AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSMB Confidence Watch (Canada): A CFIB report says B.C. small-business confidence is sliding ahead of a snap election, with 56% advising against starting a business today—blaming high taxes, tariffs, and red tape. Workforce & HR: A new FFW-37 certification in rural Nebraska spotlights “family-friendly” workplace practices like flexible scheduling and childcare support to help employers attract and keep workers. Banking Deal for Small Business: Valley National plans to buy Bluevine for $340M, adding $2.1B in digital deposits and a small-business banking leadership hire. Local Economic Push (US): Indiana’s IEDC says 69 companies plan to expand this year, targeting 5,385 new jobs and higher wages. Cyber for Lean Teams (Canada): Mint Ops becomes an official reseller of Coro to help dental practices consolidate security into one platform. Policy Accountability: In the Netherlands Antilles, an MP demands ministry-by-ministry answers on what residents will actually see from the 2027 budget. Community Recognition: CHFA honored Mitsoh with its Trailblazer Small Business Award.
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