Source Suppliers (00:19:08)
13. Manufacturing Costs, Logistics & Regulations (00:20:05)
14. Expanding Lending Limits to Cater to Domestic Manufacturing (00:22:16)
15. Training a New Generation of Skilled Workers (00:24:12)
16. Red Tape Hotline (00:25:52)
17. The Squeaky Wheel Gets the Grease (00:28:58)
18. Local Government Regulatory Environments (00:30:27)
19. California to Nevada Business Migration (00:33:37)
20. A Diverse Business Landscape (00:34:36)
21. Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Create Efficiencies (00:36:03)
22. How Can the SBA Help with Business Exit Strategies? (00:40:31)
23. Acquiring a Business vs. Starting From Scratch (00:42:14)
24. The Importance of Experience (00:45:04)
25. Keeping the Legacy Alive (00:46:11)
26. Be Prepared (00:48:27)
27. Closing (00:51:07)
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