Allen Thomas on SBA’s Role in Disaster Recovery and Supporting N.C. Entrepreneurs
WPTF Afternoon News · WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680
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Show Notes
Hosts Anthony DeHart and Steve Rao speak with Allen Thomas, Southeast Regional Administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), about the agency’s critical role in disaster recovery following Hurricane Helene and its ongoing support for North Carolina entrepreneurs. Thomas highlights $4 billion in SBA loans to N.C. small businesses over the past four years and discusses the rise of veteran, women-owned, and minority-owned businesses. He also shares insights on how small businesses drive job growth and the importance of balancing incentives for large corporations with investments in local entrepreneurs.