Happy New Year from the New England SBA Region
As we welcome 2025, I want to start by expressing how incredibly proud I am of the goals we achieved and the successes we celebrated as the New England SBA regional team in 2024. Through countless hours of technical assistance, we’ve helped small businesses navigate challenges and seize opportunities. Our lending programs have supported entrepreneurs in starting and growing their dreams, while our incredible partners have expanded our reach, ensuring our resources touch more small businesses than ever before. Together, we’ve hosted impactful events that uplift and highlight business owners and entrepreneurs, and we’ve shared inspiring stories of resilience and success that remind us why our mission matters.
To our incredible small business community, partners, future entrepreneurs, and community-based organizations across New England: your unwavering dedication, resilience, and innovation are the driving forces behind our shared success. It is an honor to serve with my team for you—to support your growth, celebrate your achievements, and champion your contributions to our communities and economy.
Under the leadership of President Biden and Administrator Isabel Guzman, the SBA has continued to invest in the New England region, providing resources, support, and a clear vision for empowering small businesses. Their commitment to our region has been instrumental in driving growth, fostering innovation, and building stronger, more resilient local economies.
I am personally proud to have led an extraordinary team here in the New England region—our district directors and their dedicated teams have worked tirelessly to make a real impact. Thank you for your leadership, your passion, and your commitment to serving our small businesses every day. To my office team, your support and countless hours of dedication do not go unnoticed. I am deeply grateful for all you do.
To our small businesses: you are the reason we exist. You are the employers, the backbone, and the soul of our economy and our communities. Our mission is clear—to strengthen and support you, to amplify your successes, and to ensure you have the tools you need to thrive.
We do this work because we care, because we believe in the power of small businesses to change lives and uplift communities.
Here’s to a 2025 filled with success, growth, and endless opportunities.
Together, we’ll continue to build a stronger, more inclusive economy for all.
With gratitude and optimism,
Sandra Cano
Regional Administrator
SBA New England
