Kassidy E. Jones
Director of Loan Servicing & Technical Assistance
SBAC is pleased to announce the promotion of Kassidy E. Jones to Director of Loan Servicing & Technical Assistance.
Kassidy will lead the Servicing Department, which includes ongoing support services for small business clients.
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Carmentha McCall
In addition, Carmentha McCall has been promoted to Commercial Loan Closer. In this role, Carmentha will oversee the closing and funding of SBAC’s small business loan programs.
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Mane Focus Hair Salon’s owner, Chelsea Nasso, talks about how her journey from a dream to a thriving Savannah business was made possible through the strategic support of SBAC and SBDC. After struggling to secure traditional financing, SBAC guided them through the requirements and connected them with the SBDC to help prepare a business proposal and market analysis.
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This support helped the salon secure a SBA Community Advantage Loan (CA) and expand from a solo operation to a full team at its new Eisenhower Drive location. Chelsea credits SBAC as a long-term champion for their success by providing resources, connections, and continuous encouragement.
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Benefits of an SBA Community Advantage Loan (CA)
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The SBA Community Advantage Loan (CA) is a high-impact financing solution designed to help small business owners, who may not qualify for traditional bank loans, obtain the capital they need to grow.
This program offers accessible funding, flexible terms, and the added benefit of guidance through technical support.
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SBAC offers CA loans up to $350,000, and the funds can be used for everything from working capital to expansions, making it a versatile tool for building long-term stability.
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November Technical Assistance (TA) Tip:
Manage Your Holiday Cash Flow
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The holidays can boost sales but also strain cash.
One tangible step: create a weekly cash flow tracker. Track what’s coming in, what’s going out, and set aside enough to cover January’s slower season.
Strong cash management ensures your holiday success doesn’t turn into New Year’s stress.
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Small Business Saturday is November 29th!
Shop Small and Support Small Businesses in Our Area.
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Now more than ever, small businesses are relying on our support. Join SBAC, the SBA, the City of Savannah, and numerous organizations across the nation in celebrating the essential contributions of small businesses to our communities. Save the date for November 29, Small Business Saturday, and make a meaningful impact by choosing to shop local.
Discover participating local businesses for Small Business Saturday!
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Small Steps Workshop:
Finance Your Business With SBAC
Grow your business with SBAC’s Small Steps Loan Program. Start small and achieve big success.
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Join our workshop to explore SBAC's Small Steps Loan Program, designed to provide small businesses with incremental funding for growth. Learn how to leverage this opportunity for your business success.
When: Tuesday, December 16, 2025
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The Big Savannah Toy Drive is BACK!
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SBAC Resource Partner Workshops and Events!
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Our resource partners provide business classes, networking events, and other support to help small businesses thrive. Explore our list to learn how their upcoming events and services can benefit your business.
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Our offices will close at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, November 26, and will reopen on Monday, December 1, during our regular business hours. We wish you a safe and enjoyable holiday!
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