Biotech Entrepreneur Got Startup Funding from a Tip While Driving for Uber

Joshua Britton is a biotech entrepreneur with a successful company that’s innovating in the competitive field of cosmetics. But a few years ago, he was a student driving for Uber on the side. Luckily for Britton, according to a...

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Small Business Owner Responds Quickly to Capitalize on Taylor Swift-Fueled Sales

Everything that Taylor Swift touches seemingly turns to gold – especially if it’s a product from a small business. Cassey Ho, founder of activewear brand Popflex, recently learned this lesson when Swift was seen wearing the brand’s purple pirouette skort...

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Shopify Capital Injects $5.1 Billion into Entrepreneurship

Shopify Capital is changing how entrepreneurs access funding, providing a much-needed capital injection into the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Traditional banking systems have long been a significant obstacle for entrepreneurs, with lengthy and complicated application processes leading to high rejection rates. This...

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Sheetz Stores Sued by DOJ for Racial Discrimination in Hiring Practice

The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against Sheetz, the US chain of convenience stores. The federal agency alleges that the chain violated federal law by denying employment to a number of applicants because of...

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Small Business Owners Have to Pay Back The IRS for Tax Credit Scam

Like many business owners, Scott Volner struggled during the pandemic. Volner, who runs a fertilizer business in a small town in Missouri, was ultimately able to keep his company afloat. However, his business then faced an even greater challenge...

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Rural Business Owners Can Apply for Grant Funds to Cover Energy Efficient Upgrades

With so many grant programs available to small businesses today, it can be difficult to sort out the most relevant information. The list below includes grants that many small businesses may qualify for, along with a few informational sessions...

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Master Social Media Marketing with Tips from Small Business Experts

Social media is a must for most small businesses today. But each strategy may look a bit different. Luckily, members of the online small business community have tips tailored to nearly every type of business. Find the insights that...

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Don’t Miss Strategic Marketing West 2024

Strategic Marketing West 2024 will gather marketing chiefs from top brands to discuss leveraging data and AI for personalized experiences. The Los Angeles event (May 8-9) will tackle customer connection in a culture-driven market. Free access to virtual sessions...

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Amazon’s Numbers Game: Key Amazon Statistics

Amazon emerges as a formidable king in global commerce, and its moves are calculated in bytes and bandwidth as well as sales. The company’s numbers show dominance and ambition, from its staggering revenue figures to colossal shipping volumes. Amazon’s...

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Adobe Updates Photoshop with Advanced Generative Capabilities

Adobe has announced an update to Photoshop, which brings more creative power to users of all skill levels. The new Photoshop (beta) introduces advanced generative capabilities, including Reference Image, Generate Image, and Generate Similar, which empower users to bring...

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