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A mom who started selling $5 gumbo from her car trunk now runs a thriving food truck in Tyler, Texas, thanks to mentorship from the local chamber of commerce. The new chamber director plans to help even more small businesses succeed with hands-on support.
TikTok and the International Chamber of Commerce are training Nigerian small businesses to sell globally through a new digital commerce program launching in Lagos. The free training includes AI tools, online marketing, and potential access to small business loans.
Former retail worker turned entrepreneur Liz Carrell is now leading Tea's Chamber of Commerce, bringing firsthand small business experience to guide the city's rapid growth. After opening her own boutique and piano studio, she's helping other business owners thrive in the community she calls home.
Delivery giant Glovo believes Africa may skip traditional e-commerce and jump straight to ultra-fast local delivery, just like the continent leapfrogged desktop computers for smartphones. The company is investing $77.6 million in Kenya alone to build the infrastructure for what could become the world's biggest quick commerce market.
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is funding scholarships for high school seniors whose families work at member businesses. Applications are open now through March 27, giving students a path to affordable college or trade school education.
The Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce is taking charge of recruiting companies to bring more jobs to the city. After years of limited corporate growth, business leaders are ready to change the game.
African trade experts have united to amplify the continent's voice in global commerce through a new working group led by Dr. Ese Owie. The initiative positions Africa as a strategic player in reforming the World Trade Organization.
South Korean businesses are tapping into Chinese e-commerce giants to sell their products globally, reaching 700 million shoppers without building costly overseas operations. The partnership is creating a bridge for Korean beauty, fashion, and food brands to expand internationally.
The Black Chamber of Commerce of Southern Illinois is bringing the community together for a free Juneteenth celebration this Saturday. The four-hour block party at Attucks Park promises fellowship, fun, and family-friendly activities for all ages.
America might win the AI race but lose its workforce in the process. Former Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo just unveiled a concrete plan to prevent economic chaos.
The Tampa Bay Latin Chamber is helping small business owners access free consulting, grants up to $15,000, and the mental tools needed to succeed. In three years, they've connected nearly 1,000 entrepreneurs with resources that are transforming the local economy.
Gina Raimondo, former U.S. Secretary of Commerce, just shared a bold plan to protect American workers from AI-driven job loss. Her TED talk offers concrete solutions to help the country win the AI race without leaving millions behind.
A new video series shows how entrepreneurs from India's smaller cities are building national brands with technology that solves real problems. From Jaipur artisans to Indore skincare makers, founders are turning local dreams into thriving businesses.
Sim Shagaya transformed how millions of Africans shop online with Konga, then turned his attention to education by founding Nigeria's first free private open university. His journey from military school to Harvard MBA to tech visionary shows how one entrepreneur can reshape entire industries.
After waiting decades for federal support that never came, Nigeria's Enugu Chamber of Commerce raised $500 million naira from its own members to build a massive 3,000 square meter exhibition hall. The project that was projected to take seven years was completed in just one year through pure community determination.
Five high school students who transformed their lives through perseverance received recognition and scholarships from their local Chamber of Commerce. Their stories of rising above loss, self-doubt, and hardship are inspiring their entire community.
Doctors can now see the entire heart's electrical activity at once, revealing hidden arrhythmia patterns that older systems miss. This breakthrough could make heart rhythm treatments faster, safer, and more effective for millions of patients.
Five high school students who overcame personal hardships received Rising Star awards and college scholarships at the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce's annual breakfast. Their stories prove that perseverance and community support can transform lives.
Finland has become Europe's testing ground for instant bank payments that complete transactions in seconds, not days. The innovation is reshaping how millions shop, play, and pay online across the continent.
After years of Monday closures that strangled local commerce, Anambra State's governor is bringing businesses back to life with a bold security plan. Thousands of traders at Nigeria's massive Onitsha Main Market can now open their doors every day of the week.
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