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Think Big, Start Small: The Story of a Startup

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Virgin Islands, Virgin Gorda and the Florida Keys. Not to mention the fact that Tim’s three co-founders, David Bidwell, John Monterubio and Alex Zajac, all share similar interests in business and the environment. Pictured here, Tim with a mix of ReefCam and University of the Virgin Islands personnel.

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The Complete Guide to SBA Loans

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Small Business Administration was created in 1953 to help Americans start, build and grow their businesses. As an independent agency of the government, the SBA partners with both public and private organizations to deliver its services, including loans. This helps to minimize the risk for both partners and borrowers.

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How to Start a Travel Agency

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“In starting ADDISON Yacht Charters, we began market analysis and business planning efforts a full year before we launched the company in November 2013,” says owner Scott Bessette. Funding for this venture came from a venture capital company which would later become one of our primary partners,” he explains. Angel Investment Guide.