Is Family Business Succession a Family Affair or a Family Fiasco?

As Baby Boomers prepare to retire, family-owned businesses across the nation are at a pivotal crossroads. Transitioning leadership and ownership is a complex process, often more challenging in family-run businesses, especially for Black-owned enterprises that face unique obstacles in...

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Survey: Inflation Continues to Challenge U.S. Businesses Despite Settling Rates

A new survey conducted by SumUp reveals that inflation remains a persistent challenge for businesses across the United States. While inflation rates have moderated in recent months, 85% of surveyed business owners reported negative impacts on their operations over...

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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Pro for Advanced AI Capabilities

OpenAI has unveiled ChatGPT Pro, a new subscription plan designed to provide researchers, engineers, and other professionals with enhanced access to its most advanced AI models. Priced at $200 per month, ChatGPT Pro aims to cater to users tackling...

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Fiverr Survey Reveals Optimism Among SMB Owners Despite Challenges After 2024 Election

Fiverr released findings from a survey of 1,001 U.S. small business owners, revealing optimism for 2025 despite challenges stemming from economic policies under the new administration. The research highlights small business concerns about tariffs, taxes, inflation, and workforce issues,...

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Thryv Holdings to Acquire Keap in $80 Million Deal

Thryv Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: THRY), a leading provider of software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Infusion Software, Inc., known as Keap. The $80 million acquisition...

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Canva Announces 2025 Canva Create Event, Set for Los Angeles and Online

Canva has announced the return of its annual event, Canva Create, for 2025, promising its largest and most innovative celebration of creativity yet. The event will take place at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on April 10, 2025, with...

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In the News: A Time for Reflection and Looking Ahead

We’re nearing the end of 2024 and with the holiday shopping season behind small business owners, many are looking ahead to the new year in 2025. It’s always a good time to set goals for the year ahead, gather...

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Square Partners with Sysco, Unveils New Features for Restaurant Operators

Square has announced a new strategic partnership with Sysco, a global foodservice distributor, and introduced several new features designed to help restaurants streamline operations, save time, and improve cash flow. The partnership and product updates aim to enhance the...

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Zoho Payroll Manages Major Headache for Small Businesses

A new software cuts through the complexity small businesses and entrepreneurs face when wrestling with their payrolls. Zoho announced the launch of Zoho Payroll in the US Dec. 12 following similar launches in India in 2019 and the United Arab...

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SBA Expands Access to Small Business Loans in Underserved Communities

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has authorized four new Small Business Lending Companies (SBLCs) to expand access to its 7(a) loan program, a critical financing tool for small businesses. The move, announced December 23 by SBA Administrator Isabel...

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