Westword: Celebrate Black History Month by Supporting Small Businesses

Westword: Celebrate Black History Month by Supporting Small Businesses

Each February, Black History Month invites us to celebrate the contributions of Black Americans to our nation’s story. But this month should go beyond honoring the past; it should also […]

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The Macon Melody: Protect economic edge by opposing tariffs

The Macon Melody: Protect economic edge by opposing tariffs

For the 12th year in a row, Georgia ranked as the top state for doing business in the country. Behind this economic success are 1.4 million small businesses in our […]

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The Palm Beach Post: Small Florida Businesses Needs Certainty With Trade

The Palm Beach Post: Small Florida Businesses Needs Certainty With Trade

Small businesses across Florida walk a fine line. There is zero margin for error, and small economic shocks result in major operational shakeups. Tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration are […]

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Shop Local and Online This Small Business Saturday

Shop Local and Online This Small Business Saturday

Holiday shopping is upon us, and Thanksgiving week features the biggest retail days of the year. In 2024, U.S. sales during this season reached nearly $1 trillion, and we can expect another […]

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Mike Jadin: The COOL online act gives hardworking Wisconsin businesses owners heartburn

Mike Jadin: The COOL online act gives hardworking Wisconsin businesses owners heartburn

The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. I’ve been running my online business out of Wisconsin for a […]

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Opinion: This National Small Business Month, let’s remember online sellers

Opinion: This National Small Business Month, let’s remember online sellers

Owning a small business has been one of the most fulfilling experiences in my life. It’s stressful at times and a huge responsibility, but the reward is worth the effort […]

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Letter: Business Building Our Communities

Letter: Business Building Our Communities

Nebraska has truly shone in 2023, claiming the impressive No. 4 spot among U.S. News and World Report Best States list. Notably, we’re standing tall in the top 10 rankings […]

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Local Opinion: Small Online Sellers are a Powerful Force

Local Opinion: Small Online Sellers are a Powerful Force

The holiday season has arrived, and with it has come the yearly surge in retail shopping from Black Friday until the days before Christmas. While the traditional rush into department […]

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Online Marketplaces Boost Small Businesses

Online Marketplaces Boost Small Businesses

Small businesses play a critical role in communities like ours. My own shop, Dorinda’s Chocolates, and others like it provide good jobs and help to keep our local economy healthy. […]

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MMC’s Letter to Congress Opposing the SHOP SAFE Act

MMC’s Letter to Congress Opposing the SHOP SAFE Act

MMC and Small Business Owners Send Letter to Congress Voicing Opposition to SHOP SAFE Act Inclusion in China Competitiveness Package Read the full letter here. More than 60 small business […]

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The SHOP SAFE Act

The SHOP SAFE Act

What is the SHOP SAFE Act? SHOP SAFE is a federal bill that is currently being considered as part of the Bipartisan Innovation Act (previously known as America COMPETES HR […]

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‘Shop Safe’ Provision in the America Competes Act Puts Online Sellers in Danger

‘Shop Safe’ Provision in the America Competes Act Puts Online Sellers in Danger

By unfairly putting the onus of the counterfeit goods problem squarely on the shoulders of online marketplaces, Shop Safe could effectively reshape the way more than 263 million Americans shop […]

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