Small Business
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What is the economic impact of supporting local businesses in 2026?
For every $100 spent at a locally owned business, approximately $50 recirculates and remains in the local economy, according to SustainableConnections .
City efforts to boost small businesses face persistent hurdles
Mayor Mamdani's 'OPEN for Small Business' initiative in New York City alone includes over 50 reforms aimed at slashing red tape and boosting support for local enterprises, demonstrating a significant
How to Find and Support Local Businesses: A Complete Guide
For every dollar spent at a local independent business, nearly half – a remarkable 48% – recirculates directly into the local economy.
7 Top Business Coaches Dominating 2026, Led by Entrepreneur Magazine's #1 Brad Sugars
Ambitious entrepreneurs often hit a plateau where pure hustle is no longer enough, leading them to seek business coaching. Finding effective guidance in the booming, crowded market of business coaches is challenging, making it crucial to identify coaches with proven systems and verifiable track records.
Illinois Launches $25M to Boost Pharmacy Competition
Every single one of the 434 eligible independent pharmacies in Illinois that applied for state support just received an identical $56,892 in grant funding.
What Are Small Business Development Centers?
Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) across the US helped clients secure an astounding $5.
Mount Greenwood store fights city copyright claim over firefighter swag
A Mount Greenwood store, Shrader's Goods, faces the loss of 70% of its merchandise after the City of Chicago issued a cease-and-desist for selling items with city and Chicago Fire Department logos.
Anthropic Claude AI powers new tools for small business growth
Anthropic is now offering its advanced Claude AI models at prices up to 66.