It’s not just about Black Friday and Cyber Monday anymore—Small Business Saturday is making a splash! Born in 2010 by American Express and co-sponsored by the United States Small Business Administration since 2011, this shopping day puts the spotlight on local businesses. They're the heart of commun
Get ready, La Grange! The annual Hometown Holidays event kicks off on November 30, bringing a whole month of festive activities to the town. Organized by the La Grange Business Association and the village, this year’s celebration is set to be even more exciting. The festivities start with the Small
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey recently met with small-business owners from the Retailers Association of Massachusetts (RAM). She noticed they were worried about the rising cost of health insurance. Their forecast for holiday sales was modest, with only a 1. 5% increase expected. Healey introdu
Thinking about retiring? If you own a small business, it's smart to start planning early. Mike Roach, who started Paloma Clothing in Portland, Oregon, knew he had to think about the future when he turned 74. His manager, Traci Burnes, had been crucial in navigating the pandemic, so he decided to off
Starting a small business is tough. But have you thought about what happens when you want to retire? It turns out, figuring out how to step away can be even more challenging. Mike Roach, who co-founded Paloma Clothing in Portland, Oregon, in 1975, realized he needed a plan after nearly 50 years. His
Inflation is a cruel beast, especially for small businesses as they face skyrocketing costs and disgruntled customers. Enjou Chocolat, a small chocolate shop in New Jersey, knows this story all too well. Forcing customers to shell out more for treats, like $14. 99 for a half-pound bag of foil chocol
In the heart of Colorado Springs, a tiny bakery named Norma's Bakery was nearly shipwrecked after just one year of sailing. Its owners, Norma Torres Canales and Martin Gerardo Ortiz Ceja, were forced to reduce employee hours. The family-owned business was at risk of shutting down. Their daughter-in-
In Dar es Salaam's bustling cityscape, there's a unique story of resilience unfolding in the flood-prone areas, particularly in Kigogo. Here, many small and medium-sized businesses, also known as MSMEs, operate amidst the challenges posed by floods. Despite the risk, these businesses seem to thrive,
Pennsylvania, a crucial swing state in the upcoming election, is seeing mixed results for its small businesses. Economic growth is happening, but prices are also going up. Real GDP in the state rose by 2. 5% this year, which is on par with national averages. However, prices in the Philadelphia area
Both Democrats and Republicans are courting small business owners ahead of the election. With a high trust rating and employing nearly half of the private sector workforce, small businesses are a significant player. However, owners are uncertain about the election's impact. Small business confidenc
