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North Dakota offers plenty of opportunities for startup owners looking for a headquarters location. The state has more than 45 million acres of land but is home to only a little over 765,000 residents. Those numbers translate to roughly 50 acres of land per person, a...
SBA Updates Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Paycheck Protection Program Program
In our dedication to keep small businesses informed during the Coronavirus pandemic, Lewis & Clark Development Group is sharing the following information from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), along with these helpful and important links... - Program...
North Dakota Opportunity Fund announces disaster assistance loans for small businesses impacted by Coronavirus pandemic
In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the North Dakota Opportunity Fund (NDOF) Steering Committee has approved a disaster assistance loan program for small businesses located in the consortium communities that are adversely impacted by the pandemic. ...
LCD Group Offices Closed Until Further Notice Due to Coronavirus Outbreak
In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Lewis & Clark Development Group has closed its offices to the public until further notice. All LCD Group employees are available to assist via email and telephone. Please visit www.lcdgroup.org/about for a...
SBA approves Disaster Declaration for North Dakota Small Businesses Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic
The staff and board members of Lewis & Clark Development Group want you to be aware that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved a Disaster Declaration for North Dakota small businesses affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Businesses...
In response to Coronavirus Pandemic, SBA revises criteria for small businesses seeking Disaster Assistance Loans
Today, in response the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) and to minimize the economic disruption of the nation’s 30 million small businesses, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued revised criteria for states and territories seeking an economic injury...
“I’m very fortunate to have a job I love.” Anderson promoted to operations director.
The title is operations director. It just as easily could be train conductor. It is a position that requires organization, mastery of detail, and management of many moving parts. Admittedly, the position is not for everyone. So when the job opens up you look hard to...
Don’t Get Caught Off-Guard: Learn the Hidden Costs of Starting a Business
There are as many as 30.2 million small businesses across the country. Starting a successful small business that will last, however, takes considerable work. Just half of small business last five years or more. Even world-famous Macy's founder R.H. Macy started seven...
LCD Group receives over $400,000 in funding for flexible grants
Earlier this month, NeighborWorks America announced that it awarded more than $74 million in flexible grants to its 239 chartered nonprofit organizations. This fiscal-year (FY) 2020 grant funding (appropriated through the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020)...
Martin promoted to commercial loan processor
A familiar face to many lenders and LCD Group clients will be moving into a new role within the organization. Dorothy Martin has recently been promoted to serve as LCD Group's new commercial loan processor. As administrative assistant since 2013, Martin has...
