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MTN Ghana and Partners Empower 200 Women Entrepreneurs in Tamale
Kumasi Mail
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July 22, 2025
Tamale came alive today as MTN Ghana in collaboration with SME Grow Africa (SMEGA) and Sanlam Allianz, hosted a powerful SME Business Clinic aimed at empowering 200 women entrepreneurs in the Northern Region. The event forms part of the year-long...
Grand Rapids venture capital fund for entrepreneurs of color announces 4 new investments
MLive - Michigan
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July 22, 2025
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — A Grand Rapids-based venture capital fund serving businesses owned by people of color announced new investments in four businesses. The New Community Transformation Fund, co-founded in 2020 by former The Right Place president...
DoD Seeks Input on Boosting Small Business Role in Defense
JD Supra - California
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July 18, 2025
On July 9, 2025, the Department of Defense (“DoD”) issued a public notice requesting comments on how to strengthen the role of small businesses in the defense industrial base. The deadline for comments is August 8, 2025. This request for comments...
Qualified Small Business Stock Benefits Expanded in New Tax Bill
JD Supra - California
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July 18, 2025
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act expands the qualified small business stock benefits available to founders and investors. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act ("OBBB") passed earlier this month introduces three major updates to the qualified small...
South Africa aims to shape the future of entrepreneurship in global startup ecosystem
IOL
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South Africa has positioned itself to take a leading role in shaping the future of entrepreneurship and innovation within the global startup ecosystem. This was revealed on Monday by the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) at the...
New business aims to offer relief in food desert
WSAZ - West Virginia
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July 16, 2025
KERMIT, W.Va. (WSAZ) - People in smaller communities are having to make longer and longer trips to find groceries with so many mom-and-pop stores closing. A new business is aiming to provide relief in one food desert. As the town of Kermit in...
Senate committee advances two small business bills sponsored by Sen. Ernst
Financial Regulation News - Washington D.C.
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July 18, 2025
The U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship advanced two bills sponsored by committee Chair Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA) bills. © Shutterstock One is the Made in America Manufacturing Act, which allows small businesses to access the...
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Tourism Innovation Summit is back for its sixth year
Travolution
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July 22, 2025
Tourism Innovation Summit (TIS) returns for its sixth edition at FIBES Seville, on 22-24 October. Under the theme “Innovation in motion, tourism reimagined”, over 8,000 professionals will explore the trends and solutions shaping the industry: from...
5 Best Clothing Manufacturer for Small Businesses in 2025
LaGrange Daily News - Georgia
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July 18, 2025
5 Best Clothing Manufacturer for Small Businesses in 2025 Published 7:49 am Friday, July 18, 2025 Small business owners face unique challenges when searching for manufacturing partners who understand their budget constraints, volume limitations,...
Capital City Founder Arsha Jones Launches $5,000 Micro-Grant to Support Local Consumer Product Entrepreneurs
WINK - Florida
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- Supporting Scalable Small Businesses with a Mission to Grow From Local Shelves to National Stores - WASHINGTON, D.C., July 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Arsha Jones, founder and CEO of Capital City, announced today the launch of the Capital...
Gulf Connections: The hills are alive with the sound of Arabic
The National News
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Set in the Austrian Alps, the resort town of Zell Am See could have been plucked from The Sound of Music. Against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains, picturesque traditional buildings lead down to the clear blue waters of Lake Zell. In winter it...
Mercer alumna founds program to support young entrepreneurs
Mercer Den
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July 22, 2025
As a student at Mercer University, Melissa Dark learned about the importance of building a strong community. Now she’s doing just that and helping others do the same. Dark, a Christianity major who graduated from the College of Liberal Arts and...
In Response: 'Beautiful Bill' benefits middle class, local businesses, too
Duluth News Tribune - Minnesota
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July 18, 2025
In his July 11 column in the News Tribune (“ Greater Minnesota can stand against Washington's broken promises ”), Sen. Grant Hauschild, DFL-Hermantown, articulated great damage to rural communities from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) — at...
Why Startups and Small Businesses Prefer WPS Office for Excel Download?
Daily Trust
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July 18, 2025
In the fast-paced world of startups and small businesses, making the right choices can save both time and money. Working with spreadsheets is one of the most common tasks in any company, including tasks such as managing sales, tracking...
14 Stories from Small Businesses on Turning Customer Complaints into Opportunities
DevX
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July 18, 2025
Customer complaints can be a goldmine for business growth. We asked industry experts to share an example of a time they successfully resolved a customer complaint and turned it into an opportunity for improvement. Discover practical strategies for...
Step-By-Step Guide To Finding A Buyer For Your Small Business
Forbes
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What if the perfect buyer for your business is already in your inbox? getty What if the perfect buyer for your business is already in your inbox? Or sitting across from you in your Monday team meeting? Most small business owners don’t need to post...
Creative Business Ideas for Working with Kids: Inspire Young Minds
Small Business Trends
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July 22, 2025
Starting a business that involves kids can be both rewarding and fun. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or simply someone passionate about working with children, there are countless opportunities waiting for you. From creative workshops to...
Trump’s Tariff Chaos Crushes RI Small Businesses While Big Corps Get Free Pass
Uprise RI - Rhode Island
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July 18, 2025
A new Bloomberg report reveals the devastating impact of President Trump’s erratic tariff policies on American small businesses, while a comprehensive survey of Rhode Island manufacturers shows local companies are bearing the brunt of what amounts...
Unlocking the Power of Alignable for Small Business Networking Success
Small Business Trends
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July 18, 2025
In today’s competitive business landscape, building connections is more crucial than ever. Alignable offers a unique platform designed specifically for small business owners to network, collaborate, and grow their enterprises. If you’re looking to...
Survey: AI usage among small businesses up 41%
Chain Store Age
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July 18, 2025
Almost two-thirds (63%) of small business users say they use AI daily. Artificial intelligence adoption among companies with between 10-100 employees is becoming more widespread. Current AI usage for small businesses jumped from 39% in 2024 to 55%...