community entrepreneurship

Culture by Design: Building a Strong Company Culture from Day One

June 25, 2025

According to Deloitte, 94% of executives and 88% of employees say a strong culture is key to success, but only 19% of executives believe their organization’s culture is “widely upheld”

Juneteenth Spotlight: Honoring Innovation and the Power of Black-Owned Businesses

June 19, 2025

Juneteenth marks a powerful moment in American history. This day, June 19, has become a time of reflection, resilience and celebration for the Black community, symbolizing liberation and the ongoing

How LGBTQ+ Business Owners Are Essential for Community-Driven Economic Growth

June 3, 2025

LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs are driving success in business not just by building thriving companies, but by fueling innovation, job creation and inclusive economic growth. Their resilience and creativity have a measurable

Balancing Family and Big Dreams: How Entrepreneurial Moms Drive Growth and Innovation

May 9, 2025

Juggling motherhood and entrepreneurship is not a simple way of life. But like many women, I’ve embraced the challenge with determination, knowing that resilience and ambition make an unstoppable duo.

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: The Creativity and Influence of Asian American Innovators

May 6, 2025

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the vibrant and enduring contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) to every facet of American life—culture, technology, science,

Leading With Sustainability: Insights from Bevla Reeves of Flaming Oats

April 22, 2025

Earth Day is a meaningful reminder to small businesses of their responsibility to practice environmental stewardship. It offers a chance to consider sustainable business practices, involve customers in green projects

How to Turn Likes Into Loyalty: Capturing Gen Z’s Attention on Social Media

April 15, 2025

By 2030, Generation Z’s buying power is expected to grow by $12 trillion according to Neison, so understanding how to reach Gen Z is no longer a choice—it’s a requirement

Testing the Waters: How MVPs Turn Great Ideas Into Success

April 9, 2025

Creating a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) is a smart way to test a business idea with minimal resources, gather feedback and make improvements before going all in. Instead of spending

Why Making the Right Connections Leads to Better Funding Opportunities

April 2, 2025

Building a business isn’t just about what you know—it’s about who you know. Connections can make all the difference. Networking and cultivating strong professional relationships can open doors to new