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    Fresno event a test of business creativity  Nov 19, 2009
    They are among a growing tide of students exploring business ownership for their futures. Nancy Kobata, who managed the competition for the Lyles Center, said an introductory entrepreneurship class at the university has grown from perhaps 40 students four years ago to more than 130 students this semester. (Fresno Bee -- Business)

    13 comment(s)  Nov 16, 2009
    restofus wrote on Nov 15, 2009 8:26 PM:" Lets just admit that most of the places "doing well" downtown would not be surviving without breaks on their rent or their financial backers making it easy to not keep it going every month. These are not your average mom and pop shops. I like seeing more downtown but it just irks me that people don't acknowledge the reality of small business ownership. Without angel investors, these buildings would not be remodeled or restraunts open. Making a go of it... (Muscatine Journal, IO)

    Packing up for growth  Nov 3, 2009
    Lessons learned: "Doing-it-for-yourself requires a lot of hard work, but for the most part, the rewards are worth it," says Phillips about small business ownership. "The time that you have to give is the biggest thing I learned. It takes much more than you think it will. That was the toughest thing I had to adjust to. "Operating a business out of the home also taught me a few things. (Buffalo Business First, NY)

    San Antonio universities join business ownership effort  Oct 28, 2009
    for free extra services. Subscribe to San Antonio Business Journal. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)

    Jobs: We must invest in our entrepreneurs  Oct 20, 2009
    Atlanta is a place where people make the dream of small business ownership a reality. The region has a history of startups that matured into financially successful firms. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    Letter: In support of free enterprise  Oct 16, 2009
    While traffic volumes and patterns are of legitimate concern to residents who might be affected, we should continue to let free enterprise operate as to whether business ownership is local or not. If the chains Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts and Peets coffee serve a tasty product at a premium price but can flourish, let them flourish. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)

    Planning Makes Working With Cancer Possible  Oct 15, 2009
    These can include hiring temporary help, making sure that large tasks or projects are completed before starting treatment, and taking advantage of business ownership by keeping more flexible hours. Some women do face discrimination from employers or colleagues when they return to work. (Click2Houston, TX)

    SBA opens course to female entrepreneurs  Oct 15, 2009
    The SBA s Office of Women s Business Ownership oversees a national network of more than 100 Women s Business Centers (WBCs) that provide education and training to help women start and grow small businesses. In addition, the SBA has 68 district offices and other resource partners throughout the country available to train and counsel women-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs seeking government contracts. (Buffalo Business First, NY)

    Biz Beat: Couple braves recession to start new restaurant  Oct 9, 2009
    This was a second shot at business ownership. Francisco took one look the location and jumped. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)

    Absolutely Fabulous to open on Main Street in Melrose  Sep 30, 2009
    Hello, business ownership. Running a restaurant wasn t exactly Muse s goal, she admits. (Melrose Free Press, MA)

    Md. earns 'B' for financial stability  Sep 22, 2009
    The high percentage of Maryland residents with college degrees earned the state an A in education, while the rate of small business ownership and women and minority-owned businesses earned Maryland a B for businesses and jobs, according to the Corporation for Enterprise Development 2009-2010 Assets and Opportunity Scorecard. The analysis by the Washington D.C.-based economic policy group examined 50 U.S. states and D.C. on a variety of measures including family income, homeownership and health... (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)

    Kentucky gets D in financial report  Sep 22, 2009
    Kentucky performed well in health insurance measures but fell behind the rest of the country in educational attainment, small business ownership and income poverty ... Also, it ranked 50th in loans to small businesses and 45th in women s business ownership ... Indiana, meanwhile, earned an A in health care, ranked poorly in asset poverty, small business ownership, microenterprise ownership and employment growth. (Louisville Business First, KY)

    Study: Alabama earns 'D' for economy  Sep 22, 2009
    And Alabama got a D in businesses and jobs the report showed the state ranked 49th in the nation for women business ownership and 42nd in the nation for minority business ownership. The Scorecard provides a broad picture of how families stand and what it tells us is that many American households were already very vulnerable economically going into this recession, said Andrea Levere, president of the CFED. It also shows state by state what is being done to address these vulnerabilities, and while... (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)

    Group To Release Report On Connecticut Family Assets  Sep 20, 2009
    The report, developed by Connecticut Voices for Children, looks at family savings, home ownership rates, business ownership, access to health insurance and education levels. The group says its report, drawn from national statistics, finds that Connecticut has among the worst gaps in the nation in family assets between racial, ethnic and income groups. (FOX61, CT)

    Book a solid family business guide  Sep 17, 2009
    For example, in their chapter Preparing for Transfer of Ownership, Ivan Lansberg and Maria Delores Moreno describe the passing of business ownership within the family as a four-step process. It begins with preparing for the rest of the process by identifying key players, the information and other resources that the participants will need and the issues and challenges they are likely to face. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)

    Moms enjoy double duty of business ownership  Sep 14, 2009
    Business ology - newsjournalonline. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2009. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)

    About California Divorce  Sep 13, 2009
    Even With Community Property, Divorce Settlement can be Difficult. Although martial earnings and assets are divided 50/50 in a California divorce, there are disagreements and issues that may make the fair division of assets difficult. (Suite101.com)

    SBA loans no small business: Miss. office doles out $124M  Sep 10, 2009
    Starting or growing a small business often has been daunting when the economy sours and credit tightens, but layoffs and growing unemployment have made business ownership an option for some people. Janita Stewart, Mississippi SBA director, said as the economy soured SBA representatives met with lenders to remind them of the agency's loan programs and their benefits. (The Clarion-Ledger)

    Women on boards: figures going backwards  Sep 7, 2009
    One plus is that we have [engagement of more women in] business ownership; the minus is that major companies don't get access to that talent. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    Out with the old and in with the new  Aug 31, 2009
    But forcing private equity on Melbourne has scarcely been a model of how to introduce business ownership to sport. The ARU approved three bidding teams, asking them to produce a united proposal to take to a meeting in October of SANZAR, comprising the Australian, New Zealand and South African rugby unions, that will decide between Melbourne and a possible additional South African franchise. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    Friday, August 28  Aug 25, 2009
    Get an overview of the critical first steps of starting a business: assess your strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership; learn the importance of planning; discuss legal and regulatory requirements; and identify sources of funding. August 28, 2009 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM in J.C. Penney Conference Center, One University Blvd. Cost: $40. (The Current Online, MO)

    The secret to surviving your first three years  Aug 24, 2009
    This is because there's so much to learn about business ownership. Tasks such as filing the first tax return and business activity statement, engaging the first employee and moving into new premises are often undertaken in these early years and all require experience and time for them to be executed properly. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    LCRA taking applications for new regional council  Aug 21, 2009
    LCRA also is looking for applicants who represent diverse interests, including property ownership, community leadership, business ownership, recreation, the environment and agriculture. The LCRA board of directors will appoint the council members, and all applicants will be notified after the appointments are made. (Brenham Banner, TX)

    Busting bribe tribes  Aug 21, 2009
    That person will almost always fall down," he added. A recent study of the economies and business practices employed in 152 nations found corruption was more prevalent in those with a large number of state-run companies, according to Hu in Beijing. It also found that, like in China, the majority of these companies were the dominant forces highly profitable industries and had little in the way of competition. "When politics and enterprises are not clearly divided, business ownership is not... (Xinhuanet, China)

    IUS to offer entrepreneur workshops  Aug 20, 2009
    During the workshop, participants will learn how to develop a business plan and receive tips on developing a mission statement, focusing on a product or service, devising a marketing plan, exploring legal issues and other facets of business ownership. During a stressful economic period people are called upon to think more creatively, Jay White, dean of the School of Business, said in a news release. (Louisville Business First, KY)

    Getting Started with a Successful S...  Aug 7, 2009
    Learning and perfecting these aspects of small business ownership will help in becoming one of those who succeed. Organization. (Suite101.com)

    Langford: Unity needed in Birmingham  Aug 7, 2009
    At the Birmingham Business Journal s Minority Business Awards event Thursday, Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford said the city needs more unity and to focus on increasing minority business ownership. Langford, who served as keynote speaker at the BBJ s third-annual event, said the city and America needs to do more than just talk about equality and take the difficult steps to act on initiatives and realize change. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)

    Countless Career Choices At Sacramento Expo  Jul 26, 2009
    Maybe youre contemplating business ownership. Or perhaps its time for some career training. (KCRA 3, CA)

    Denver Post raising price for Mon-Sat editions  Jul 9, 2009
    At PostNet, there has always been an understanding and respect associated with the benefits of independent business ownership. In fact, the company began as an individual operator in 1983 and helped guide over 400 entrepreneurs into independent pack and ship stores before launching the PostNet franchise system in 1993. (Fresno Bee -- Business)

    Business Briefcase  Jul 5, 2009
    Tucker brings 15 years of experience in marketing and online advertising, restaurants, retail sales, nonprofits and small business ownership. He can be reached at 443-6703 or. (Helena Independent Record)

    Fashion/Shopping Blog  Jul 5, 2009
    About this Blog Runway Ready spotlights cool (local and online) places to shop, sales, new businesses, fashion news and trends, celebrity gossip, relationship advice, diet and exercise, along with tips about jewelry, lingerie, cosmetics, salons, and more. Do you have a sale or a new product to promote. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    A Good Business Credit Score is the Key to Success for Today's Business Owners  Jun 6, 2009
    TFGI, offering highly effective business strategies for succeeding in business ownership, announces the Business Credit Builder Seminar, June 27, 2009 in Warner Robins, Georgia ... Warner Robins, GA (PRWEB) June 6, 2009 -- TFGI, offering highly effective business strategies for succeeding in business ownership, announces the Business Credit Builder Seminar, June 27, 2009 in Warner Robins, Georgia. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    Wimmer's trolleys put City on display Fredericksburg loses the man who put trolleys on its streets  Jun 3, 2009
    The tours weren't Wimmer's first taste of business ownership in the city. He owned an apparel store downtown called "The Clothes Horse." Later on, he owned a car wash next to Carl's Ice Cream, where Keystone Coffee and Auto Spa is today. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)

    Atlanta exec. Stallard to chair United Way  May 28, 2009
    She has served on the White House National Initiative on Women s Business Ownership Task Force and she was the national volunteer president of the YWCA from 1991 to 1996. As an owner of a printing business in tough economic times, I understand the urgency to be competitive, invest in people and technology and think boldly about our business, Stallard said in a statement. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)

    Bipartisan bill to aid small business owners, increase opportunities for veterans  May 22, 2009
    The bill not only benefits current small business owners, but also further opens the door for more veterans and women to take part in small business ownership. Entrepreneurial development programs helped create 73,000 jobs in 2008 alone. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)

    Gallagher: Accelerated learning -- High school grad jumps into business ownership  May 21, 2009
    When it came time to take the risk of business ownership, he did what he's already done several times: He asked his banker for a loan. "I have two trucks, two cars and a motorcycle," Wright says. (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    The View to re-open this weekend; Lambert loses liquor license  May 20, 2009
    Faschingbauer comes to the task with both bar and business ownership experience. He managed The Brat Kabin on Water Street in Eau Claire in college and has owned two construction businesses. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Bio-Clean International Inc. Affiliated Entity, American Bio-Clean Corp., Receives New Approval From Department of Veterans Affairs  May 19, 2009
    Mr. Finn went on to say, ``American Bio-Clean is a founding member of this historic moment in the history of Veterans' small business ownership. The goal of Veterans Affairs is to establish a strong Veterans' movement by branding our status as a verified service-disabled Veteran-owned small business and to further promote that status. (Primezone Releases)

    Nelson: Shopping with locals benefits all  May 10, 2009
    Web Search powered by YAHOO. The concept of shopping and supporting independently-owned businesses to stimulate local economies has been around for decades, but the recent recession has given rise to a renewed effort at emphasizing the importance of spending your money with home-town proprietors. (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Seacoast kids are now following Mom into business  May 10, 2009
    She concurs that women are exercising the option of business ownership because it allows them to have it all. "In my situation, I wouldn't have been able to have my daughter if it weren't for the flexibility and financial independence owning my own company provided," Brown said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Good Fortunes(R) Announces the Great Cookie Company Contest and Giveaway  May 6, 2009
    It's the American dream of business ownership, with the whole nation cheering for the success of the winner and the newly crowned entrepreneur. The winner takes control of a well established and popular business complete with training for the winner and the company can move anywhere in the US.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Causes of China's Economic Growth  May 6, 2009
    Major causes of China s economy growth included the end of the commune system in farming, expansion of private business ownership and increased foreign investment in China ... Private Business Ownership in China ... The end of the commune system in the 1980s and expansion of private business ownership in China were important causes of China s economic growth since 1978. (Suite101.com)

    Sept. 11 drawings taken off FEMA Web site  May 2, 2009
    May 1: Every morning, Sandi Romero opens her Los Angeles kitchen to people looking to learn the basics of small business ownership. But as NBCs Miguel Almaguer reports, her lessons havent stopped there. (MSNBC -- Politics)

    Chamber celebrates annual award winners  May 1, 2009
    Ravenswood Pub won the Inspiration Award for inspiring and encouraging excellence in small business ownership. Faldoni's Catering and Deli, Mechanicville received the award for Entrepreneurial Spirit Award for exhibiting a talent and passion for the company that results in outstanding potential for success. (Community News Weekly, NY)

    Chamber recognizes achievement winners  Apr 30, 2009
    in Clifton Park received the Inspiration Award for inspiring and encouraging excellence in small business ownership. Catering located in Mechanicville received the Entrepreneurial Spirit Award for its passion in the company. (Albany Business Review, NY)

    Spanning the spectrum  Apr 30, 2009
    Kevin Hall, a former teacher, and Laura Hall, a former social worker, said running their own company is rewarding because of the unique and interesting people they meet and the flexibility that business ownership allows. We like being our own boss, Laura Hall explained. (Louisville Business First, KY)

    People In Business, 4-19-09  Apr 19, 2009
    Trailblazer Awards are given to businesses statewide to recognize the legacy of women s business ownership in Wisconsin. CRB Insurance in Racine has been named one of Society s Best for 2008 by Society Insurance, a mutual insurance company located in Fond du Lac. (Racine Journal Times, WI)

    Dream agency aims to empower abused women  Apr 12, 2009
    And about twice a year, the nonprofit offers a free 12-week entrepreneurial program on business ownership. Participants learn how to start a business, from idea to reality. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    DeSilva Phillips, Mediabankers™ Client Microsoft Corporation Sells Franchise Gator subsidiary to Landmark Interactive  Apr 8, 2009
    About Landmark Interactive Landmark Interactive () offers the leading online marketplaces for franchise and business ownership opportunities. In addition to properties in the franchise recruitment space, Landmark Interactive includes Alliant Cooperative Data Solutions, the leading cooperative database marketing provider to the soft-offer direct marketing space; and Digital Envoy, the pioneer of IP Intelligence and Geo-location technology and their use in fraud prevention solutions. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    ACPT Reports Results for 2008  Apr 1, 2009
    "We believe this will result in a 45% savings in G&A costs going forward in 2009 as compared to 2008. We are also instilling a culture of business ownership and innovation at every level in the organization which is already bearing fruit. Lastly, we have completely changed the reward system to ensure it aligns with the new strategy of the Company and our shareholders.". Mr. Griessel added that the Company's operating results should be evaluated over an extended period of time due to the cyclical... (PR Newswire)

    Word on the Street: New owner at Sisters Yoga  Mar 30, 2009
    A change in business ownership can be an ordinary transaction, but when Sisters Yoga changed hands, it helped heal the wounds of a woman dealing with the death of the man she had planned to marry. Kandis Kliewer is buying the all-female yoga studio at the northwest corner of Willow and Nees avenues. (Fresno Bee)

    New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners Honors High Point Auto Insurance Chief Financial Officer  Mar 26, 2009
    The New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners (NJAWBO) is the oldest statewide organization in New Jersey with a mission to address the concerns and issues of business ownership by women. The organization's objectives are to encourage and support business ownership by women, enable women business owners to network, provide a legislative voice for the interests of women-owned businesses, and provide entrepreneurial training and assistance. (PR Newswire)

    Obituaries for Wednesday, March 25, 2009  Mar 25, 2009
    Other professional pursuits included real estate and small business ownership. His last 16 years were spent working for Team Industries in Kaukauna, where he made many lasting friendships. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Women: Take a break , you deserve it  Mar 18, 2009
    The trio also knows that the key to successful business ownership is taking care of the needs of their clients, which they intend to do by giving them a fun night out on the town. "Our clients are so important to us," Bourgealt said. (Souderton Independent, PA)

    New owner keeps Electric Sun shining  Mar 11, 2009
    The Staffords, who have an 8 year-old son, Caleb, are not new to business ownership. Matt also owns and operates Dependable Concrete and Etched Memories. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)

    To the editor: Look to ourselves for solutions  Mar 4, 2009
    Instead of working with the Michigan-based businesses that were already here, or promoting our bright Michigan residents to business ownership. She has opted to allow our manufacturing base to deteriorate unchecked while trotting around the world trying to entice One World Order players to come to Michigan to open businesses to employ our people. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)

    NYC Career Expo Highlights Faces of Joblessness  Feb 25, 2009
    The event also included seminars that allowed attendees to consider other routes in one of the most difficult job markets in decades including graduate school and small business ownership. One of those in line, June Kistoo, 50, had been a receptionist for ten years before quitting to open a gourmet store with her son. (ABC News -- Wire)

    PHOTO GALLERY / Pizza woes: Local shops feeling the pinch  Feb 21, 2009
    3A Pizza and Grill, located next to Good Sport, is Asaad s first foray into small business ownership, but he has worked at other restaurants for the past decade. In recent months he unveiled a completely new menu with lower prices than the restaurant formerly in the space. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)

    Expert: Area should boost black biz owners  Feb 18, 2009
    The seminar, held Tuesday and Wednesday at the , focuses on improving minority business ownership in the area. It is time for entrepreneurs to step up and seize space being created by larger corporations, said Craft, dean of the business school at. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)

    Where there's smoke, there's Aggie's (3177)  Feb 13, 2009
    Business ownership in a small community also meant community service, Bishop said. That, too, was a worthwhile trade-off from a life of work in major metropolitan areas. (Sioux City Journal)

    This is what the US will come to be  Feb 8, 2009
    Yes, business ownership has is benefits but the price I've paid is steep and not without wounds. Unfortunately, the cost of running this business, and employing you, is starting to eclipse the threshold of marginal benefit and let me tell you why. (New Iberia, LA)

    Minority Business Report  Feb 8, 2009
    Among its findings, the median income of black families is $26,728, two-thirds that of whites, 32 percent of blacks live below the federal poverty line compared to 6 percent of whites and the rate of business ownership is half that of whites. At the Business Journal, it s part of our mission to understand and explain the economic issues that influence this region. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)

    A New Twist on Home Economics  Feb 8, 2009
    Women are actively involved like never before in all facets of construction, including architecture, engineering, trucking/hauling, excavation, building, design and even business ownership. "The key to the growth is education," says Dede Hughes executive vice president of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), which has been supporting women in construction for more than 50 years. (Pekin Times, IL)


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