NZ Businesses Fund Free Swimming Lessons for Kids
New Zealand companies are stepping up to teach children life-saving swimming skills as drowning deaths spike. Two businesses donated to a campaign getting thousands of kids safe in the water. #
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Small Businesses Show Resilience During National Week
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.
Family Business Wins UK's Top SME Award from George Clooney
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.
Costa Rica Small Business Registry Doubles in 4 Years
Costa Rica's official small business registry has grown 97% since 2022, bringing more than 36,000 entrepreneurs into the formal economy. The shift gives thousands of business owners access to training, financing, and government support that can help them grow.
Victoria's Small Businesses Win Big With Diversity
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.
South Carolina Now Best State for New Business Success
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.
Latino Businesses Surge 65% in North Carolina
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.
Brazil: Women Now Lead 42% of New Small Businesses
Women entrepreneurs are reshaping Brazil's economy, launching 42% of all new small businesses and expanding far beyond traditional industries into tech, consulting, and digital innovation. Education, digital tools, and e-commerce are making it easier than ever for women to build competitive businesses.
African Investor Pushes Universities to Teach Real Business
George Odo, senior partner at AfricInvest, says African universities teach business plans but skip the crucial lessons about how capital actually works. His two-decade journey from humanitarian aid to private equity revealed what founders really need to know.
Nigerian Billionaire's Memoir Wins Africa Business Book Award
Femi Otedola's "Making It Big" just won the 2026 African Business Book of the Year Award, less than a year after hitting No. 1 on Amazon. The memoir shares hard-won lessons from his journey to becoming a billionaire at 41.
Oklahoma City Named Top 5 State to Start a Business in 2026
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.
African Innovators Turn Water Scarcity Into Business Model
A writer's childhood lesson in rural South Africa—washing with half a cup of water—inspired a revolutionary approach to business constraints across Africa. Companies like Coca-Cola are proving that adapting to local realities, rather than importing Western solutions, creates extraordinary success.
Business Students Tackle Real Ethics at Philly Soup Kitchen
A management professor turned a Philadelphia soup kitchen's struggle into a powerful classroom lesson. Students now analyze real-world ethical dilemmas facing St. Francis Inn, where compassion meets business strategy.
Utah Mom Beats Cancer, Builds Jewelry Business After Divorce
Jerilyn Brunson learned to weld custom jewelry on a maxed-out credit card after her divorce, then fought breast cancer while launching her business. Two years later, she's cancer-free and empowering other women through her permanent jewelry shop in Lehi.
Victoria Hosts Resource Fair for Small Businesses
Victoria, Texas brought together entrepreneurs and support organizations for a Small Business Resource Fair, creating a one-stop shop for business owners seeking help. The event showcased the city's commitment to keeping local businesses thriving, even during challenging economic times.
Utah Immigrant Helped Launch Thousands of Small Businesses
Gladys Gonzalez turned her own struggle as a Colombian immigrant into a mission that helped thousands of Utah entrepreneurs build successful businesses. Her legacy at the Suazo Business Center now spans three generations of business owners.
Ghana Expo Turns World Cup into Business Opportunity
A Ghanaian travel company is helping local entrepreneurs transform the 2026 World Cup from just a sports event into a global business launchpad. The Made in Ghana Business Expo connects businesses with international markets during the tournament.
New Program Helps Small Businesses Before Debt Default
A New York debt relief firm launched the first program that helps small business owners reduce merchant cash advance payments before they miss payments and face legal trouble. The Reconciliation Shield uses contract clauses most merchants don't know exist.
Vietnamese Women Now Lead 20% of Nation's Businesses
Vietnamese women are reshaping the country's economy, holding nearly a third of leadership positions and owning one in five businesses. Their shift from workforce to boardroom is driving sustainable growth across Vietnam.
$140 Loan Launches Namibian Seamstress Into Business Owner
A $140 loan from a village savings group helped an unemployed Namibian woman transform her natural sewing talent into a registered business making school uniforms. Foibe Nakashwa now owns three industrial machines and is rebuilding after pandemic setbacks.
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