By Mariana Alvarado and Tim Steller ARIZONA DAILY STAR January 2, 2011 A group
of local business owners is planning to travel to Hermosillo and Ciudad Obregón, Sonora to promote cross-border commerce and get the word out to Tucsonans that... Continue reading >>
A committee comprised
of local business owners, state Forest Rangers, and citizen volunteers is overseeing the process, alongside the town board in Schroon Lake and the Regional Office Of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) in Lake Placid.
Prompted by a local magazine article addressing the problem, city councilor Steven Leal arranged a meeting with a group
of local business owners, including the magazine's publisher, John Hudak, and Don Luria, of Cafe Terra Cotta.
Having run successful enterprises in High Falls, Hudson and Kingston Don would bring to the Board the viewpoint
of a local business owner.
Recently, the residents of Ambergris Caye were privileged to witness some Island Miracles, as a result of the efforts
of local business owner Lara Goldman, 12 Belize — best one - stop gift shopping on the island.
Not exact matches
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local government and utilize
local small
business resources such as your
local chapter
of S.C.O.R.E. «We need you as small
business owners, as leaders in your communities to -LSB-...]
For the most part my clients fall into 3 categories: my peers — fellow YFE's looking for inspiration on how to incorporate more visual elements into their web presence, seasoned creative entrepreneurs seeking out a stronger connection with the Millenniel mindset, and traditional
local business owners - searching for innovative ways to use the softer side
of social media.
John Gerzema
of the advertising agency Young & Rubicam wonders if Starbucks is sandboxing a new back - end service similar to what Amazon.com provides to small online retailers: Independent coffee - shop
owners could plug into Starbucks distribution network but still retain
local credibility and control, and the «Bucks could expand its
business without adding retail locations.
In addition to the difficulty that many potential
business owners face in accessing capital, aboriginal people have unique challenges to securing financing including legislation prohibiting the use
of on - reserve assets as collateral, lack
of local financial institutions to work with, and lack
of access to angel investment or venture capital.
After speaking to
locals and
business owners in the area, he realized that a boutique, upscale resort within walking distance
of everything was a niche not being met.
He and a staff
of half a dozen people who work for his latest company, the Downtown Project, have been corralling
local business owners, drafting development plans, and giving tours to entrepreneurs to try to persuade them to relocate to Sin City.
Google +
Local makes it easy to get to the top of local search results, yet few small business owners even take the time to claim and optimize their list
Local makes it easy to get to the top
of local search results, yet few small business owners even take the time to claim and optimize their list
local search results, yet few small
business owners even take the time to claim and optimize their listings.
If you're a small -
business owner, a positive mention
of your
business on a national TV program would be amazing, but let's face it: Your customers are probably reading the free
local newspaper that gets thrown onto your driveway each week.
Click through to read about the growth strategies
of Kylie and other
local business owners
The number
of small -
business loans fell dramatically during the recession, as big banks cut off credit to customers they considered risky and many smaller and regional banks that once lent to
local business owners shut their doors.
Berman also advises that
business owners reach out to industry experts or associations in their field, but most
of all to their
local board
of health.
It's a word that, here, does not so much connote an actual small -
business owner as a feeling — an image
of the young worker in the 21st - century gig economy who DJs on the weekends and, while almost certainly doing underpaid and entirely precarious labour, has earned the right to work from her
local coffee shop in the slouchy drop - shoulder crewneck
of her choice.
As the
owner of a
local business, you have to face several disadvantages.
Local business owners who have caught wind
of the tour are starting to take action, too.
The outcry is in response to Indiana's Republican Gov. Mike Pence signing into law a «religious freedom» bill that will free individuals and
business owners from abiding by state and
local laws that «substantially» burden their exercise
of religion, unless the government can prove that it has a compelling interest and is doing so by the least restrictive means.
Thirty - eight percent
of small -
business owners believe their
local economy will improve over the next year.
A new Bank
of America survey reveals that small -
business owners rely heavily on their
local economies.
The tale
of a
local diner
owner who sought
local elected office, and the dangers he faced with his
business.
There's nothing you can do to stop winter from setting in, but if the thought
of another season
of polar vortices and
local news broadcasts about «snowmageddon» has you dreading the months ahead, perhaps there is another option for some lucky
business owners and freelancers.
So, they have simplified their platform for these
business owners, where 80 per cent
of their core platform looks at solving the basic needs
of businesses, while the rest varies according to the geographical location,
local government regulations, actual needs
of the
business, relationship with their accountants, etc..
Business owners are increasingly relying on paid search advertising as a primary acquisition tool since it ensures you'll turn up at or near the top
of search results, and search engine advertising can be just as effective for
local businesses as for national ones.
While the Deluxe staff on the tour are giving free presentations on many topics I've spoken and written about including Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, building Web Sites and lots
of others, my presentation for this tour is on «
local marketing» - how you as a small
business owner can easily use the Internet to * successfully * gain visibility and sales within a
local area at very little cost.
Local franchisees simply do a better job of serving their clients and building long - term trust — local business owners like to do business with other businesses in their commu
Local franchisees simply do a better job
of serving their clients and building long - term trust —
local business owners like to do business with other businesses in their commu
local business owners like to do
business with other
businesses in their community.
As well, they are included in our
local award program celebrations, and have the opportunity to meet and network with some
of Canada's most successful private
business owners and
business leaders.
As an active member
of the
local business culture, CMIT Solutions
of St. Louis Southwest's
owner Nick LaRosa was introduced to the ALSL at a
business expo.
In fact, when most small
business owners realize they need financing, their
local bank is the first place they think
of.
To connect with potential members through LinkedIn Groups, search for
local groups
of freelancers, entrepreneurs, remote workers, small
business owners, coworking spaces, shared workspace, etc..
The
local bank has traditionally been the source
of capital for small
business owners in the United States.
WBENC's 2010 Women's
Business Enterprise Stars were recognized at WBENC's Summit & Salute to Women's Business Enterprises for leadership in their respective local business communities, inspiration to other women business owners, and active roles at the helm of successful certified bus
Business Enterprise Stars were recognized at WBENC's Summit & Salute to Women's
Business Enterprises for leadership in their respective local business communities, inspiration to other women business owners, and active roles at the helm of successful certified bus
Business Enterprises for leadership in their respective
local business communities, inspiration to other women business owners, and active roles at the helm of successful certified bus
business communities, inspiration to other women
business owners, and active roles at the helm of successful certified bus
business owners, and active roles at the helm
of successful certified
businesses.
CMIT Solutions prides itself on making a difference in the lives
of the small - and medium - sized
business owners in its
local communities.
When municipalities fund infrastructure through deals with investment banks, that means higher costs, which are passed on to residents and
local business owners through usage fees or in the form
of higher rents or prices.
One
of the most important task for
local business owners is to build their brand and improvetheir ratings in New Zealand Business Di
business owners is to build their brand and improvetheir ratings in New Zealand
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Business Directory.
CMIT Solutions keeps close track
of the latest developments in cloud computing, visual collaboration, security measures and other key facets
of the rapidly changing technology market, ensuring that CMIT's
local owners and the
local businesses they serve stay ahead
of the game in IT support.
Traditionally, small
business owners serve the needs
of local markets.
Our franchise
owners serve as trusted
local business partners that can improve client profitability and efficiency through the use
of technology
Local franchisees understand their fellow
business owners and can offer a level
of client service unmatched in the IT industry
Stacey is also the creator
of the Daily Deals for Massive Profits Training Program, an online video training program that teaches small and
local business owners how to use daily deal sites like Groupon to skyrocket their
business growth and get massive profits.
The ultimate goal
of CMIT
local owners is not just to win
business but keep it over years, even decades, by becoming trusted technology advisors to
business clients.
Membership dues or fees the
business owner pays to benefit her standing, such as to the
local chamber
of commerce, are also deductible.
Join a
local chamber
of commerce or beauty
business association to connect with other
local business owners in the area.
As
owner of the five - year - old, Lancaster, Pennsylvnia - based Katerina's Finest, an olive oil importer and distributor, Zeppos says signing up with a barter network, comprised
of local small
business owners and companies that offer personal services, has been a godsend, particularly for financially - strapped startups like hers.
These include cold calling and interviewing from the phone book, professional references from other
business owners, or through the professional organizations to which the company belongs (like the
local chamber
of commerce or any sector association).
I've also been a small -
business owner, publishing a popular
local website geared toward kids and families (I'm a mom
of two myself).
UPDATE: Kevin Brady, Chairman
of the Ways and Means committee, has issued a letter indicating that individual
owners of pass - through
businesses will not be able to take a deduction for state and
local income taxes on their individual returns.
The main disadvantage
of doing
business with a
local shop is that the premiums you'll pay are typically higher (even when you include shipping and insurance costs) because the
business owner has overhead costs to recoup.