By the Numbers: Our Impact in Year
In 2024, our team:
Served more than 300 clients— providing tailored advising, resources, and support.
Helped launch about 40 new businesses— bringing fresh ideas and jobs into our island communities.
Secured $ 660K in capital infusion— through loans, grants, and equity investments for small businesses.
Delivered about 1.2K hours of one-on-one business advising— empowering entrepreneurs with personalized guidance.
At the Pacific Islands Small Business Development Center Network( PISBDCN), we believe that every number tells a story— and every story represents a business owner taking bold steps toward their goals. From startup dreamers to seasoned entrepreneurs, we’ ve been honored to support clients across Guam, Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of Palau, and the Republic of Marshall Islands over the past year.
Here’ s a closer look at the impact we’ ve made together:
Key Highlights
Hosted 97 workshops and training sessions on topics ranging from financial literacy to digital marketing.
Engaged 1.3K workshop participants who gained skills to grow and sustain their businesses.
Each number reflects a collective effort to build stronger, more resilient local economies.
We’ ve identified the top areas where clients sought our assistance:
1. Business Plan Development – crafting clear, funder-ready plans
2. Access to Financing – preparing loan packages, connecting with lenders
3. Marketing Strategy – improving online presence, branding, and customer reach
What Our Clients Needed Most
Reaching Across the Pacific
Our impact spans across multiple island jurisdictions:
• 74 % of clients in Guam
• 11 % in the Federated States of Micronesia
• 7 % in Palau
• 8 % in the Republic of the Marshall Islands
Despite the geographic challenges, our team continues to expand outreach through virtual advising, online workshops, and collaborations with local partners.
A Future Built Together
We are deeply proud of these milestones— and even more excited for what’ s ahead. As we continue to walk alongside small business owners, we remain committed to providing high-quality advising, resources, and training to help businesses not only survive, but thrive.
Are you ready to start or grow your business? Contact us today for a free consultation and let’ s build something great together.
4. Financial Management – bookkeeping, cash flow projections, understanding financials
5. Licensing & Permits – navigating complex regulatory requirements
Our advisors worked closely with each client to address these needs, offering tailored solutions every step of the way.
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