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Australia's small businesses can win free celebrity marketing support from chef Adam Liaw, fashion founder Brittney Saunders, and TV host Jamie Durie. The competition offers meet-and-greets and social media promotion when marketing budgets are stretched thin.
Small businesses across Victoria are discovering that cultural diversity isn't just good for communities—it's great for their bottom line. With over 290 languages spoken and 314 ancestries represented, Victorian businesses are turning multicultural connections into real competitive advantages.
Fourteen young Ghanaian entrepreneurs competed for cash prizes totaling $1,900 to launch and grow their businesses at a national talent competition. The winner, a sustainable soap company, took home $1,200 to expand operations.
During National Small Business Week, ADP celebrates 900,000 small business owners who turn passion into progress despite constant challenges. Their secret weapon? Simplifying operations to focus on what matters most.
A British family business run by seven family members just won the UK's top small business award, presented by Hollywood star George Clooney. Champions Speakers built their success one booking at a time across 66 countries.
What started with three student teams six years ago has exploded into an 83-team innovation competition where high schoolers pitch real businesses and win thousands in funding. Westfield High School just crowned its 2026 winners, awarding nearly $12,000 to student entrepreneurs.
South Carolina has emerged as America's top state for keeping new businesses alive, with only 17.7% failing in their first year compared to the national average of 22.1%. The state welcomed over 3,000 more new businesses than it lost last year, proving entrepreneurs are finding fertile ground in the Palmetto State.
Nigeria is ramping up support for eight million women-led businesses that generate over $15 billion annually, aiming to transform them into competitive exporters under Africa's new continental trade agreement. The move addresses a major gap where women run 40% of small businesses but receive less than 20% of formal financing.
Oklahoma has earned recognition as one of the top five states to launch a small business in 2026, fueled by entrepreneurial spirit and strong community support. Local business leaders are sharing proven strategies to help new ventures thrive for the long haul.
Savannah is rolling out the welcome mat for entrepreneurs with a week packed full of networking events, competitions, and workshops designed to help local businesses thrive. The city's support comes at a crucial time when nearly half of all startups fail within five years.
Latino entrepreneurs in North Carolina grew their business ownership by 65% in five years, creating 80,000 companies that generate $2.5 billion in revenue. From construction to real estate, these small businesses are becoming the backbone of local economies across the state.
A 16-year-old Wisconsin student who couldn't find the perfect ski pants decided to make them himself. His business just swept a statewide competition and earned him $5,000.
German researchers and business leaders unveiled a roadmap to restore the country's competitive edge, focusing on innovation, reduced bureaucracy, and support for entrepreneurs. The plan includes tax relief, streamlined regulations, and new protections for self-employed parents.
After finishing her final exam, 15-year-old Alice Esinam battled flooded streets in Ghana to pitch her mother's catering business. She arrived drenched but delivered a speech that moved judges to award her $15,000 and free coaching.
A Heidelberg University graduate turned a pitch competition idea into a real company helping small businesses get more customer reviews. Now he's using automated tools to make sure great local shops don't stay hidden.
Female entrepreneurs across the UK are sharing their hard-won wisdom on building successful businesses, revealing that confidence isn't required to start—just a clear direction and the courage to begin. Their collective advice could help unlock £310 billion for the UK economy.
Over 100 aspiring entrepreneurs in Lima, Ohio are learning how to turn their business dreams into reality through a free six-week academy. Students who complete the program can compete for startup grants at PitchFest.
A Maryland program combined grants with expert coaching to help small businesses survive major construction disruption. The results? Revenue jumped 25% and one struggling company transformed into a marketplace supporting 40 food entrepreneurs.
Visa just rolled out a major new platform to tackle the biggest hurdles facing small business owners: getting funding, finding customers, and using modern tech. The program kicks off with $100 million in partnership with lender Lendistry.
After a decade mentoring small businesses through growth and burnout, Jenny Henderson says resilience isn't built in headlines. It's built in habits focused on clarity, courage, and community.
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