America's SBDC Unveils New Board of Directors for 2025-2026
America's SBDC Unveils New Board of Directors for 2025-2026
In an exciting development for small businesses across the United States, America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has officially announced its Board of Directors for the upcoming 2025-2026 term. This new board, comprising experienced leaders from various sectors, aims to bolster the mission of empowering small enterprises that serve as the backbone of the American economy.
At the helm is Byron Hicks, who serves as the Chair of the board. Hicks, currently the Executive State Director and Assistant Vice Chancellor for the North Carolina SBTDC, expresses his enthusiasm about leading the board, affirming, "I am humbled and excited to be elected Chair of the Board of Directors of America's SBDC. I look forward to working with the new board to move the association forward."
Joining him is Danny Fitzgerald, who will serve as Vice-Chair and is the San Diego Imperial Regional Director. Sonya Smith, the New York State Director, takes on the role of Treasurer, while Elizabeth Gray, PhD, and current New Hampshire State Director, will act as Secretary. The board also includes key figures such as Steve Lawrence, Michele Hockersmith, Marnie Schuschke, Kristin Johnson, Sharon Nichols, J.D. Collins, and **Charles