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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.
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.
Utah just launched a grant giving businesses up to $6,000 for every new full-time job they create in rural communities. The program aims to bring quality employment to small towns across the state.
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.
Utah State University just opened a new center dedicated to bringing jobs, internet access, and business training to rural communities across the state. The Center for Rural Economic Development & Emerging Technologies will unite existing programs into one powerful platform serving areas that need economic support most.
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.
Both Utah soccer teams claimed victories Saturday, with the Royals securing their first-ever win against Angel City FC while Real Salt Lake dominated Portland at home. The double header brought electric energy to Utah soccer fans and showcased homegrown talent shining on the field.
Nearly a fifth of Utah communities are giving residents the power to support renewable energy for the cost of a coffee. The Utah Renewable Communities program makes clean energy accessible to everyone, not just homeowners who can afford solar panels.
Ten Utah teachers just received grants totaling $40,000 to bring their most creative classroom ideas to life. The awards, presented by Utah's First Lady and a former Miss America, will fund projects ranging from STEM programs to literacy initiatives.
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.
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.
PayPal is waiving processing fees on $1 billion worth of transactions to help American small businesses grow. The new Small Business Initiative will support veteran-owned companies and businesses in farming, manufacturing, and technology.
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.
Fifteen high school students in Northern Utah will spend a week building a fully functional street-legal electric vehicle from the ground up. The hands-on program launches this July at Utah State University's cutting-edge electric vehicle research center.
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.
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