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Small Businesses
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It’s Ladies Night in West Branch this Wednesday! If you want a fun filled evening with drink, food, shopping and more we’ll have all the information you need.
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The world’s largest LGBTQ+ business and leadership conference is taking place this week in Palm Springs, attracting over 1,500 attendees from around the globe. The annual International Business and Leadership Conference, hosted for the second time by the city, provides a platform for LGBTQ+ community members and allies to network and grow their businesses. This year’s theme, “Exceptional,” highlights the opportunity for small businesses to connect with major corporations like American Express, Amazon, and Google through a matchmaking program. Attendees view the conference as a chance to forge valuable connections and compete with larger players while enhancing their business skills. The event features educational sessions on business development and fosters an inclusive environment for building professional relationships and community.
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The City of Fresno is taking action to help small businesses.
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An organization called Region A.H.E.A.D. has fundraised over half a million dollars for grants supporting small businesses in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.
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Chinatown is one of NYC’s most culturally-treasured neighborhoods, and one nonprofit is serving to help small businesses and preserve the community.
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Jefferson Parish leaders say a new food and beverage incubator will help small businesses grow.
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As we are in the second half of 2024, its more important for small businesses to make sure youre managing the financial health of your small business.
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Engage with customers on Yelp like a pro! Learn how to turn reviews, messaging, and check-ins into powerful tools for boosting your local business.
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Small Businesses
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The RiverBend Growth Association named State Farm – Tom Lane as its August 2017 Small Business of the Month.Each month the River Bend Growth Association selects a small business to honor. Selection of winners is based on a scoring system that awards points for number of years in business, number of employees, overcoming adversity and community service. For information on State Farm Tom Lane contact them at 618-377-8912 or visit their website. They are also on Facebook.The River Bend Growth Association is the Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development organization for the 11 communities known as the river bend. For more information about the Growth Association, please visithereor call (618) 467-2280.Tom Lane State Farm Insurance and Financial Services Incorporated 116 West Bethalto Blvd. Bethalto, IL 62010(618) 377-8912