Today’s rapidly evolving pace of technology has obviously changed the way we send and receive information. As small business owners, trying to keep up can be overwhelming, but we must adjust the way we market to and connect with our customers if we’re going to stay competitive. As a new business owner, I quickly realized that I could no longer market my business like the previous owners had and I would like to share with you some of what I’ve learned. Although I’m very comfortable with … [Read more...] about Technology Helping Small Businesses
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Northern Arizonans Invited to Learn About Health Care Options
If you own or work for a small business, chances are you are pretty busy all the time. But, take a break sometime between 7:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on April 13 and take in the Small Business Health Fair at the Flagstaff Aquaplex hosted by North Country HealthCare. This will be an opportunity to learn a little about your health, perhaps get a free blood screening and gain knowledge about local services that will help keep you healthy. Flagstaff resident Ruth Austin, who owns PS Printing with … [Read more...] about Northern Arizonans Invited to Learn About Health Care Options
Top 2011 Small Business Policy Developments
This week SBE Council issued "Top Policy Highlights and Lowlights for Small Business in 2011," a list of significant policy developments this past year for the nation's small business owners and entrepreneurs. SBE Council President & CEO Karen Kerrigan said the list includes a range of issues that will impact the economic and business climate for 2012 and beyond. Small business owners and entrepreneurs played a key role in helping to advance constructive policies on the list. It also … [Read more...] about Top 2011 Small Business Policy Developments
Bank of America Hiring Small Business Bankers in AZ
Bank of America is announcing the hiring of 29 small business bankers across the state of Arizona to provide guidance and counsel to local small business owners. One of the bankers is Janet Monette, who will work out of the downtown Flagstaff branch at 125 E. Birch Avenue. The additional bankers are part of the company's previously announced plan to hire approximately 1,000 new small business bankers throughout the U.S. Through a relationship with a Bank of America small business … [Read more...] about Bank of America Hiring Small Business Bankers in AZ
SBE Responding to Low Job Numbers
The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council) issued the following statement on June's employment data, which showed an anemic 18,000 jobs gain. The U.S. Department of Labor also reported a downward revision (-44,000) in the job numbers for April and May. "The jobs numbers are not surprising given low business confidence, increased government costs, increased health coverage and energy costs and the fact that small business owners are not generating enough new or sustained … [Read more...] about SBE Responding to Low Job Numbers
Moratorium on Uranium Mining Extended
The federal government today extended a moratorium on new mining claims at the Grand Canyon. The extension will be in place for six months, said Interior Secretary Ken Salazar. The Interior Secretary cited concerns about water, air quality and scenery for the moratorium. Salazar has said he and the Obama administration prefer a 20 year ban on new mining claims but they are still studying the issues. Mining groups are critical of the decision, saying more uranium mining is needed to … [Read more...] about Moratorium on Uranium Mining Extended
Poor Job Numbers Reflect Grim Policy Outlook
The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council) said May's jobs numbers are not surprising given flawed government policies that continue to jack up business costs and fuel uncertainty. The unemployment rate increased to 9.1 percent, and employers only added 54,000 jobs last month according to the U.S. Department of Labor. "Energy and health care costs are rising, and additional policy uncertainties remain a drag on small business confidence. The central barrier to business … [Read more...] about Poor Job Numbers Reflect Grim Policy Outlook
Entrepreneurs Launch Frugal Flagstaff
Two entrepreneurs are launching FrugalFlagstaff.com, a website filled with coupons and discount deals that provides area businesses profitable and cost-effective online marketing. FrugalFlagstaff.com arrives at a time when online coupon sites are very popular; but, with the focus shifted to local and small businesses, they have found a new niche. FrugalFlagstaff.com has already gained momentum, even prior to today’s official launch. “As small business owners in Flagstaff we noticed the need … [Read more...] about Entrepreneurs Launch Frugal Flagstaff
Leaders Recognize National Small Business Week
Each of the past 48 years, the U.S. President has proclaimed this: National Small Business Week. The contributions of small business owners are also recognized by the U.S. Small Business Administration. President of the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce, Julie Pastrick, called small business the backbone and character of every community. "Some feel that big business dominates the landscape but in general, across all of America, small businesses are the lifeblood of every community. In … [Read more...] about Leaders Recognize National Small Business Week
SBE Council Economist on Latest Inflation Numbers
Raymond J. Keating, chief economist for the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council), offered the following statement in reaction to the CPI inflation numbers just released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: "According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, CPI inflation over the past year registered only 1.5%. However, it's very much worth noting that during 2010, there was a substantive difference between the first half and second half of the year. "During the first six … [Read more...] about SBE Council Economist on Latest Inflation Numbers
