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Partnerships that strengthen local businesses help attract new development
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Yakima Herald-Republic - Washington State
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Economic development doesn’t happen overnight, and it rarely happens without challenges along the way. Recruiting major new employers is a complex process — one that requires persistence, trust and strong partnerships to overcome the unexpected....
Owner: Blethen Family
The New Age of Entrepreneurship: 70 to 79
The entrepreneurial urge doesn’t necessarily diminish with age. As people live and work longer , more are choosing to start a business in their 70s. These emerging septuagenarian entrepreneurs share many motives with younger counterparts. They...
Owner: Evangelos Marinakis
Corporate giants back 2025 Abuja trade fair to empower women entrepreneurs
Nigeria’s women entrepreneurs are set for a major boost as top corporate brands throw their weight behind the 2025 Abuja Trade Fair. Organisers have confirmed that First Bank of Nigeria will serve as the headline sponsor, while Amstel Malta, MTN,...
Owner: Frank Aigbogun
Advans eyes East Africa in new SME growth strategy
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 19 – Global microfinance group Advans is betting on Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as the next frontier for economic growth, with plans to expand into East Africa — a region fast emerging as the continent’s...
Owner: Kirubi Family
Small businesses are being crushed by Trump’s tariffs and economists say it’s a warning for the economy
Picnic Time CEO Paul Cosaro, shown in a gray shirt, with his family outside of the company’s headquarters. Handout Paul Cosaro’s family business, Picnic Time, was started 43 years ago by his father, an Italian immigrant on a mission to sell...
Owner: Africa Business News Pty Ltd
Cathy Hobbs named Entrepreneur of the Year by Ulster Regional Chamber of Commerce
HIGHLAND, N.Y. — Five-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, interior designer, and home staging expert Cathy Hobbs was named the county’s Entrepreneur of the Year by the Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce. Hobbs is the founder of the...
Owner: Randall D. Smith & Heath Freeman
Small Business Week: The Local Advantage with Peterborough County
Small businesses are considered the backbone of the local economy, and Peterborough County’s Economic Development and Tourism teams have launched a new program to lend a helping hand. ‘The Local Advantage’ is a monthly drop-in series designed to...
Owner: Jon Pole & Andrew Dickson
Could You Be a CEO? Young Entrepreneurs Academy accepting applications through Nov. 30
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Got a bold idea for a robot-run, bio-efficient restaurant? Dreaming of gadgets that could revolutionize the food industry—or even the world? If you’re a high school student with big ambitions and a business mindset, the Young...
Owner: Newhouse Family
Just 14,000 small businesses registered out of 425,000 in Jamaica - study
A study conducted by MasterCard indicates that while there are 425,000 small businesses in Jamaica, only 14,000 are registered. The study also revealed that there are 418,000 sole entrepreneurs in the country. It noted that the ones who have...
Owner: RJRGLEANER Communications Group
How Dedicated Server Hosting Can Benefit You for Your Small Business
If you are a small business owner, then you need to understand one thing – you are living in the 21st century. That means you need to do whatever it takes to digitalize your business properly. The behavior and mentality of people have changed, and...
Owner: Non-transparent
Wheaton hosts small business showcase with participation from State Rep. Amy Grant
On October 17, 2025, local leaders and business owners gathered in Downtown Wheaton for the Wheaton Works Small Business Showcase & Walking Tour. Illinois State Representative Amy Grant participated in the event, alongside Dr. Casey Mulligan and...
Owner: Brian Timpone
Pseudo-journalism: Pink-slime
NH's Business: An entrepreneurs story transporting dogs & cats across U.S. & Canada, door-to-door
NH's Business: An entrepreneurs story transporting dogs & cats across U.S. & Canada, door-to-door BUSINESS. I’M FRED KOCHER A SIGN OF THE TIMES. THERE ARE A LOT MORE ENTREPRENEURS ACROSS THE U.S. THIS YEAR. AN HISTORIC 19% INCREASE, ESPECIALLY...
Owner: Hearst Family
Local business leader inspires students through STEP presentation
Body On October 14, Springfield High School’s STEP (Student Transitional Employment Program) class, taught by Jenni King, welcomed a special guest speaker—Justin Amburgey, operator and franchise owner of Chick-fil-A Holland, on Airport Highway....
Owner: Adam & Chet Welch
Small Business Opportunities with Low Startup Cost
Can anyone start a business with a small amount of money or no money at all? Let us discover! Ever caught yourself scrolling through your feed and seeing people launching small online businesses, thinking, “I wish I could do that too, but I don’t...
Owner: Richard Henderson
SME National Fund moves to recover KD10mln debts
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: Minister of Commerce and Industry Khalifa Al-Ajeel says the National Fund for Small and Medium Enterprises Development continues to support entrepreneurs, who represent a fundamental pillar of national economic development,...
Owner: Ahmed Al-Jarallah
Waves Market: The Bridge Between Pepperdine and the Malibu Community
Students strolling around Waves Market in Mullins Towns Square on Sept. 23. Over thirty small businesses sell their products at Waves Market. Photos by Jordan Baquiran What began as a farmer’s market in 2018 has evolved into a bi-monthly...
Owner: Pepperdine University
Local partnerships keep Creston strong through uncertain times
From financing small businesses to funding student dreams, Creston’s community spirit remains its greatest asset Global markets may shift and headlines may change, but in Creston, stability is built through something far more personal: community...
Owner: Todd Carpenter & Canso Investment Counsel
Utility Trailers Are a Smart Investment for Small Business Owners, Here’s What You Should Know
Small businesses rely on tools and equipment that make daily operations more efficient and productive. Choosing the right equipment can save time, reduce costs, and improve results. Utility trailers have become a vital resource for business owners...
Owner: Jordan French
October Is Cybersecurity Awareness Month—Is Your Business Protected?
Cyberattacks are on the rise, and small businesses are primary targets. From ransomware that can shut down operations overnight to phishing scams aimed at stealing customer data, local South Coast Region businesses are facing threats that were...
Small Businesses Go Digital: How Social Media Is Powering Nigeria’s MSME Revolution Amid Deep Digital Gaps
1 In the face of rising inflation, weak consumer spending, and mounting operating costs, Nigeria’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are finding new lifelines in technology—especially social media. From Instagram and TikTok to WhatsApp...
Owner: James Ibori