The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that the next quarterly public meetings for the Interagency Task Force (IATF) on Veterans Small Business Development and the Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs (ACVBA) will take place on June 5 and 6. These meetings are important for veteran entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to…
Digital marketing presents a number of challenges for small businesses. One major issue is keeping up with constantly evolving algorithms on platforms like Google and Facebook, which can impact visibility and engagement. MARKETING ANALYTICS SUMMIT 2024 brings together leading experts to teach you how to analyze your data for better outcomes with your marketing efforts.…
Aspiring Gen Z entrepreneurs are finding a unique yet old-fashioned path to business ownership. Specifically, an increasing amount of Gen Zers are turning to trade schools instead of four-year colleges. These programs are seen as practical and lucrative, with a clear path to entrepreneurship. These programs provide a well-paying career path with an average base…
Several clean energy grants are available for small businesses to help with eco-friendly upgrades. But finding the most relevant opportunities and making sense of them can take a lot of time and resources. Now, the federal government is launching a new initiative to help businesses more easily access these funding options. Read about the new…
Resiliency grants support small businesses by offering financial aid to recover from disruptions and build long-term stability. These grants fund emergency preparedness, infrastructure improvements, and business continuity planning. Resiliency grants help small businesses maintain operations during crises, protect jobs, and continue serving their communities by covering costs for repairs, upgrades, and staff training. This assistance…
Citizens has unveiled a new digital solution, Citizens Cash Flow Forecasting, allowing small business owners to predict their cash flow up to 12 months ahead. This tool provides tips, insights, and competitive benchmarking. It enables businesses to compare themselves with similar companies based on geography, revenue, and employee count. This tool addresses a need for…
A small business in Las Vegas is building a large social media following using a unique strategy – giving away cash. Sticky Inky, a printing business that offers various products like stickers and decals, posts videos on their social accounts leading followers on scavenger hunts around the area. Each video starts by showing a sticker…
Orlando, Miami, and Tampa have become hotspots for freelancers, leading the nation in population and revenue growth. This information comes from Fiverr’s 7th Annual Freelance Economic Impact Report. The report also highlights significant growth in cities like Las Vegas and Houston while traditional business hubs like San Francisco and New York show little change. Fiverr’s…
The electric vehicle charging market is largely run by big names like Tesla, Electrify America, and EVgo. But there’s at least one small business breaking into the market early and showing other entrepreneurs what’s possible in this evolving market. Franklin’s Charging currently has two locations in Little Rock and Hot Springs, Arkansas. The owner, Jeff…
Intuit Inc. has announced the launch of the QuickBooks Grant Program. This initiative will provide 20 small business owners with $10,000 each, alongside mentorship resources aimed at fostering their success. This program is a key part of Intuit’s Small Business Success Month, designed to support small businesses with essential tools, resources, and funding. “Helping small…