More About UTSA's COVID Business Recovery Accelerator
Shortly after COVID-19 struck Texas, UTSA's Institute for Economic Development launched the Small Business Development Center COVID Business Recovery Accelerator to help small businesses weather the financial hardships caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
The recovery accelerator is the only one of its kind in Texas designed to help stabilize and rebuild the small business economy. Funded by a $1.2 million grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration, it serves small businesses in Bexar County and 10 surrounding counties by providing counseling and resources to pursue loans from the financial industry and to begin recovering from the economic impact of the pandemic.
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Success Stories
Parlevel Systems
Founded by pioneering technology professionals (including one UTSA alumni) based in San Antonio, Texas, Parlevel Systems is a provider of innovative vending technology tools for the food and beverage industries. Their products bring cloud computing, just-in-time inventory management and data analytics to the vending machine industry that optimizes deliveries and product offerings while increasing profitability. Parlevel Systems went from being a start-up to a successful exporting company with a global presence in 22 countries and represents a great example of how SBDCs successfully help local businesses start, grow and thrive.
Hayward Gaude Photography | Making the Best of Times During COVID-19
Hayward and Shannon Gaude own Hayward Gaude Photography and have been clients of the UTSA SBDC since 2013 and in business for over 10 years. The Gaudes tragically lost their family’s visual legacy during Hurricane Katrina, which spurred their relocation to San Antonio. The Hayward’s experience gives them a unique connection with their clients and a deep understanding of the priceless meaning behind portrait photography.
Dixie Flag & Banner Company
A legacy client of UTSA SBDC since 1993, Dixie Flag and Banner Company has experienced exponential growth since Chairman Henry “Pete” Van de Putte, Jr. first received assistance on an SBA loan that would finance expansion into a 13,000 square-foot facility. A manufacturer of flags and banners since 1958, the company has evolved into a trusted industry leader and its work can be seen across some of the most esteemed and recognized venues in the U.S.
Filters4Air | David Dilling, President
Since 1995, Filtration Products has manufactured air filters for HVAC systems. The company is owned by David Dilling. Other companies in San Antonio resell air filters, but Filtration Products is the only manufacturer of filters in South Texas. The company’s products are used in professional office buildings, retail centers, hotels, restaurants, and hospitals, and are sold to distribution companies and air conditioning service companies as well as individual homeowners. The pleated air filters are of high quality and can be manufactured in any size needed for every business application.
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News and Media
KRGV (ABC) Harlingen October 2, 2020
UTSA offering help for small businesses in Rio Grande Valley
UTSA Today September 24, 2020
UTSA's Business Recovey Accelerator provides solutions on road to recovery
KSAT June 29, 2020
UTSA Institute for Economic Development launches recovery accelerator to help businesses stay afloat
FOXSanAntonio May 26, 2020
Bilingual helpline launched for West Side business owners struggling during pandemic
Spectrum News April 29, 2020
UTSA Offers Business Resources Across Texas During Pandemic
Express News April 27, 2020
San Antonio, Bexar County leaders hustling to develop best phased-in reopening plan
Rivard Report April 26, 2020
Week 11 in Review: San Antonio by the numbers
Rivard Report April 20, 2020
