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A record 350 people packed an Iowa events center to honor local businesses driving regional growth. The surge in attendance signals growing momentum for northwest Iowa's four-county economic revival.
When a food pantry lost its only vehicle in a crash, local businesses stepped up to fund a replacement wrapped in community pride. The new van keeps fresh food flowing to neighbors in need across Adel.
Ten high school seniors in Oskaloosa, Iowa are earning graduation credits by solving actual problems for local businesses while learning workplace skills employers desperately need. The Innovation Hub connects students with companies that get real solutions while teens master everything from professional emails to confident handshakes.
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.
High schoolers in Oskaloosa are ditching traditional classrooms to tackle actual business challenges in a basement workspace where learning finally feels real. They're designing logos, creating thermal imaging models, and discovering what they're capable of when the work actually matters.
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.
A spontaneous moment of faith brought a busy Iowa restaurant to a standstill when a patron asked President Trump if he could pray for him before a scheduled speech. The unscripted prayer drew amens and applause from fellow diners.
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.
A young Iowa farmer bought the land next door to his childhood home, turning a lifelong dream into reality with help from a state program designed to launch new farming careers. Colton Homan now owns the farm he'll work for the rest of his life.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
A husband-and-wife team is turning their hometown into a beverage manufacturing hub. Their ready-to-drink cocktail brand just broke ground on a 10,000 square-foot facility in Adel, Iowa.
A Bondurant, Iowa startup is solving the wind energy industry's biggest recycling headache by transforming massive retired turbine blades into affordable concrete traffic barriers. The innovative process keeps tons of material out of landfills while slashing costs by more than half.
Iowa's annual Pick-Up Iowa program launches April 1st with a mission to beautify waterways, roadways, and neighborhoods across the state. Organizers are calling for volunteers of all ages to join the three-month cleanup effort.
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.
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 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.
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