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A Cybersecurity Moment With AI: Double-Check Its Work
AI platforms can be powerful tools, like a smart intern who can handle a lot of your businesses workload, but they still need careful supervision to avoid costly mistakes.
Stop the Spam: How to Spot Scam Emails After Registering for SAM.gov
Many businesses that register in SAM.gov for government contracting or federal assistance and appear in the SBA’s small business search database begin receiving unsolicited emails immediately afterward. Learn how to avoid and spot these scams.
The Future of Your Small Business Depends on Your Cyber Readiness
Over 90% of small businesses were targeted by cyber criminals in 2024. Some businesses survive, but 60% of small businesses who experienced a cyber-attack closed within six months. The good news: simple preparations can make your business a less vulnerable target for cyber criminals.
We’re Hiring! Regional Director, Albany and Carbon Counties
Are you a business expert interested in helping Wyoming entrepreneurs succeed? The Wyoming SBDC Network is hiring a Regional Director for South Central Wyoming, serving Albany and Carbon Counties.
We are Hiring! Procurement Specialist, Wyoming Apex Accelerator
We are hiring a Procurement Specialist for the Wyoming APEX Accelerator to assist small businesses with government contracting.
Power Theory Inc.
Power Theory Inc., a venture launched on the final day of 2023, was established with a mission to make sustainability visible, measurable, and actionable. Armed with a blend of engineering prowess, business acumen, and psychological insight, the team developed the PowerTwin platform—a “digital twin” that transforms complex facilities into intuitive, data-driven ecosystems.
Naming and Branding Your Company: Using Searches to Avoid Hassle and Future Rebrands
Naming and creating brand assets for your company can be fun brainstorming activities. However, many founders learn about marketing as they develop their business. They may not realize that doing some pre-work before naming their company can make it more easily found and more trustworthy to customers. Using free search tools early in the process can help you ensure that your name and brand assets are suitable for your needs.
Welcome! Market Researcher Missy Burns
The Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network is thrilled to welcome Missy Burns to our Market Research team. Based in Park County, Missy brings a wealth of entrepreneurial and marketing experience that will be a tremendous asset to Wyoming’s small businesses.
Retention Strategies That Work: Keeping Talent in a Shifting Workforce
Research shows that effective talent management improves service quality, strengthens loyalty, and drives long-term economic impact. The challenge for small business leaders is to create a tailored “recipe” of conditions that attract, engage, and retain high-quality workers in an era of constant change.
