Podcasts about Small Business Week

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Wednesday, June 18, 2025.   #1 – From WV SBDC The West Virginia Small Business Development Center recognized standout entrepreneurs during Small Business Week in Fairmont, honoring winners across tech, hospitality, and craft sectors. These business owners exemplify resilience, innovation, and community spirit, reinforcing the importance of local enterprise. The event highlighted continued support for small businesses as key drivers of the state's economy. Read more and watch the video: https://wvsbdc.com/2025-small-business-week-award-winners-honored-at-ceremony-in-fairmont/?amp=1   #2 – From WV Business Link Aspiring entrepreneurs can now follow a detailed guide from WV Business Link that covers everything from crafting a business plan to securing financing, navigating legal requirements, and launching effective marketing campaigns. This road map distills real-world advice tailored to the unique opportunities and challenges of starting a business in West Virginia. It's a valuable resource for ensuring strong startup foundations. Read more: https://wvbusinesslink.com/steps-for-successful-startups/ #3 – From WV State Parks Looking for your next outdoor escape? West Virginia State Parks has spotlighted six “hidden gem” parks—including Cathedral and Tomlinson Run state parks—that offer beautiful landscapes with fewer crowds. Whether you're into hiking, fishing, or simply connecting with nature, these lesser-known parks provide a peaceful alternative to busier destinations. Read more: https://wvstateparks.com/6-hidden-gem-west-virginia-state-parks-you-need-to-visit/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty, and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Thursday, May 15, 2025  Marshall's Advanced Manufacturing Center partners with the WV Department of Education to offer pre-apprenticeship credits to students…the WV SBA and the WV SBDC honor 2025 Small Business Week award winners…and the Charleston CVB announces a photo contest highlighting outdoor activities…on today's daily304.   #1 – From HERALD-DISPATCH – Marshall University's Advanced Manufacturing Center has partnered with the West Virginia Department of Education's Office of Career Technical Education that will open up statewide pre-apprenticeship opportunities for high school students.  Marshall works with companies to develop registered apprenticeships. MAMC will then help align manufacturing trade programs at career and technical education centers with U.S. Department of Labor pre-apprenticeship standards through the WVDE's Classroom2Careers initiative. High school students will be eligible to earn pre-apprenticeship credit through their high school classes and access companies offering registered apprenticeships through MAMC's Apprenticeship Works. Read more: https://www.herald-dispatch.com/news/marshall-wvde-partner-to-offer-pre-apprenticeship-credit-to-students/article_a763b6e2-7976-46ed-bc21-5f260b88933d.html   #2 – From WV SBDC – The West Virginia Small Business Development Center, joined by Small Business Administration WV District Office officials, is honoring clients who received 2025 Small Business Week Awards. The West Virginia district winners were recognized at an awards ceremony earlier this month. Award recipients are as follows: WV Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year Shelia Hartley of Spa Oasis in Fairmont WV Veteran-Owned Small Business of the Year Marcus Hatfield of Hatfield Family Distillery in Charleston            WV Small Business Exporter of the Year (Regional Winner) Jason Wilburn and Annabelle Javier of Paul Wissmach Glass Company in Paden City WV Small Business Person of the Year Cathy Jo Higgins of The Developmental Advantage, LLC, in Charleston Read more: https://wvsbdc.com/sba-wv-announces-2025-small-business-week-winners/   #3 – From WV NEWS – The Charleston Convention & Visitors Bureau has announced a new photo contest aimed at showcasing outdoor recreation in Kanawha County, inviting residents and visitors to capture and share their favorite nature adventures. Running through June 30, the contest encourages photography submissions that highlight outdoor activities such as hiking, trail running, kayaking, boating, fishing, and biking. All entries must feature outdoor recreation in Kanawha County to be eligible. Participants will have the opportunity to win prizes for their photography.  For complete contest details and submission guidelines, visit charlestonwv.com. Read more: https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/charleston-cvb-launches-outdoor-recreation-photo-contest-in-kanawha-county/article_dbc6b81a-544b-4ad8-b966-1efff3dfb63f.htmlwvnews.com   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: WMAL GUEST: NICK CALIO (President & CEO of Airlines for America) on making air travel safer REUTERS: Trump selects Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as D.C.'s interim US attorney WMAL GUEST: KELLY LOEFFLER (SBA Administrator) on Small Business Week and the response to tariff battles NY POST: Metallica rocked Virginia Tech concert so hard it registered as a small earthquake Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow podcasts on Apple, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: wmal.com/oconnor-company Episode: Friday, May 9, 2025 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tudor talks with EJ Antoni and former Secretary of Labor, Alex Acosta, about the critical role of small businesses in the U.S. economy, especially during Small Business Week. They delve into the current economic challenges, including inflation, rising costs, and the impact of government regulations. EJ highlights the detrimental effects of these regulations and stresses the importance of reversing policies that contribute to inflation. The conversations also explores the implications for younger generations, the need for balanced regulation, and the significance of creating productive jobs. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network. For more visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Fast Break, we are celebrating Small Business Week by recognizing the critical role small businesses play in our economy. Host Matt Cranney sits down with Sadie Howell, CEO of Envision Greater Fond du Lac, to discuss why small businesses are more important than ever in today's rapidly evolving landscape. Explore the power of word-of-mouth marketing, the agility of small businesses in adapting to change, and the importance of defining a clear "why" to drive long-term success. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a small business leader, or simply someone who values local businesses, this conversation is packed with insights on how to stay future-focused, adapt to change, and harness the power of customer trust.

In honor of Small Business Week, we are pleased to bring you a conversation with Sue Malone a true titan in the world of small business. As the founder of Strategies for Small Business, Sue has been instrumental in helping over 30,000 entrepreneurs secure capital to start or expand their businesses.  Paul Mullen guest hosts Heritage Explains this week in this conversation on entrepreneurship, what it means, and why it matters, as well as Sue's advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.  Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org

In honor of Small Business Week, we are pleased to bring you a conversation with Sue Malone a true titan in the world of small business. As the founder of Strategies for Small Business, Sue has been instrumental in helping over 30,000 entrepreneurs secure capital to start or expand their businesses.   Paul Mullen guest hosts […]

In honor of Small Business Week, we are pleased to bring you a conversation with Sue Malone a true titan in the world of small business. As the founder of Strategies for Small Business, Sue has been instrumental in helping over 30,000 entrepreneurs secure capital to start or expand their businesses. Paul Mullen guest hosts […]

The General Manager/Vice President of ADP talks with Mark about the changes happening in small business today and what the trends are showing. It is Small Business Week and Erron discusseshow they support businesses to find and keep staff and adapt to it. Tax money is available for Small Business today, find out how.

The General Manager/Vice President of ADP talks with Mark about the changes happening in small business today and what the trends are showing. It is Small Business Week and Erron discusseshow they support businesses to find and keep staff and adapt to it. Tax money is available for Small Business today, find out how.

The investigation into hundreds of potentially fraudulent voter registration forms is ongoing, six months after it was first announced in the week before Election Day last fall. Thousands of people packed into the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg last Friday evening to hear from U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders. This is Small Business Week in Pennsylvania. A PA college football team recently held a drive to add students to the national registry of potential bone marrow donors. Steelton's Cleveland-Cliffs plant is temporarily laying off more than 500 employees. The company calls the move an "idling" of the plant, which produces rails that carry freight and passengers, along with steel for heavy machinery, power plants and military equipment such as submarines. 100 firefighters from dozens of fire companies battled a fire Saturday at a Snyder County modular home manufacturer. Damage, at Apex Homes of PA located in Middleburg, is estimated at $5 million. Pennsylvania utility regulators are bracing for a surge in electricity demand driven in large part by the opening of new, power-intensive data centers. WITF's Rachel McDevitt reports on a recent hearing at the Public Utility Commission. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I attended Visa's Product Drop in San Francisco to learn about “agentic shopping.” Get the deets when I catch up with Rubail Birwadker, SVP, Head of Growth, Products & Partnerships, at Visa.This week I was also in the Big Apple for TV interviews tied to ‘Small Business Week.' And so I'll share the gadgets I talked about, including new laptops, printers, and work lights.You likely know TP-Link as home networking gear experts, but there's much more to the company, as we hear from David Lux, Marketing Director at TP-LinkRamone Russell, San Diego Studios' Director of Comms and Brand Strategy, stops by Tech It Out to talk baseball! The new MLB The Show 25 has dropped, for PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo.Thank you to Visa and SanDisk for your support!

National Veterans Small Business Week is November 11-15, so today, we are talking about the importance of celebrating NVSBW AND all of the fantastic resources that the United States Small Business Administration offers to help our military families on their entrepreneurial journey. Our guest on the show is Mr. Robert Yannuzzi, the SBA's Assistant Administrator for its Office of Veterans Business Development. Links mentioned in the podcast: NVSBW - https://www.sba.gov/nvsbw SBA OVBD Veterans Resources - https://www.sba.gov/veterans

This episode was recorded LIVE and in-person during Small Business Week.This in-depth conversation covers the steps to developing a brand, from messaging to visuals to marketing. You'll hear from three experts with different backgrounds as we share our various perspectives on the topic of “what makes a strong brand?”How do you decide on your brand's niche?How do you determine your ideal client?What needs to be done before you launch your brand?What role does your website play in growing your brand?Why branding is so much more than a logo, and what personal brands can learn from thisWhat visuals are actually the most important for your marketingHow AI is changing the game when it comes to content creation and building your brand>>MEET OUR GUESTS>LET'S CONNECTRESOURCES YOU'LL LOVE

It's Small Business Week, and for the next stop in our profiles of small businesses in CBRM we visit a martial arts gym in Glace Bay.

It's Small Business Week - and they really are the heart and soul of our towns. When it comes to supporting her community, Nadine Margeson is always happy to help. She took over an auto glass franchise in Corner Brook several years ago. Ever since then, Margeson has organized fundraisers and awareness campaigns for various causes. The CBC's Hillary Johnson visited the shop to learn more.

95 percent of businesses in Calgary are small businesses! In honour of the important impact small businesses have on our city's economy, QR Calgary is honouring a few businesses for Small Business Week! Morning show hosts Sue Deyell and Andrew Schultz announced this year's winners!

Send us a textDiscover the shimmering opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship in Alberta as we welcome insights from our guests, Tracy Stroud from APEX Alberta, Terry Rock from Platform Calgary, and Tom Viinikka from Edmonton Unlimited. Tom Viinikka, CEO of Edmonton Unlimited, walks us through he and his team's groundbreaking mission to nurture tech innovation and community building in Edmonton.  We're spotlighting captivating events like Startup Week in Edmonton, Innovation Week in Calgary, and the Small Business Week activities like APEX Alberta's Business Growth Tradeshow happening across the province that are fueling Alberta's entrepreneurial spirit. And make no mistake, these events are for EVERYONE. Expect to be inspired by the stories these three leaders share, as they work to redefine the landscape of entrepreneurship by creating vibrant spaces for networking, learning and support for Alberta's tech entrepreneurs and job seekers.Join us as we explore how Alberta is a hotbed for tech and knowledge-based innovation, from ideation to commercialization. Tracy Stroud of Apex Alberta shares incredible insights into the province's regional strengths, highlighting aerospace and drone innovation. Meanwhile, Terry Rock from Platform Calgary talks about Calgary as a thriving hub for tech entrepreneurs. We discuss the role of community events and reverse trade shows that connect service providers with entrepreneurs, exemplifying Alberta's commitment to collaboration and growth in both urban and rural settings.As we wrap up, the conversation shifts to the importance of community and networking in fostering entrepreneurial success. Hear about Alberta's burgeoning venture capital scene and how it's positioning the province as a leading contender for entrepreneurs in Canada. The conversation emphasizes the significance of industry leadership, long-term investments, and the efforts to support rural entrepreneurs in high-potential sectors. Finally, listen to Terry, Tom and Tracy pitch each of these extraordinary events:Startup Week in Edmonton from October 15 to 19,  Small Business Week from October 20 to 25 featuring the Business Growth Tradeshow in Medicine Hat on October 23, and Innovation Week in Calgary from November 13 to 21.Don't miss the chance to connect with visionaries who are helping to shape Alberta's future in driving our ecosystem forward.Shift by Alberta Innovates focuses on the people, businesses and organizations that are contributing to Alberta's strong tech ecosystem.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Friday, June 7, 2024. The WVSBDC celebrates this year's Small Business Week award winners…LG Electronics reveals its strategy to grow new business ventures in the Mountain State…and a $150 million investment will help the Division of Highways repave local traffic roads across the state…on today's daily304. #1 – From WV COMMERCE – The West Virginia Small Business Development Center and Small Business Administration WV District Office officials celebrated 2024 Small Business Week Award winners on May 1 at the Robert H. Mollohan Research Center in Fairmont.  Learn what the winners have to say about how the WVSBDC helped them start or grow their businesses. Visit wvsbdc.com to become a client. Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4XDr476Rjk   #2 – From WV EXECUTIVE –  For far too long, West Virginia has had to fight negative stereotypes and prove itself as a place worth investing in. Fortunately, this endless hard work has not gone unnoticed by companies like LG Electronics. In January 2024, Governor Jim Justice announced that the state of West Virginia and LG Electronics would be launching a strategic initiative to grow new business ventures in the Mountain State and advance the development of technologies for renewable energy, health care and industries of the future. Over the next five years, LG plans to launch several West Virginia-based businesses, which will collectively provide 275 high-skill jobs. To do this, LG will construct both a research and development and an engineering hub within the state that will hire software engineers, architects and developers. Read more: https://wvexecutive.com/lg-nova/   #3 – From WV PUBLIC – The West Virginia Division of Highways plans to repave local traffic roads across the state with a new $150 million investment from the West Virginia Legislature. During last month's special legislative session, lawmakers passed Senate Bill 1002, which granted the agency a new round of funding for road improvements. Gov. Jim Justice said that repairing state roads plays an important role in improving quality of life for West Virginians and attracting new residents. When prospective residents look at “standard of life” in West Virginia, they look at highways, he said. Secretary of Transportation Jimmy Wriston said the repaving projects, along with the previously launched  “Operation R.I.P. Potholes,” are part of a coordinated effort to repair derelict roadways throughout West Virginia. Read more: https://wvpublic.org/division-of-highways-prepares-to-repave-local-roads-across-w-va/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Saturday, June 1, 2024. Live on the Levee gears up for a summer of fantastic music in the Capital City… 2024 small business winners share how working with the WV SBDC business coaches helped them achieve their goals…and Huntington is named one of the best places to live and retire…on today's daily304. #1 – From LIVE ON THE LEVEE – Save your Friday evenings for Live on the Levee summer concert series taking place at Haddad Riverfront Park in Charleston. The 2024 lineup includes a wide mix of music, including local artist John Inghram Presents: A Tribute to the Talking Heads. Expect a festive atmosphere with plenty of food and drink vendors. View the schedule at liveontheleveecharleston.com. Read more: https://liveontheleveecharleston.com/2024-events   #2 – From WV COMMERCE – The WV SBDC celebrated four incredible small business owners during this year's Small Business Week, which took place April 28 to May 4, 2024. Ashley Mason, owner of Charlotte's Café Lisa Fritsch, President of Agile5 Technologies, Inc. Jae Lehew, owner of S&S Fine Diamonds and Jewelry James Merrill, CEO/Owner of Hasten Services LLC Listen to their testimonies about how WV SBDC business coaches helped them achieve their goals. Visit www.wvsbdc.com to view upcoming training events or learn how you can become a client.  Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=S3NN-zNJ1XFGg_nY&v=T4XDr476Rjk&feature=youtu.be   #3 – From WOWK-TV – One West Virginia city has been named one of the 100 best places to live and 50 best places to retire. According to a new report from U.S. News, Huntington took 86th in the Best Places to Live category and 48th in Best Places to Retire. The study ranked the 150 largest cities for the best places to live, and the 150 largest metropolitan areas for the best places to retire. “The hard work of the citizens of Huntington and our partners are beginning to be affirmed,” said Huntington Mayor Steve Williams.  Read more: https://www.wowktv.com/news/huntington-named-one-of-the-top-100-cities-to-live-retire/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

We are fresh off of Small Business Week, and Amanda & Ellyn have fellow Main Street small business owner Jenny Pollard on the podcast. Jenny has not only one business on Main Street but two! You may know her incredible store Life Distilled, but she will soon be opening her second project Homegrown Iowa! Homegrown Iowa, is located at 218 Main Street (right across from Dog-Eared Books), and will be opening on Wednesday, May 15!  When you visit Homegrown, you will find items that highlight Iowa's unique culture and fresh talents with an exclusive selection of trendy, high-quality, locally-made gifts and apparel. We're of course sharing what we're reading, what's coming out, and everything poppin' at the store. What we're drinking | Oops forgot to look at the label, but it was pink. Amanda's Currently Reading: Dear Fang, with Love by Rufi Thorpe The Girls From Corona del Mar by Rufi Thorpe A Letter to the Luminous Deep by Slyvie Cathrall  The Hypocrite by Jo Hamya Ellyn's Currently Reading: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin The Art Thief by Michael Finkel Books coming out this week: The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune ______________________________________________________________________ Make sure to subscribe and rate the Bubbles & Books Podcast. And don't forget to share it with your friends. Learn more about a Dog-Eared Books book subscription HERE. Follow us on Instagram: @bubblesandbookspodcast Follow Dog-Eared Books on Instagram: @dogearedbooksames Interested in audiobooks? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Visit us! www.dogearedbooksames.com

As we celebrate Small Business Week, we are going to take the opportunity to walk you through a Quarterly Check Up for your business. Business success is based on having systems in place to generate repeatable results. Listen to this episode to learn the questions you should be asking, and steps you should be taking to continue growing successfully.

The inaugural 'Findlay Food for All' campaign launches this month, culminating in early-June... a collaborative event of the United Way, City Mission, and CHOPIN Hall to address food insecurity in the community (at 12:57) --- It's Small Business Week, but sometimes small business owners can't do it alone... Recognizing those who invest in entrepreneurs and take a chance on their dreams (at 22:53) --- What's Happening: May is National Historic Preservation Month, a theme being recognized this month at the Hancock Historical Museum (at 42:36)

Talent, technology and taxes... The trends and top-of-mind issues among entrepreneurs from ADP's latest Market Pulse Study for Small Business Week (at 14:55) --- 'Strolling Thunder'... This week, parents of infants and toddlers from all 50 states rallied on Capitol Hill advocating action on policies and access to programs they say are critical to the development of all children (at 25:35) --- Around Town: Several Findlay-area churches are coming together to help build the spirit and faith of our community in the local observance of the National Day of Prayer (at 48:35)

"Discover the history and significant impact of small businesses on the national economy, as well as inspiring tales of resilience, innovation, and entrepreneurship from prominent business owners. President John F. Kennedy first officiated the celebration of small businesses in the first week of May, acknowledging their significant contribution to job creation and economic activity. Highlighting the journey from humble beginnings to market dominance, these storytelling podcasts depict a vivid picture of courageous entrepreneurs who dared to challenge convention, turn risks into opportunities, and reshape the dynamics of their respective industries. Brace yourself for heartwarming stories from Deanna Wallin, founder of Naples Soap Company; Billy Eklund of Eklund's Farm Machinery; and Heidi West from Lifestyles of Saratoga. Witness how these entrepreneurs weathered business storms, revitalized family ventures, and maintained strong community ties through ethical values and sustainable practices. Also, glean knowledge and experience from admired retail entrepreneurs: Tony Drocton, CEO, Hammett; Tammy Ketterman, CEO, Ketterman's Jewelers; and Brian Trevilla, author of 'Leading in Retail.' Through an invaluable exchange of insights, lessons, and mentors, discover the true essence of small businesses symbolizing hope, opportunity, and prosperity for all. In the end, let us toast the indomitable spirit of small businesses worldwide for nurturing dreams, creating jobs, and invigorating the economy. Join us in celebrating their journey towards success.

In case you didn't know, National Small Business Week is arriving April 28th through May 4th this year and our guest today will tell us what's happening that week in our state.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Thursday, Dec. 28  Bright Futures Learning Services wins WV Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year.  The state's recent investment in state parks is paying off in visitor spending. And Marshall's Bill Noe Flight School gets a new plane for Christmas…on today's daily304. #1 – From WV SBDC – When Jill Scarbro-McLaury was in the first grade, an observant teacher changed her life. The teacher recognized Jill had a learning disability. Now Jill makes it her business to change the lives of other children with learning disabilities. In 2007, she founded Bright Futures Learning Services to provide behavioral treatment for children with autism. In 2019, Jill was chosen the SBA's West Virginia Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year. In 2012, Bright Futures opened a clinic in a strip mall in Hurricane and eventually spread to three spaces in three buildings. The expanded clinic enabled Bright Futures to enhance its services to include medical as well as educational services. Eventually, Bright Futures expanded to a house in Winfield. The clinic now contains 14 individual therapy rooms, a group room, a custom-built playground and two sensory-based play rooms with colorful drawings on the walls, fiber optics, black lights, trampolines and motor toys. SBDC Business Coach Doug Spaulding is working with Bright Futures in strategic areas that will help the business grow. He also nominated Bright Futures for the SBA's West Virginia Woman-Owned Small Business Award, to be presented May 8 in Fairmont during the national 2019 Small Business Week. Doug's nomination described Bright Futures as a company that has more than “11 years of staying power and has grown from a one-woman show to a million-dollar company with 25 employees who work tirelessly to improve the lives of vulnerable children. Bright Futures also serves as a training facility for young professionals and has helped West Virginia's population of certified ABA providers grow from 17 in 2011 to 65.” Read more: https://wvsbdc.com/business-changing-lives-bright-futures-provides-aba-therapy-autistic-children/   #2 – From WV NEWS – West Virginia has been putting a lot of money into its State Park system and it's been paying off. Officials have put around $87.1 million into various big projects. Most of the money went to necessary repairs and building upgrades, but some of it went to fun projects. One of them was building a top-notch mountain bike trail at Cacapon Resort State Park. They also built new cabins in a few parks and created more places for people to camp. The investment has paid off. In 2023, visitors spent about $483 million in the state parks. About $279 million of that was from people who don't live in the state. The numbers showed that for every dollar of tax money given to the State Parks, $18.54 was made. That's money that might not have been there without the park system. Plan a visit or overnight stay to see some of those improvements for yourself. Visit www.wvstateparks.com to learn more and book accommodations. Read more: https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/west-virginias-state-park-investments-pay-off-87-1-million-creates-infrastructure-improvements-and-generates/article_0a5e8ae0-9dbc-11ee-b5b1-ef2f03d023be.html   #3 – From SOURCE – Students and staff gathered recently at the Marshall University's Bill Noe Flight School near West Virginia International Yeager Airport to welcome in a brand new Cirrus SR20, and a water cannon salute from the 130th Airlift Wing Fire Department greeted it upon its landing.  This now makes the school's seventh aircraft to join its fleet. Flight Instructor and Safety Director Brendan Laughton said the plane comes with the best safety features in the industry for the students to learn aviation with. “It's great, it's a great way to serve the people of West Virginia who want to learn to fly, it's a technically advanced airplane, it has the best avionics that money can buy in it, and it's the best way to stay safe here in the mountains, as well,” he said. Read more: https://wvmetronews.com/2023/12/14/marshall-universitys-bill-noe-flight-school-adds-new-plane-to-its-fleet/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Today we are continuing our coverage of the recently announced Small Business Week awards from the US Small Business Administration. An Upstate chemical mixing and blending company was named the South Carolina Small Business Exporter of the Year. Mike Switzer interviews Joseph Wilson, Jr. is president and CEO of Toll Solutions in Duncan, SC.

On May 9, 2023 during Small Business Week, Waystone partners Billy Riordan and Tom Patella talk all about their new (to North Beach) wine bar. We trace the history of Mexican restaurant Barrio, as well. https://waystonesf.com for more details. 1609 Powell in North Beach.

Zachary Green has served in the U.S. Marine Corps, as a Firefighter, and grew a $30 million company from the trunk of his car. He's also been named the Ohio Entrepreneur of the Year, represented the United States at the Global Entrepreneur Summit, testified on behalf of small businesses in front of U.S. Congress, and is a bestselling author. Now, he's a Hilton Head Island resident and will be the keynote speaker and moderator during our Small Business Week's “Roadmap to Entrepreneurship” panel discussion. He gives us his insights on what it takes to be a successful business owner. 

May 5, 2023 ~ It's Small Business Week and William Wild, Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA) President & CEO talks to Paul about the importance of supporting small businesses.

North Carolina celebrates its annual Small Business Week, as declared by Governor Roy Cooper. Over 990,000 small businesses employ 1.7 million workers across the State. Business North Carolina magazine recently released its Power 100 list for 2023, highlighting the State's most influential private-sector business leaders. We'll recognize those on the list with ties to the High Country and Northwest region. We also saw a strong showing of Vision Northwest North Carolina alumni on this year's list. We'll also unveil the next round of breakout session panelists for Vision Northwest North Carolina on this week's show. Who among them are the next leaders to show strong examples of business success in the Northwest region, and how can they help motivate the next wave of business growth for our area?Mind your Business is produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The radio show airs each Thursday morning at 10:05AM on WATA (1450AM/96.5FM) in the High Country. The podcast version of the program is made possible each week by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate and sponsored in part by Appalachian Regional Healthcare System.Support the show

This is the full show for May 1, 2023. We ask the American Mama why we're making English more difficult for political reasons. We Dig Deep into the problem with the SBA's Small Business Week. Plus, a student got sent home from school because of what his shirt said. What he did next is a Bright Spot. And, we finish off with a story of a high school senior who's received so many college scholarships you'll be left saying, “Whoa!”

This Morning, Happy May The 4th, child labor is popular, we travel to our 3 favorite states for OTF and joining us are comedian Gianmarco Soresi & Mark Poloncarz on Small Business Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local health officials have issued another Overdose Spike Alert - the second already this year... prompting some to question the effectiveness of the community's response to the drug problem (at 16:19) --- Entrepreneurship is booming in America... for Small Business Week, Tom Sullivan of the US Chamber of Commerce explains how local companies can apply to be recognized as the best of the best (at 28:26) --- Around Town: With dozens of visual and performing artists and some 30 participating galleries, shops and restaurants, Downtown Findlay's Spring ArtWalk will be the best yet (at 47:37)

Business Brain is a podcast by, for, and about entrepreneurs. In this episode, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss the importance of utilizing one's business brain to improve their lives and lead a charmed life. They also recognize Small Business Week and mention how Amanda Palmer's use of Patreon […] The post The Whistle, The Workhorse and The Whale – Business Brain 445 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

It's National Small Business Week, and we are sharing love for some of our favorite neighborhood businesses. The city is also hosting webinars for current and prospective business owners all week, and pointing folks to the Shop Local website which has tons of resources. Plus, the Chicago Public Library has announced three new branches coming to Woodlawn, Back of the Yards, and Humboldt Park. Lead Producer Carrie Shepherd, producer Simone Alicea and host Jacoby Cochran have the details and discuss all the great things to do at your local library. Some of your pizza recs: Fat Chris's Pizza and Such Edwardo's Kitchen 17 Other links mentioned: Our Beverly Neighborhood Guide Our Guide to Vegan Takes on Chi Classics Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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No charges will be filed in connection with a fatal crowd surge at a concert at the Main Street Armory in March; New Yorkers with Medicaid coverage will have more dental treatment options available soon; small businesses across Monroe County are being recognized for their contributions during Small Business Week.

Brian shares why Small Business Week is so important to the organizations' 31,000+ members, the largest small business organization in the country.Join Brian Calley of Small Business Association of Michigan as he discusses how important small businesses are, not only to communities in which they're located, but how they help drive the state's economy.  As a former Michigan Lt. Governor, hear how his career has positioned him to help small businesses in all 83 counties of the state and why Michigan Small Business Week is so important to the backbone of our economy.  

We're celebrating National Small Business Week with this episode.  SEGMENT 1:  In our first segment, I will be speaking with CT Mobley from ADP about how they are supporting emerging and underserved small businesses and their role as an official Small Business Week sponsor.   SEGMENT 2: Begins at 10:35 Emily Garman is in conversation with Finance and Mindset Coach Christina Edel about the implications of taking on business debt. For any resources mentioned on the show today, visit our show notes over at experian.com/smbmatters.    Want to help us grow? Drop us an honest review and rating on whichever platform you are listening on.   FOLLOW US   Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

Governor Whitmer proclaim April 30th - May 6th 2023, Small Business Week in MI. Whitmer declares America's small businesses continue to pioneer innovative solutions to our country's greatest challenges and create opportunities for families and workers.

May 1, 2023 ~ WJR's Jeff Sloan talks to Paul about "Small Business Week" and he says take the time this week to support a local small business.

Every year during the first week of May, the US Small Business Administration names a national small business person of the year, as well as one for each state. At the same time, the agency hosts events that expose small businesses to new business strategies, networking opportunities, and educational sessions. This year, National Small Business Week is April 30-May 6. Mike Switzer interviews Gregg White, the SBA's district director for South Carolina.

In this episode, Business Forward welcomed U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Xavier Becerra and Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), for a briefing on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace Open Enrollment, Small Business Week of Action, and ways business leaders can get involved in ACA enrollment.

Julie Keyes Recaps 2022 and Looks ahead to 2023!In this #PoisedforExit episode, Julie is interviewed by her producer, Bob Sansevere. Let's start by highlighting the hefty discount on the BRT course for Small Business Week! You get the complete course for only $199! That is a 60% savings over the regular price using promo code SMALLBIZ2022. So don't delay, this deal expires Saturday, December 3rd. Now back to the podcast. Bob and Julie cover a bit about her work as an exit planner, and then move on to talk about some of her favorite episodes of 2022. If you are in a family business and plan to transition internally, check out these episodes:  "Choosing and Preparing Your Successor" with Heather Parbst and "Remodeling a Remodeling Business" with John and Marc Sylvestre. If a big 2023 initiative for your company is to increase top line sales, check out the interview with Scott Plum called "Stop Helping People and Start Working with People" If your company needs to build a stronger culture and you don't know where to start, listen to Super Bowl Champion, Ben Utecht's interview called "Let's Talk Culture" Julie also talked about what's coming up in 2023; new guests, returning guests and some new sponsors to feature as well including TrustPoint and Evolve Systems! Check out the episode here! Thank you to this month's sponsor!  Sunbelt Business Advisors and John A Knutson & Co, PLLP, JAK + Co and TrustPointLIMITED TIME OFFER - 60% OFF THRU 12.3.22It's never too early to start planning.Check out the Business Readiness Transition online course offered by Julie #Keyestrategies

This week is small business week, and that is what we are talking about on today's podcast. Is 2022 the year to start a business? Take your side hustle to the next level. We are seasoned business owners, and we give you our take on how to start a business with a budget or no budget at all. We talk about how to set up a business. Where will you locate your business? Must-haves for your business Learn how to accept payments, banking, accounting, and more. We are celebrating small business all month long in May. If you have a small business, leave a comment, and we will give you a shout-out. CARPE DIEM - SIEZE THE DAY Peace out Follow B2B Vault on your favorite podcast app and social media.

In Today's Podcast, we celebrate and talk about Small Business Week. I talk about my business journey, and we will be giving some shoutouts during the podcast to local business owners that we work with. SupremeClean - supremeclean.biz - they clean our offices and do a GREAT JOB. Justina and her staff do a great job! Adam and Joes - adamandjoes.com - we have been ordering lunches from them for years! Friendly and Quick Delivery - we are in the cypress creek area in Fort Lauderdale. You can dine-in, take out, or they deliver. Hart Screen Printing - hartscreenprinting.com - for hats and shirts John Hart is a local business owner close to our office in Margate FL Tri-County Animal Rescue - tricountyanimalrescue.com - is where we adopted Rocky - "B2B Vault's Mascot". Facebook Groups where you can promote your businesses Open for business Broward -https://www.facebook.com/groups/262314301567467/ Executive Business Networking - this group has people from all over the USA. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/exbiznetworking/ We talk about five must-haves for any Small to Medium Sized Business. We also spoke about ways to support small businesses this week. Shop local, buy a gift or gift card, order takeout, and give a great tip! Go Small before you go Big this week! Write a review for a local small business. Share a social media post from your favorite local business Tag a local business when you are there or leaving Post a picture of yourself at your favorite business So let's all celebrate SMALL Business Week and support a small business or two. Carpe Diem

This week's episode of Everyday Wealth celebrates Small Business Week, with Soledad O'Brien and Jean Chatzky sharing their personal experiences of building their own small businesses, including great tips and lessons they've learned and mistakes they've made along the way. Later in the episode, Jean and Soledad are joined by Director of the Retirement Plans Division at Edelman Financial Engines, Jim Marx, and Edelman Financial Engines wealth planner Isabel Barrow to discuss 401(k)s and retirement plans for small-business owners.   Neither Edelman Financial Engines, a division of Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C., nor its affiliates offer tax or legal advice. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to seek advice from qualified tax and/or legal experts regarding the best options for your particular circumstances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.