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Nonprofit groups join forces to encourage entrepreneurship
5/23/2013
- Wall Street Journal, The
Two nonprofit groups -- Startup America Partnership and Startup Weekend -- that are focused on promoting entrepreneurial activity are joining forces to form a new entity known as Up Global. "Our commu… Read More
Predicting the future of crowdfunding
5/23/2013
- VentureBeat
As the popularity of crowdfunding continues to grow, niche platforms are likely to pop up that serve specific needs, writes Carl Esposti, CEO of Massolution. "While it's smart for a new platform to ch… Read More
Information and advice for women business owners
NAWBO® SmartBrief
Published in partnership with: National Association of Women Business Owners
Analysis: Many small firms are exempt from health insurance mandate
5/22/2013
- CNNMoney
Opponents of the health care law say its requirement that employers provide employee health insurance or pay a fine will have a devastating impact on small businesses, but research paints a different … Read More
Founder ponders how to grow her baby-products brand
5/22/2013
- Globe and Mail (Toronto) (tiered subscription model), The
Jane Walter, founder of Canada-based OrganicKidz, is looking to expand her business in stainless-steel baby bottles. The company is considering new products and sales points in North America and beyon… Read More
The latest franchising news and trends
IFA SmartBrief
Published in partnership with: International Franchise Association
Senate committee OKs bipartisan immigration reform
5/22/2013
- Wall Street Journal, The
The Senate Judiciary Committee passed a bipartisan immigration reform bill Tuesday, sending the bill to the full Senate for a vote in early June. If passed, the bill would provide resources and goals … Read More
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