News Category: Small Business

Martin’s Handmade Pretzels Receives Statewide SBDC Phoenix Award

Martin’s Handmade Pretzels rose from the ashes to produce its renowned delectables at a larger scale and for more customers. Aptly, the company’s owner, Josiah Martin, received the 2025 Phoenix Award presented by the New York State Small Business Development Center at a small ceremony held August 11 in Moira.

Jul

Moira-Based Martin’s Handmade Pretzels Locks Down North Country SBDC Award

A rapidly growing local food manufacturing company is being recognized by the North Country Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at SUNY Canton.

Mar

SUNY Canton SBDC Updates Name to Highlight North Country Business Services

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has changed its identity to better reflect its true service area and client focus. The SUNY Canton SBDC will now be known as the North Country SBDC at SUNY Canton, serving small and medium sized businesses in St. Lawrence, Franklin, Clinton, Essex, Hamilton, Warren, and Washington Counties.

Nov

SUNY Canton SBDC holds Workers Compensation and Labor Laws Workshops Nov. 5 and 6

North Country employers will have the chance to learn about workers’ compensation and New York State Department of Labor services at workshops hosted by the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center.

Oct

SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center Honors Akwesasne Construction Company

AM Equipment LLC was recently honored as the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) 2024 Growth Company of the Year. The award was presented to owner Andre White by New York SBDC State Director Sonya Smith at a reception on Thursday, September 26, in Akwesasne.

Sep

Akwesasne Construction Company Recognized by the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center

A rapidly growing Akwesasne construction company is being recognized by the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) as the 2024 Growth Company of the Year. AM Equipment, LLC, owned by Andre White, will be presented with the award on Thursday, Sept. 26, in Akwesasne.

Oct

Assistance Available to Start Your Own Home-based Child Care Business

“If you’re thinking about becoming a home-based child care provider, this is the way to go.” As Rebecca Peck explains it, the opportunity to participate in the St. Lawrence County Family Child Care Training Program was the answer to making a dream true.

Sep

High Peaks Winery Wins Statewide Rural Business Award

A thriving area winery received one of only eight awards presented by the New York State Small Business Development Center (SBDC).

Jun

SUNY Canton Diversity and Orientation Director Opens New Hair Salon

Seasons Beauty Supply Store & Salon recently opened in Potsdam to build community and offer much-needed services for the North Country's growing minority populations.

Jul

SUNY Canton Partners with Area Agencies to Increase Childcare Options

A new partnership between SUNY Canton and several area agencies works to address a regional childcare shortage through a Family Child Care Training Program.

May

SLC Chamber Honors VanderZee and SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center with Appreciation Awards

The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce hosted their Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 12, 2022 with board of directors and membership virtually present. The business meeting included updates on priorities for the County Chamber in 2022, presentation of the annual budget, and elections of new board members and officers. The meeting also provided an opportunity for two appreciation awards.

Apr

Chancellor Malatras and NYS SBDC Interim Director Tammy Morrow Joint Statement on Ward Lumber Transitioning Ownership to Employees with Help of SUNY Canton

Ward Lumber has been a North Country community staple for more than a century. We are immensely proud that our SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center pinpointed a problem and then worked closely with Ward Lumber to secure down payment capital to transition ownership to employees, save more than 50 jobs, and ensure that a 130-year-old business would remain intact.

Nov

SUNY Canton SBDC Posts $22 Million in Economic Impact, Expands Resources

The SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has played a vital role in helping north country businesses throughout the pandemic and continues to expand its services.

Oct

North Country Native and Serial Entrepreneur to Speak at Women's Business Bootcamp Luncheon

Canton native Nicole Thew Samolis, founder and president of three successful Syracuse companies, will share her entrepreneurial journey at the Women’s Business Bootcamp Luncheon.

Apr

Local Women Share ‘Secrets of Success’ at SBDC Women’s Business Bootcamp

The Women’s Business Bootcamp, hosted by the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center (SBDC), will provide an opportunity to hear about the successes of area woman business owners. “Secrets of My Success – and Mistakes I’ve Made Along the Way” will be a panel discussion where woman entrepreneurs will share their experiences.

Apr

SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center Assistant Director Appointed to North Country Regional Economic Development Council

New York State Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has appointed Assistant Director of the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Angela Smith to the North Country Regional Economic Development Council (NCREDC).

Oct

SUNY Canton Assumes Operations of Plattsburgh Small Business Development Center

The Clinton County Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has relocated to Clinton Community College. There will be an official ribbon cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 26, in the Ronald B. Stafford Center atrium, followed by tours of the SBDC offices in the Pines Cottage.

Oct

SBDC Women’s Business Bootcamp Focuses on Management, Leadership and Delegation

The SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will offer leadership solutions and managerial strategies for area entrepreneurs at their Women’s Business Bootcamp.