The Rota Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the Northern Marianas College played a key role in empowering student entrepreneurs during the Shark Tank Competition held on May 9, 2025 at the Dr. Rita H. Inos Jr./Sr. High School campus. This student competition was the result of a collaborative effort between Rota SBDC Director Charlene
Saipan, MP – The CNMI Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network at the Northern Marianas College proudly supported the CNMI Department of Commerce in delivering the sold-out workshop “What to Expect When You’re Exporting” on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the Crowne Plaza Resort Saipan. The Department of Commerce fully sponsored and facilitated the event, reaffirming its commitment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, April 24, 2025 With the 2025 CNMI Industry Day right around the corner, the CNMI Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, hosted by the Northern Marianas College, is reminding all participating businesses to come equipped with three critical tools that will help them stand out and connect with incoming federal and military
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, April 16, 2025 A Complimentary Workshop in Conjunction with CNMI Industry Day The CNMI Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network at the Northern Marianas College, in collaboration with the CNMI Department of Commerce, is proud to present a special workshop titled “What to Expect When You’re Exporting” on Friday, May 2, 2025,
The CNMI Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network at the Northern Marianas College, in partnership with the Commonwealth Bureau of Military Affairs (CBMA), Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), and Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), invites businesses across the Commonwealth to participate in the 2025 CNMI Industry Day. This multi-island event aims to provide local businesses
The CNMI Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network at the Northern Marianas College successfully concluded Part 1 of its Federal Contracting 101 training series, equipping local businesses with practical knowledge and resources to enter the federal marketplace. The training, led by expert business consultant Sixto K. Igisomar, provided attendees with step-by-step guidance on setting up
(Saipan, CNMI) The CNMI Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network at the Northern Marianas College is pleased to announce its upcoming no-cost training, “Federal Contracting 101”, designed to equip local businesses with the foundational knowledge needed to successfully pursue federal contracting opportunities. Led by business consultant Sixto K. Igisomar, this training will focus on the essential
Three professionals from the CNMI Small Business Development Center at Northern Marianas College were recently highlighted in Guam Business Journal (GBJ)’s 40 Under Forty, a competitive list of young leaders selected amongst a diverse group from across the region. CNMI SBDC’s Charlene M. Ogo, Mercilynn K. Palec, and Roman M. Tudela were included in their
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, October 24, 2024 (Tinian, MP) The Tinian Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the Northern Marianas College, in collaboration with the Commonwealth Economic Development Authority (CEDA), successfully hosted a comprehensive training session on loan programs aimed at empowering local small businesses. Held at the NMC Tinian Center, the event brought together business
Nominations are being accepted for the 2025 National #SmallBusinessWeek Awards, which recognize the achievements of small businesses and their contributions to America’s economy. The deadline is no later than 4pm ET on December 5. More here: www.sba.gov/nsbw. To obtain direct information for our area, please visit Guam Branch Office Awards | U.S. Small Business Administration (sba.gov). Attached are
The CNMI Small Business Development Center (CNMI SBDC) Network comprises the CNMI SBDC lead center located in Saipan, the Rota SBDC, and Tinian SBDC. CNMI SBDC Network is partially funded by a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Northern Marianas College. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Requests for reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with at least two weeks advance notice. For arrangements, please contact your local SBDC at P.O.Box 501250 Saipan, MP 96950, Tel: (670) 237-6888, or email adelpha.magofna@marianas.edu. Services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis.
