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Bongani Bingwa talks to Alan Shannon, Executive of Small Business Services at Nedbank, about the return of Nedbank Business Ignite, a competition Nedbank has sponsored for 12 years, supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lester Kiewit chats with Ashrinee Gopi, Nedbank’s Regional Manager of Small Business Services, about the return of Nedbank Business Ignite on Cape Talk. Celebrating 12 years of partnership, Nedbank continues to support and invest in small businesses by offering one outstanding entrepreneur the chance to win R200,000 cash plus an advertising package worth R200,000. Ashrinee explains what makes a strong entry, why Nedbank is committed to championing entrepreneurship in South Africa, and offers advice for business owners looking to grow. If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, enter now at igniteyourbusiness.co.za — this could be your moment to shine! Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

[Kim Bode / 8ThirtyFour Integrated Communications' spotlight, participant in SBAM's Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship] Chris Holman welcomes back Jane Mitchell, MAS, CEO/Owner Jungle Jane Promotions, Lansing, MI. This is the fifth of five interviews in a series. There were several questions Chris wanted to find out from Jane: ● What makes your business unique? ● What are the biggest things you've learned as a woman business owner? ● What have been some successes/challenges you've faced in your business? ● Speak about being part of the Inaugural Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship Small Business Association of Michigan Foundation Announces Inaugural Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship New Program Addresses Multiple Challenges for Second-Stage, Women-Owned Businesses LANSING, Mich. – The SBAM Foundation (SBAMF), supported by its parent organization, the Small Business Association of Michigan, has launched its Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship (WEF) program and chosen 11 businesses for the first cohort. The eight-month initiative will equip these second-stage, women-owned businesses with resources to overcome diverse challenges and scale their operations. Women-owned businesses are a vital part of Michigan's economy, representing 43.2% of the state's 902,131 small businesses—higher than the national average. Detroit, in particular, was ranked as the top U.S. metropolitan area for growth in women-owned businesses. “The launch of the Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship is an exciting step toward ensuring that second-stage, women-owned businesses receive the targeted support they need to thrive, said Brian Calley, SBAM President & CEO. “This program will provide invaluable resources, from mentorship and business certifications to networking opportunities and access to capital, helping these entrepreneurs overcome the unique challenges they face.” Qualifying businesses have more than one employee in addition to the owner, have been in operation for at least two years, and generate a minimum of $500,000 in annual revenue. Here are the businesses that were selected for the inaugural cohort: ● Eagle Specialties, LLC ● Elderly Instruments ● Fido & Stitch ● Groovy Donuts ● Jungle Jane Promotions ● Marshall Holding ● Neuco Furniture & Upholstery ● Pioneer Machine and Technology, Inc ● The Betty Brigade ● Winsome Travel Design ● Wolverine Pickleball Recent data underscores the need for the support provided by this new program. Only 10% of women business owners report securing a small business loan, and women-owned businesses receive just 2.2% of all venture capital funding in the U.S. Operationally, 59% struggle with hiring and retaining qualified staff, while 80% face difficulties dealing with increased costs. "Women-owned businesses in Michigan confront a multitude of challenges that hinder their growth potential," said Kim Bode, Program Director. "From financial constraints to operational difficulties, our fellowship is designed to address these issues comprehensively." To address these issues, the Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship offers: ● One-on-one mentorship with established business leaders ● Monthly learning sessions on critical business topics ● Networking opportunities with investors and industry leaders ● Guidance on accessing capital and growth resources ● Support in obtaining relevant business certifications ● Specialized courses on financial management, marketing, and operational efficiency "The Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship addresses the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in Michigan,” said Amy Rencher, Senior Vice President of Small Business Services at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). “Through its targeted $73 million investment, the Small Business Support Hubs program exemplifies our economic development strategy's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive business ecosystem across the state.

[Kim Bode spotlight, participant in SBAM's Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship] Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Diane Arnold, owner of Neuco Furniture & Upholstery, Traverse City, MI. This is the second of four interviews in a series. There were several things he wanted to find out in this conversation: What have been some successes/challenges you've faced in your business? What's the best thing about having a business in Michigan? How did you learn about the SBAM fellowship? Why did you decide to apply? How did you feel when you heard you were accepted? How has being a part of the fellowship impacted you and your business? Small Business Association of Michigan Foundation Announces Inaugural Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship New Program Addresses Multiple Challenges for Second-Stage, Women-Owned Businesses LANSING, Mich. – The SBAM Foundation (SBAMF), supported by its parent organization, the Small Business Association of Michigan, has launched its Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship (WEF) program and chosen 11 businesses for the first cohort. The eight-month initiative will equip these second-stage, women-owned businesses with resources to overcome diverse challenges and scale their operations. “The launch of the Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship is an exciting step toward ensuring that second-stage, women-owned businesses receive the targeted support they need to thrive, said Brian Calley, SBAM President & CEO. “This program will provide invaluable resources, from mentorship and business certifications to networking opportunities and access to capital, helping these entrepreneurs overcome the unique challenges they face.” Qualifying businesses have more than one employee in addition to the owner, have been in operation for at least two years, and generate a minimum of $500,000 in annual revenue. Here are the businesses that were selected for the inaugural cohort: ● Eagle Specialties, LLC ● Elderly Instruments ● Fido & Stitch ● Groovy Donuts ● Jungle Jane Promotions ● Marshall Holding ● Neuco Furniture & Upholstery ● Pioneer Machine and Technology, Inc ● The Betty Brigade ● Winsome Travel Design ● Wolverine Pickleball Recent data underscores the need for the support provided by this new program. Only 10% of women business owners report securing a small business loan, and women-owned businesses receive just 2.2% of all venture capital funding in the U.S. Operationally, 59% struggle with hiring and retaining qualified staff, while 80% face difficulties dealing with increased costs. "Women-owned businesses in Michigan confront a multitude of challenges that hinder their growth potential," said Kim Bode, Program Director. "From financial constraints to operational difficulties, our fellowship is designed to address these issues comprehensively." To address these issues, the Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship offers: ● One-on-one mentorship with established business leaders ● Monthly learning sessions on critical business topics ● Networking opportunities with investors and industry leaders ● Guidance on accessing capital and growth resources ● Support in obtaining relevant business certifications ● Specialized courses on financial management, marketing, and operational efficiency "The Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship addresses the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in Michigan,” said Amy Rencher, Senior Vice President of Small Business Services at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). The program runs from November to June 2025 and is currently recruiting for 2025/26 cohorts. Interested women-owned small businesses can find more information on the WEF website or contact Kim Bode, WEF program director. The Women Entrepreneurial Fellowship is free of cost and funded by the Small Business Support Hub Grant Program in collaboration with the MEDC.

For this special Dominican Independence Day episode of #LatinosOutLoud, @RachelLaLoca met with fellow Quisqueyano, Jeff Garcia, Executive Director Mayor's Office of Nightlife & NYC Department of Small Business Services. The two were welcomed by one of NYC's 26,000 restaurant owners, Jay Espinal of Tasca on the Upper West Side to chat it up barside. If you or someone you know is a small business owner in NYC, you will want to hear this episode start to finish. Jeff shares lots of valuable information, including tons of helpful resources for business owners! Jeff also shares the story of his rough childhood, becoming a NYC undercover detective, business owner, philanthropist and how he's attained the title MAYOR OF NYC NIGHTLIFE! Follow the Office of Nightlife Follow Small Business Services Follow Rachel And follow the yellow brick road while you're at it! AND - don't forget about this Saturday's LIVE Comedy show! Whether you're in NYC or not, you can join us in person or via LIVE STREAM! #HERlarious is back and for the second year in a row, part of the @knockoutsfestival 

Excited but unsure what to expect, ADP's Small Business Services launched Grit & Wisdom, it's first-ever contest of this kind, which called for small business owners based in the U.S. to share their best advice for success. The entries revealed not just the journey of building businesses but the passion and perseverance that fuel success every step of the way. Listen to learn more about the great insights from Grit & Wisdom: [0:57] What was the Grit & Wisdom contest [3:11] Advice themes noted from the entries [7:13] Advice from owners based on company size [8:14] Advice from owners based on geographic location [10:03] Where to view the advice To learn more visit adp.com/gritandwisdom This content is based on generally accepted HR practices, is advisory in nature, and does not constitute legal advice or other professional services. ADP does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy, reliability, and completeness of the content. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This content is current as of the published date.  Copyright © 2025 ADP, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The ADP logo, ADP, RUN Powered by ADP, and HR{preneur} are registered trademarks of ADP, Inc. and its affiliates. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.  Privacy at ADP  

Welcome to the latest episode of the Harlem World Magazine (HWM) Podcast, your monthly deep dive into the captivating stories shaping our world of Harlem. This month, we're thrilled to feature an exclusive conversation with Jordan "Jo" Green, Cannabis Business Account Executive at NYC's Department of Small Business Services Based at Harlem Commonwealth Council, while spending over a decade in education, as well as some time in market research, and advertising. Jo talks with publisher Danny Tisdale as they discuss the ins and outs of working in the Cannabis industry in New York City, being a dad, a creative and much more.  Jordan "Jo" GreenJordan "Jo" Green is a creative change agent with roots in Harlem.  He is the inaugural Cannabis Business Account Executive at NYC's Department of Small Business Services, servicing Upper Manhattan out of his office at Harlem Commonwealth Council.  As a technical assistance provider from the NY State Office of Cannabis Management, his role is to aid entrepreneurs with insights on how to become a licensed entity in NY's Recreational & Medicinal Cannabis Markets.  Prior to his work at Harlem Commonwealth, Jo spent over a decade in education, as well as some time in market research, and advertising.  He is the owner of his own creative & media agencies (Exit 18 Creative & Exit 18 Media) and a proud dad to a middle schooler and infant --- and yes he used to work in advertising before starting his shop. He does a bit of everything from branding, web design, and strategy, while also doing Portrait and brand photography with his media agency. Support the showAs an independent magazine, we rely on readers like you to help keep our content free. Please Support Us.Support the showAs an independent magazine, we rely on readers like you to help keep our content free. Please Support Us.

How does a drinking water scientist become a cornerstone of diversity and supplier inclusion in one of the world's largest cities? Embark on Maria Osorio's incredible 25-year journey through New York City's government, where her passion for empowering minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) shines. As the Chief Diversity Officer for the Mayor's Office of Contract Services, Maria shares invaluable insights into how initiatives like "MOCs in your Neighborhood" and strategic alliances with local chambers of commerce are opening doors for small businesses to compete for the city's $40 billion procurement budget.Transitioning careers is never easy, especially within unpredictable government landscapes. Maria's story reveals how she leveraged key transferable skills—such as research, analytical thinking, and effective communication—to navigate her shift from a drinking water scientist to a pivotal role in MWBE support. Discover how education, particularly an executive MPA, played a critical role in her growth as a leader. This part of her tale serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between personal development and professional adaptation.Relationships are the cornerstone of career growth, especially within large governmental frameworks. Maria recounts her rise from the Department of Small Business Services to the Department of Youth and Community Development, emphasizing the power of networking and mentorship. With anecdotes of growing up in Harlem and ties to the Dominican Republic, Maria's journey is a testament to how cultural backgrounds can fuel a lifelong commitment to public service. Tune in for a compelling narrative filled with career strategies, essential advice on building professional relationships, and personal stories that illustrate the resilience required to succeed.Thank you for listening to #CareerCheatCode. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Make sure to follow us across all platforms for updates and resources. Let's make an impact, one episode at a time! Host - Radhy Miranda LinkedIn Instagram Producer - Gary Batista LinkedIn Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe to our YouTube Clips ChannelFollow us on Instagram Follow us on TikTok Follow us on LinkedIn

It's "NYC Small Business Month" and Kevin D. Kim, commissioner of the NYC Department of Small Business Services, talks about the upcoming Small Business Expo, the services the department offers small business owners and what the "City of Yes" could mean for city storefronts and more. 

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Elizabeth Bernhard shares Episode 2 of the relaunched 'Build Smart, Lead Strong' by conducting a four-part interview with Collen Killen-Roberts, Vice President of Entrepreneurship with the Edward Lowe Foundation, and Rodney Parkkonen, Senior Small Business Manager with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Michigan has invested heavily in its small and medium manufacturers (SMMs), yet many are unaware of the opportunities available to them. In this episode, MGA talks with the pair to find out how they both serve manufacturers in Michigan, and much more. Join this episode to learn about the System for Integrated Growth and Second Stage Growth Solutions, two programs available to you through this collaboration between the Edward Lowe Foundation and MEDC. Collen Killen-Roberts was recruited to the foundation in 2015. In April 2016 she was promoted to director of entrepreneurship and then named divisional vice president of entrepreneurship in December 2018. In her current role she leads the entrepreneurship team in developing programs that help second-stage entrepreneurs get to the next level. These include: the System for Integrated Growth, PeerSpectives® Roundtables, the American Academy of Entrepreneurs®, Leader Retreats at Big Rock Valley, Entrepreneur in Residence and Legacy Council. Killen-Roberts also cultivates appropriate partners to deliver these programs throughout the country and manages the rollout process. Rodney Parkkonen serves as small business consultant on the Small Business Services team at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). In his role, Rodney leads programming designed to help second-stage entrepreneurs gain access to strategic information and participate in valuable retreats and roundtables. Additionally, Rodney's role includes work in building the state's trusted connector network and helping grow and align the state's small business support ecosystem. Before joining the Small Business Services team, Rodney worked on teams devoted to securing new business growth, job creation and investment in the State of Michigan. Colleen and Rodney also both serve on the board for MGA, the Manufacturing Growth Alliance in Michigan. A big focus of this episode is looking ahead to MANUFACTURERS COHORT – A 3-part process to accelerate growth that includes: #1: A 3-day, 2-night Leadership Retreat at the Edward Lowe Foundation – October 31- November 2, 2023 in Cassopolis, Michigan A $1,000 value per participant, which includes program facilitation, lodging, meals, snacks and nonalcoholic beverages. Oct 31, 9:00 AM EDT – Nov 02, 12:00 PM EDT Edward Lowe Foundation, 58054 Decatur Rd, Cassopolis, MI 49031, USA

We provide the highest quality stock market analysis to individual investors. Hosted by D'ron Forbes, The Equity Channel by Division One Finance is where value investors come to stay up to date with what's going on in the stock market and the economy. Follow @D1Finance on Twitter and Instagram for more frequent stock research and analysis.

Our Building Black Biz Podcat features Lite FM's Helen Little in conversation with Kevin D. Kim, Commissioner of the NYC Small Business Services and Ken Ebie, Director of BE NYC chatting about programs available to New York City business owners. In Partnership with @DriveToyota.

It's Tax season! Hispanic Unity is the leading organization on a coalition of Broward-based non-profits making sure all residents in need have access to free and very necessary tax preparation services. Anamaria Ceballos, Hispanic Unity's Senior Program Manager of Income Support & Small Business Services will breakdown the important ins and outs of properly filing taxes for 2021.

In this episode drawn from two recent panel discussions hosted by Economic Impact Catalyst, we hear from visionary economic developers, entrepreneurship ecosystem builders, and policy experts about their efforts to fully recognize the impact of entrepreneurship-led economic development on our economy. The conversations span why small business is often ignored in economic development, how to tell better stories using data, and what levers seem to be most useful in accelerating entrepreneurship and small business creation in our communities. The panels were recorded as webinars on December 6 & 8, 2021, and you can find a link to watch the webinars in their entirety in the show notes below.  Panel discussions feature: Suzanne Perreault, Manager, Small Business Services, Michigan Economic Development Corporation Anne Strickland, VP for Entrepreneurial Development, National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) Eric Weissmann, Executive Director, NEXT Greenville, SC David Ponraj, Founder & CEO, Economic Impact Alliance Garry Clark, President & CEO, Economic Alliance Snohomish County & President, NREDA Kim Lane, COO, Right to Start Learn more about the panelists' work: Economic Alliance Snohomish County: https://www.economicalliancesc.org/ (www.economicalliancesc.org) Michigan Economic Development Corporation: https://www.michiganbusiness.org/ (www.michiganbusiness.org) NACCE: https://www.nacce.com/ (www.nacce.com) NEXT: https://nextsc.org/ (nextsc.org) NREDA: https://www.nreda.org/ (www.nreda.org) Right to Start: https://www.righttostart.org/ (www.righttostart.org) Watch the webinars: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSGvCzebHb7aHvvFf4i-2dO_n95fuqk9 (youtube.com/playlist) Learn more about Economic Impact Catalyst: https://economicimpactcatalyst.com/ (economicimpactcatalyst.com)

Firstly, I would like to thank you all for your constant support and love to Smita Patil Training Programs. It matters to me and I look forward to provide you all with even better services and digital products. I am extremely excited to announce our new segment - free service called Voice Linked here we send in audio and voice over series to help our small business community. We will share industry specific updates, new policies, plans and segments that matter to our small businesses. We will also provide audio class and academic programs through this segment for starters and Individual Entrepreneurs. I hope you will find these audio series useful. The series will be available in audio video format for all my Small Business Community and Individual Learners on Anchor Fm, Spotify, Google Podcasts and Directly on My Website smitapatiltrainingprograms.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/smita-patil7/message

Branden McAfee joins Adam Koehler on this weeks episode of the Side Hustle City podcast. We discuss the struggles of growing up in poverty and how to avoid the pitfalls of a bad neighborhood. Branden shares his own story and the issues he faced with his family, negativity and overcoming a lack mindset.Branden's story is not unique and many folks in America find it difficult to get ahead. His message to others is it can be done and he's not only been there but made it out. He now teaches other how and works hands-on with them to do so and live the lives they thought they could only dream of.Learn more.Support the show (https://paypal.me/sidehustlecity)

If you're planning to do work in New York City you may find it appealing to have the NYC Small Business Services certification because they encourage their agencies to buy goods and services from their diverse pool of M/WBE vendors. Additionally, congratulations go out to Kanika Cousine and her partner Arkim Alston, Founder & President, and CEO of Filter Addict, Inc. for their work with the Summer Youth Employment Program, and the work they have been doing in the community. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

It's summertime, and, as Governor Murphy has promised, it's a Jersey Shore Summer! We're focusing this month's podcast episode on Jersey Shore tourism and the impact that the state's recovery from COVID is having on local economies. This month we're speaking one-on-one with our participants: • Christina Fuentes, Managing Director of Community Development & Small Business Services at the NJEDA • Carl Spatocco, Owner of Cape May Peanut Butter and Smithville Peanut Butter, gourmet food stores in Cape May County, as well as the Inn at the Park, a bed and breakfast in Cape May • Chris Clayton, Owner of the Margate Dairy Bar and Burger • Patty Barber, General Manager of the Silverball Retro Arcade in Asbury Park • Dana Lancellotti, President and Chief Executive Officer of the New Jersey Restaurant and Hospitality Association

Cape Talk is launching Nedbank Business Ignite today which is one of the bank's initiatives to empower entrepreneurs to carve out new markets and sustainable industries and, in doing so, boost the South African economy. To find out more, we speak to Alan Shannon, Executive for Client Engagement, Professional Banking and Small Business Services at Nedbank. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cape Talk is launching Nedbank Business Ignite today which is one of the bank's initiatives to empower entrepreneurs to carve out new markets and sustainable industries and, in doing so, boost the South African economy. To find out more, we speak to Alan Shannon, Executive for Client Engagement, Professional Banking and Small Business Services at Nedbank. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Worker cooperatives are worker owned and democratically controlled businesses. They have been shown to lower pay disparities and demonstrate resilience in the face of crisis. But how do they run on a day-to-day basis? How can you start one or transform an existing business into a cooperative model? What potential do cooperatives have for strengthening our economy and our food system? This episode addresses these questions and more. Commissioner Jonnel Doris of New York City's Department of Small Business Services provides essential tips and resources for any New Yorkers interested in starting a cooperative. Steph Wiley and Karna Ray, worker-owners at the Black-led food distribution cooperative Brooklyn Packers, share their experience operating under this model as well as their vision for a more equitable food system. Learn more about becoming a worker cooperative and get resources at owner2owners.nyc or call (646)363-6592.Have a question you want answered? Email us at question@heritageradionetwork.orgThis episode was produced in partnership with our friends at TD Bank. This project is funded in part by a Humanities New York CARES Grant with support from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the federal CARES Act. This program is also supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council.The Big Food Question is powered by Simplecast.

Steve Adubato is joined by Nicole Swenarton, Executive Producer, Think Tank with Steve Adubato, to discuss this episode of Think Tank. Steve Adubato sits down with CT Mobley, Division Vice President, Small Business Services, Diverse Business Channels at ADP, and Scott Millard, CEO, Paterson Habitat for Humanity, to talk about the 20-year relationship between Paterson […]

April 5, 2021 ~ The Detroit Economic Growth Corporation Executive Vice President of Small Business Services tells Paul they have launched a "Buy Detroit" portal.

Positively Iberia is a joint effort between the Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce, KANE, KADN-15 and 1st National Bank of Jeanerette, airing each Thursday at 10:30. Along with host Marti Harrell this week: Louisiana Economic Development's “CEO Roundtables” program with--Darrell Johnson, LED’s Program Manager of Small Business Services will join us from his office in Baton Rouge and two Iberia businesses exec’s who are graduates of the program, Heidi Parker Martin from Pro-log and Jady Regard of Cane River Pecan. Also Janet Faulk-Gonzales with info on the Chamber Series, “Up Next” Zoom video link: https://fb.watch/4a74ybn-UO/

Ron Stubblefield is a nationally recognized lawyer, scholar, economic development professional and entrepreneurial advisor. As a shared Entrepreneur-in-Residence, he acts as a collaborative resource for the Economic Community Development Institute, the Hispanic Business Center, The Presidents' Council, The Urban League of Greater Cleveland and JumpStart. Ron works with these organizations to advance Black and Brown tech and tech-enabled entrepreneurship within the City of Cleveland.In this role, Ron coordinates community and neighborhood outreach and programming, provides direct assistance to entrepreneurs and advocates for the needs of these entrepreneurs with partner organizations in the state-funded Entrepreneur Services Provider (ESP) network.Prior to taking on this role, Ron was Assistant Director for Emerging Technology Centers, a venture of the Baltimore Development Corporation focused on the incubation and acceleration for early-stage technology-based startups. Before this, he served as a Neighborhood Legal Fellow and a Neighborhood 360 Fellow with the NYC Department of Small Business Services, where he assisted with corporate governance and economic development research and program management.Outside these positions, Ron has also designed and implemented financial models and strategic plans for a variety of colleges, financial institutions, non-profit organizations, political campaigns and foreign governments. Additionally, he is a published thought-leader on topics of diversity equity and inclusion and has traveled both nationally and internationally to speak on these topics, as well as overall startup incubation and financial management.Ron is a proud alum of Morehouse College. He also holds a master's in Management Science and Engineering from the Stanford University School of Engineering and a Juris Doctor from the New York University School of Law, where he was a Jacobson Law and Business Scholar and graduated with distinction as a Vanderbilt Medal winner.Learn more about Jumpstart: https://www.jumpstartinc.org/Connect with Ron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronaldstubblefield/Follow Lay of The Land on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodLayOfTheLandVisit our website: https://layoftheland.fmEmail us: hello@layoftheland.fm

Our next episode is part of our bi-monthly podcast between the WOCstar Fund and the NYC Department of Small Business Services' WE NYC Initiative featuring the stories of women entrepreneurs in the NYC community! As WE NYC celebrates their 5th anniversary this month, we will wrap our series with a very special guest and one of our personal heroes, NYC SBS Commissioner Jonnel Doris. As Commissioner of the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS), Jonnel Doris is charged with running a dynamic City agency focused on equity of opportunity, that leads to economic self-sufficiency and mobility for New York City's diverse communities. SBS actively connects New Yorkers to good jobs, creates stronger businesses, and builds a thriving economy in neighborhoods across the five boroughs. We sat down with the Commissioner to chat about the impact of small business owners and the power of community and collaboration. Doris explains the many ways in which SBS is helping entrepreneurs through amazing initiatives like WE NYC and BE NYC and how he is committed to raising up our strong and diverse entrepreneurs. To quote the Commissioner, “small businesses are brilliant and resilient and we will get through this!” Entrepreneurs, allies - you won't want to miss this one! Listen now and check out we.nyc and BE NYC for more information!

Our next episode is part of our bi-monthly podcast between the WOCstar Fund and the NYC Department of Small Business Services' WE NYC Initiative featuring the stories of women entrepreneurs in the NYC community! In part two of this series, we sat down with Deepti Sharma, CEO and Founder of Food to Eat, an online marketplace where local businesses can order team meals from the best local restaurants, food trucks and caterers. Her goal is to help businesses feed employees great food and build stronger work cultures, while also helping local mom & pop food vendors - many of whom are immigrants - use technology to build sustainable catering businesses. We spoke with Deepti about her entrepreneurial journey and how her mission to serving underrepresented communities led to her involvement with WE NYC and now as a candidate for City Council. Entrepreneurs, investors, and allies - you must listen to this episode! Check out we.nyc for more information!

Our next episode is part of our bi-monthly podcast between the WOCstar Fund and the NYC Department of Small Business Services' WE NYC Initiative featuring the stories of women entrepreneurs in the NYC community! As WE NYC celebrates their 5th anniversary this month, we will highlight a few of the instrumental figures of this incredible initiative beginning with a very special guest, Diana Franco, Executive Director of WE NYC. We sat down with Diana to discuss the many programs and resources they offer for women entrepreneurs like virtual events, mentorship, educational workshops, legal assistance, and capital access products at no cost. As huge fans of WE NYC, we cannot wait for you to hear more! Listen now and check out we.nyc for more information!

WWJ’s City Beat Reporter Vickie Thomas interviews Pierre Batton, Vice President of Small Business Services for the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC). Batton shares information on grants, technical support and even help dissolving your business properly.   See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Ariel Ferreira, a living organ donor, has had many accomplishments throughout his young career. His progressive work and support to local nonprofit groups and small businesses has helped strengthen and enhance many communities. Mr. Ferreira is no stranger to the private and public sector. As Director of MWBE services of the NY Women's Chamber of Commerce (NYWCC), he provided technical assistance, workshops, and marketing resources to Minority and Women owned businesses in order to acquired procurement contracts from city and state agencies.  In 2003, as one of the many acknowledgments, he received a Proclamation Award from the New York City Council for his outstanding services and contributions to the City of New York.In 2012, Ariel founded UpStep, Inc, a creative marketing and project management firm that focuses on influencing sales through use of various marketing tools and completing projects within time and budget. In addition, he worked on a one year branding initiative developed in partnership with the NYC Department of Small Business Services, School of Visual Arts, & the Washington Heights BID to drive awareness of the businesses, culture, arts, and beauty of Washington Heights and Inwood. In addition, his expertise in business, allowed him to help many entrepreneurs transform their ideas into successfully established businesses.Today, through his financial firm, Ariel instills a peace of mind in families and businesses by providing them with the financial education and services needed to secure their future. In addition, Ariel has trained over hundreds of licensed financial professionals in various states along the East Coast. His passion is to close the financial literacy gap to ensure the betterment and security of our future generations.As a diehard New York Yankees' Fan, Ariel resides in the Bronx with his beautiful wife and three-year-old son.Starlin Torres is a first-generation college graduate from The University at Buffalo State College, Starlin Torres went on to obtain his Bachelor of Science Economics with a concentration in Finance. Starling has taken on the role of helping others that cross paths with him to become better individuals in life. As he endured many life challenges, he assumed the responsibility of the older brother to three younger siblings as a positive role model. While attending college he always knew that he wanted to be in a position where he is able to educate people on finance. This idea came about in his sophomore year of college. He wanted to become a “Financial Advisor”.     Throughout his career, Starling has worked predominantly in the financial sector. Having worked for banks such as; Bank of America, as a Mortgage Servicing Specialist II, Keybank, as a back-office sales representative and left the company as a Personal Banker,He enjoys giving back to his communities. While attending high school he volunteered at the local YMCA to connect with the younger generation, volunteered at a soup kitchen while attending college on big holidays to provide a meal to those less fortunate. His fraternity Beta Sigma Kappa Afro-Latino fraternity adopted a High Way in Western New York where he went out to clean the high way in his leisure time. One of his favorite volunteer events was at Cradle Beach Camp for children ages 8-16 with disabilities and children from low-income families where he had to paint the cabins for the upcoming summer stay.

With consumer habits continuing to center on necessities and curbside pickup and delivery, now is the time to position your business to meet customers where they are. In this episode, we're joined by Will Adams, General Manager of Small Business Services at Tarkenton Companies, an entrepreneurial organization. Will advises us on how businesses can adapt to changing consumer behavior in addition to outlining some business and marketing strategies to consider as COVID-19 restrictions ease. For more information on reopening your business, FAQs, agency plans & guidance, and a reopening checklist visit: www.ADP.com/BacktoBusiness Copyright © 2020 ADP, LLC. All rights reserved. This content may not be distributed, reproduced, modified, sold or used without the written permission of ADP. The information is provided "as is" without any expressed or implied warranty, is based on generally accepted HR practices and is advisory in nature. This content is provided with the understanding that neither the presenters nor the writers are rendering legal advice or other professional services. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This material is current as of the date of this episode (June 4, 2020).

This episode is a quick look at some best practices for RFPs (Requests for Proposal). These meticulously-structured documents are key in landing contracts with government agencies and large corporations. I'll explain the importance of outlining your RFP, market research, and things to keep in mind, such as ensuring a project is really a good fit for you and your business. This means looking at your capabilities, the project timeline, and even the paper you present the document on. I'm holding a free online workshop, "Responding to RFPs," through the Department of Small Business Services. It will be held on May 27th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. These free MWBE workshops are always packed, so go to this page to learn more and register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sbs-ptac-responding-to-rfps-webinar-05272020-tickets-104344731902   Find me on my website and social media: https://www.jeankristensenassociates.com https://www.facebook.com/JEANKRISTENSENASSOCIATES https://twitter.com/jeankristensen https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeankristensenassociates Music courtesy of: https://www.free-stock-music.com

Is subcontracting right for you? I discuss the importance of partnering with other MWBEs to augment each others' strengths, increase profits, and how this allows both sides to add value to their own clients. I'll also share advice about how and when to choose opportunities, the importance of being present, and more. I'm holding a free online Basics of Subcontracting workshop through the Department of Small Business Services. It will be held on May 20th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. These free MWBE workshops are always packed, so go to this page to learn more: https://www.jeankristensenassociates.com/sbs-events/ Find me on my website and social media: https://www.jeankristensenassociates.com https://www.facebook.com/JEANKRISTENSENASSOCIATES https://twitter.com/jeankristensen https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeankristensenassociates Music courtesy of: https://www.free-stock-music.com

Nicki Parr is the Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives at Women's Economic Ventures (WEV). She joined WEV in April 2018 to jumpstart business recovery and resiliency programs following the Thomas Fire and Montecito Debris Flow. Listen as she gives advice on what small businesses can do to stay afloat during COVID, including information on loans, services and resources.

Side Kyk talks about their services that they offer to assist small business's.

The NJEDA is committed to creating an environment where small businesses can thrive. As part of this commitment, the NJEDA created a dedicated Small Business Services team that works closely with New Jersey’s entrepreneurs and small businesses, with a focus on more comprehensively assisting historically underrepresented firms and underserved communities. In this episode of ECONversations, Christina Fuentes, Director of Small Business Services, discusses the wide variety of programs and resources the NJEDA makes available for small businesses, including low-cost financing, rent support, technical assistance, and much more. Learn more at https://www.njeda.com/small_midsize_business.

Another MOOC provider has found the business training sector provides a more reliable customer base than academic students. On December 10, Coursera announced its enterprise training business has witnessed 100% year-over-year growth and now stands as the company’s largest customer share. In 2019, Coursera signed or renewed deals with Adobe, Mastercard, Southwest Airlines, and the NYC Department of Small Business Services, among others. Over the company’s history, they have partnered with over 2,000 businesses to deliver employee training, 60 of which are among the Fortune 500. This episode is also available in podcast form on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher. It is also available as a video on YouTube. eLearningInside.com Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/elearninginside?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDeL-h1O9To3txtqFRMnhGA?view_as=subscriber Email: contact@elearninginside.com

John Sanchez is a lifelong Bronx resident and currently the District Manager for Bronx Community Board 6, which includes the neighborhoods of Belmont, East Tremont, and West Farms in the Central Bronx. He is responsible for resolving community concerns with city government, advocating for budget requests to elected officials and city agencies, and planning community events. In his first year, he successfully advocated to bring a Youth Court to The Bronx and worked with the Department of Small Business Services to receive more than $200,000 in grants for storefront facade improvements on East Tremont Ave. He has also sponsored and organized free financial literacy workshops, youth sports programming, a college scholarship competition, and an annual Holiday toy giveaway for children living in shelters. John previously served as New York City Advocacy Manager for the Northeast Charter Schools Network helping advocate for increased charter school funding and also served in the New York State Assembly as Deputy Chief of Staff for a Bronx Assembly member where he was responsible for managing the district office, resolving constituent issues, and community outreach . John serves on the nonprofit boards of Housing Rights Initiative, Legacy College Prep Charter School, and Immaculate Conception School. John is a graduate of New York University’s Stern School of Business.

North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 179: Gabrielle Mills, Sourced, and Becky Berry, Becky Berry Career Coaching On this edition of “North Fulton Business Radio,” Gabrielle Mills of Sourced talked about her firm’s outsourced service offerings for small businesses, while Becky Berry of Becky Berry Career Coaching also joined the show to discuss how she helps […] The post Gabrielle Mills, Sourced, and Becky Berry, Becky Berry Career Coaching appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

There are more than 230,000 small businesses throughout New York City, and here in Bushwick, the small business scene is more competitive than ever. What can new and longtime business owners do to get ahead—and what can we do as consumers to support the character of the neighborhood? We sat down with the team at NYC Small Business Services (SBS) to find out. Bushwick Podcast is powered by Simplecast.

Appointed Deputy Mayor for Strategic Policy Initiatives in February 2018, Deputy Mayor Thompson is responsible for spearheading a diverse collection of priority initiatives. He oversees New York City's signature Pre-K for All program, which provides free, high-quality pre-kindergarten to 70,000 four-year olds each year, and the continued expansion of the nation's first-ever 3-K for All. He will also ensure the continued success of the Community Schools, Young Men's Initiatives and ThriveNYC, the nation's most comprehensive approach to mental health. Additionally, the Deputy Mayor has been charged with expanding the city's investment in minority and women-owned businesses, leading the Mayor's comprehensive strategy to encourage greater voter participation and improve the way the city carries out elections, DemocracyNYC. Deputy Mayor Thompson's agency portfolio includes the Department of Youth and Community Development; the Department of Small Business Services; the Commission on Human Rights; the Department of Veterans' Services; the Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs; the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities; the NYC Public Engagement Unit; and the Mayor's Office of Workforce Development. Deputy Mayor Thompson has an extensive background in New York City Government. In 2003 and 2010 he served as an expert on the NYC Charter Revision Commission, and before that served in the Dinkins Administration as the Deputy General Manager for Operations and Development, where his portfolio included the New York City Housing Authority. Before that he had roles as the Director of the Mayor's Office of Housing Coordination as well as the Mayor's Liaison to the NYC Districting Commission. He also served previously an advisor and assistant to the chief of staff in the Manhattan Borough President's Office. Deputy Mayor Thompson received a B.A. in Sociology from Harvard University in 1977, a Masters in Urban Planning from Hunter College in 1986, and a PhD from the City University of New York Graduate Center in 1990.

We're bringing you a special episode of OnWriting all about the Made in NY Writers Room—a fellowship program from the WGA East, the NYC Department of Small Business Services, and the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment. The fellowship elevates emerging writers with diverse backgrounds and view points by providing career development training from established showrunners and television industry leaders. For this episode, showrunner and Made in NY Writers Room mentor, Michael Rauch will be our guest moderator. He'll be in conversation with New York City Commissioner, Julie Menin, and the Writers Guild of America East Executive Director, Lowell Peterson. You can learn all about the program and how to apply by visiting wgaeast.org/writersroom -- Read shownotes, transcripts, and other member interviews: www.onwriting.org -- Follow us on social media: Twitter: @OnWritingWGAE | @WGAEast Facebook: /WGAEast Instagram: @WGAEast

In this episode, Hall is joined by Mark Mullen of  Bonfire Ventures.   A little about Mark: Mark Mullen is co-founder and Managing Director of Bonfire Ventures. Mark has been investing in private VC-backed businesses for 17 years. Previously Mark founded and served as Managing Partner of predecessor firms Double M Partners and Mull Capital.  All of the funds focused on investing in internet, media and technology with primary emphasis on business to business software solutions. Prior to Double M Partners, Mark served as COO of the City of Los Angeles (Office of Economic Policy) and Senior Advisor to the then-Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, where he oversaw several of the City's assets including the LA International Airport (LAX), LA Convention Center, the Planning and Building & Safety Departments, as well as the Office of Small Business Services. From 1993-2007, Mark ran the international M&A and private equity group for Daniels & Associates, a boutique investment bank focused on the cable and broadband industry. Mark was a senior partner of Daniels when it was acquired by RBC Capital Markets in 2007 where he stayed until 2010 as Managing Director. Mark serves on the board of Fama, Trinity Mobile Networks, and Altice USA Inc (ATUS.N).  Mr. Mullen earned his BSBA with cum laude honors from the University of Denver in 1986 and earned his MBA in international business from the Thunderbird School of Global Management in 1992. Mark has lived and worked in San Francisco, Paris, London, Denver and New York City and currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife and two children.

Kyle Todd explains the Brookland Business Improvement District

Forget about the debate speech minutiae. The meteoric rise of political brands like Obama, Trump, and Sanders prove that marketing is the new normal in politics. Sure, communication is still important – but it’s only one part in the political machinery. Marketing satisfies the voter (customer) needs; while branding showcases the personality attributes that get voters to focus on the needs-message. John Tantillo, Ph.D. uses his background in applied research psychology to assess the problems which face businesses and brands, including local/national campaigns. Dr. Tantillo is presently an Opinion Columnist for Newsmax where his column “The Marketing and Branding Lens” analyzes the topics of the day using two essential disciplines. He is also an independent consultant for the NYC Department of Small Business Services. Self-sabotage in the workplace is a lot more prevalent than you think. It affects people in different ways, whether at work or at home. And for society to recover from self-sabotaging thinking patterns, it needs to assemble a healthy mind toolkit – preferably one that’s prescribed by Alice Boyes, Ph.D. As the author of The Healthy Mind Toolkit and The Anxiety Toolkit, Dr. Boyes helps people learn how to reprogram thinking patterns that often contribute to self-sabotage. She is also a popular blogger for Psychology Today, amassing more than 11 million hits for her articles. Her research has been published by The American Psychological Association. And before making the career change to a writer, Dr. Boyes was a clinical psychologist in her native New Zealand. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Take The Lead community today: Dr. DianeHamilton.com Dr. Diane Hamilton Facebook Dr. Diane Hamilton Twitter Dr. Diane Hamilton LinkedIn Dr. Diane Hamilton YouTube Dr. Diane Hamilton Instagram

 Lloyd J. Cambridge is the founder of Progress Playbook, the learning platform that designs customized learning experiences to equip entrepreneurs and their teams to accomplish their goals. Progress Playbook has designed entrepreneurship curriculum and programs for government agencies and non-profits, including, NYC Department of Small Business Services, City Harvest, The Actors Fund, New York University, Council Member Robert Cornegy, and Brooklyn Community Foundation to name a few. Lloyd’s career started as an analyst and underwriter at JP Morgan Chase working with middlemarket companies in the apparel, textile and jewelry industries. After spending five years in the banking world, he made the switch to work alongside entrepreneurs as director of NYC Business Solutions, a program under New York City Department of Small Business Services. At NYC Business Solutions he lead a team and cultivated key partnerships to deliver services to thousands of small businesses, fueling New York City’s business engine. He has shared his expertise on entrepreneurship with organizations like Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, the Small Business Administration, Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Martha Stewart American Made Program and New York University. DURING THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSSED: How to validate your idea How to start a business from anywhere Business is no one-size-fits all How to transform your neighborhood and community through entrepreneurship OTHER PLACES TO LISTEN: Apple | Soundcloud | Stitcher | Google Play STAY CONNECTED: Lloyd: Website |  Instagram | Twitter  | Facebook  Black to Business:  Website | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook

Stephanie Thomas is the new Director of Programs and Small Business Services at the Washington Area Community Investment Fund (WACIF), and she stops by to chat about some of the new programs that they are rolling out to help support and grow small businesses in DC. As always, we check in with Casey from Good Food Markets - they are celebrating their 3 year anniversary of being on RIA Main Street! Then we are joined by Kevin Bush, DC's Chief Resiliency Officer. Kevin visits with us about this new program in DC, and how his team is working to make sure that DC can weather any nature of setback that could disrupt our local economy. Tune in to learn more!

This week's Happy Hour is one of our best yet, thanks to our all-star roster of guests! We have HRN’s very own Patrick Martins with us, plus Ralph Bumbaca, the Senior Vice President at TD Bank. We also have Gregg Bishop, the Commissioner of the NYC Department of Small Business Services, Shana Lawson, the owner of P.O.P. Cake Shop, Steve Garibell, Vice President, Relationship Manager | Commercial Lending at TD Bank, and Matt Abdoo, Executive Chef and Owner of both Pig Beach and Pig Bleecker and a regular contributor to the TODAY show. We're talking all about what it takes to run a restaurant in New York City, and what resources are available to those looking to open their own small business. Thanks to all of our guests for sharing their insights and advice! HRN Happy Hour is powered by Simplecast

Jeannie Moreira/Mosquito Squad of Duluth-Lawrenceville Mosquito Squad, known as The Squad", was recently recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the top franchises in the country and the only outdoor pest control organization to make the list. With more than 160 franchise locations nationwide, Mosquito Squad specializes in eliminating mosquitoes and adult ticks and fleas […] The post OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Jeannie Moreira with Mosquito Squad of Duluth-Lawrenceville, Mark Butler with the UGA Small Business Development Center, Dawn Poplawski with PCC Innovative Solutions, and Michael Ehmke with Heritage Golf Links appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Tim Elgar, Director of Small Business Services, American Express Canada to discuss the latest Small Business Monitor. This ongoing study, of which this is the 17th report, looks at issues facing small businesses. It provides excellent insights into what motivates small business owners and it's perhaps not what you think!The latest Small Business Monitor commissioned by American Express Small Business Services examined the change in SBOs attitude towards work-life balance, revealing how they’re reclaiming control by working to live, rather than living to work.  Some key findings include:55% of SBOs believe their work and personal lives blur because their business is their passion64% of SBOs believe technology makes it nearly impossible to disconnect from work   To find out more check out the SBCN Small Biz Podcast.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Tim Elgar, Director of Small Business Services, American Express Canada to discuss the latest Small Business Monitor. This ongoing study, of which this is the 17th report, looks at issues facing small businesses. It provides excellent insights into what motivates small business owners and it's perhaps not what you think!The latest Small Business Monitor commissioned by American Express Small Business Services examined the change in SBOs attitude towards work-life balance, revealing how they're reclaiming control by working to live, rather than living to work.  Some key findings include:55% of SBOs believe their work and personal lives blur because their business is their passion64% of SBOs believe technology makes it nearly impossible to disconnect from work   To find out more check out the SBCN Small Biz Podcast.

We're back chatting to Athena Varmazis, VP & General Manager, Small Business Services, American Express Canada on the latest findings in the quarterly Small Business Monitor. This episode features some fascinating insights into Canadian small businesses and the growing positive sentiment amongst them.

We're back chatting to Athena Varmazis, VP & General Manager, Small Business Services, American Express Canada on the latest findings in the quarterly Small Business Monitor. This episode features some fascinating insights into Canadian small businesses and the growing positive sentiment amongst them.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner once again chats with Athena Varmazis, VP & General Manager, Small Business Services, American Express Canada about results of the Amex Small Business Monitor. Find out the latest findings from this fantastic initiative, including business owners views on competition.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner once again chats with Athena Varmazis, VP & General Manager, Small Business Services, American Express Canada about results of the Amex Small Business Monitor. Find out the latest findings from this fantastic initiative, including business owners views on competition.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner chats with Athena Varmazis, VP & General Manager, Small Business Services, American Express Canada about results of their quarterly Small Business Monitor. This insightful look touches on customer loyalty, growth and what this means to Canadian small business owners.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner chats with Athena Varmazis, VP & General Manager, Small Business Services, American Express Canada about results of their quarterly Small Business Monitor. This insightful look touches on customer loyalty, growth and what this means to Canadian small business owners.

Leaders Series: Athena Varmazis is Amex Canada's VP and General Manager, Small Business Services. Having just released the Amex Q1 Monitor exploring cash flow management in 2012, Athena shares the surprising results from the survey's analysis.

Leaders Series: Abhi Rege is the Director Small Business Services, American Express Canada. Amex just released their Small Business Monitor - Wave XI. This quarter's hot topic is 'Employee Attraction and Retention'. We dig into the survey and share great advice on how to take advantage of the lessons learned.

Leaders Series: Lloyd Taylor, Founder of Taylor Label, and Eric Nielsen, VP & GM Small Business Services, Amex, tackle tough questions on leadership and management. These two seasoned executives share valuable insights, honed by a wealth of leadership experience

Leaders Series: Eric Nielsen is the VP & General Manager, Small Business Services, Amex Bank of Canada. Eric talks about the just-released 'Amex Small Business Monitor X', and offers insight and understanding of the trends and mindset of Canada's most important economic engine.

Bruce Bachenheimer is a Clinical Professor of Management, the Director of Entrepreneurship@Lubin, and a Faculty Fellow of the Wilson Center for Social Entrepreneurship at Pace University. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses, primarily in the areas of entrepreneurship, management, and strategy. He created the Pace Pitch Contest in 2004 and organizes it annually. Mr. Bachenheimer is a member of the Global Board of the MIT Enterprise Forum, a Board member and past Chair of the New York City Chapter of the MIT Enterprise Forum, and on the Board of Directors & Advisors of LeadAmerica. He has served as a consultant to the New York City Department of Small Business Services, the New York City Economic Development Corporation and a variety of new ventures. He has been widely quoted in a variety of publications, interviewed on radio and television, and has spoken on entrepreneurship at numerous conferences. His earlier career includes having served as a VP of iQ Venture Partners, an AVP of Westpac Banking Corp. and an International Banking Officer for the Bank of Tokyo. As the International Product Manager for MSI, an SBA certified 8(a) firm, he was responsible for the initial commercialization of a high-technology forensic science system. In that position, he conducted business in over twenty countries. He was also the founder of Annapolis Maritime Corp. and the Co-founder of StockCentral Australia. Other activities include having sailed his 36' boat from New England, through the Caribbean, to South America and back. Bruce also participated in the Sydney to Hobart race in 2000. Mr. Bachenheimer holds a BBA, summa cum laude, from Pace University. He spent a semester at Tsukuba National University in Japan as an undergraduate and continued to study Japanese at NYU after graduating. He later received the McKinsey & Company Leadership Scholarship to pursue an MBA degree, which he earned from the Australian Graduate School of Management.

Bruce Bachenheimer is a Clinical Professor of Management, the Director of Entrepreneurship@Lubin, and a Faculty Fellow of the Wilson Center for Social Entrepreneurship at Pace University. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses, primarily in the areas of entrepreneurship, management, and strategy. He created the Pace Pitch Contest in 2004 and organizes it annually. Mr. Bachenheimer is a member of the Global Board of the MIT Enterprise Forum, a Board member and past Chair of the New York City Chapter of the MIT Enterprise Forum, and on the Board of Directors & Advisors of LeadAmerica. He has served as a consultant to the New York City Department of Small Business Services, the New York City Economic Development Corporation and a variety of new ventures. He has been widely quoted in a variety of publications, interviewed on radio and television, and has spoken on entrepreneurship at numerous conferences. His earlier career includes having served as a VP of iQ Venture Partners, an AVP of Westpac Banking Corp. and an International Banking Officer for the Bank of Tokyo. As the International Product Manager for MSI, an SBA certified 8(a) firm, he was responsible for the initial commercialization of a high-technology forensic science system. In that position, he conducted business in over twenty countries. He was also the founder of Annapolis Maritime Corp. and the Co-founder of StockCentral Australia. Other activities include having sailed his 36' boat from New England, through the Caribbean, to South America and back. Bruce also participated in the Sydney to Hobart race in 2000. Mr. Bachenheimer holds a BBA, summa cum laude, from Pace University. He spent a semester at Tsukuba National University in Japan as an undergraduate and continued to study Japanese at NYU after graduating. He later received the McKinsey & Company Leadership Scholarship to pursue an MBA degree, which he earned from the Australian Graduate School of Management.