AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoLabor Market Watch: NFIB’s July report shows small-business employment improving, with more owners reporting job openings they can’t fill—suggesting hiring demand is there, but labor availability is still tight. Local Recovery & Main Street: Asheville is pushing ahead with Biltmore Village streetscape restoration after Tropical Storm Helene, with sidewalk, curb, ADA ramp, and tree-risk repairs aimed at supporting local businesses during recovery. Energy Costs for SMBs: Australia’s commercial rooftop solar rebates are expanding from Oct. 1, raising eligibility up to 1 MW and potentially cutting upfront installation costs by about 20% for eligible commercial buildings. Fraud Crackdown: DOJ-backed efforts with Southeastern state AGs target fraud tied to SNAP, SBA loans, housing benefits, and tax fraud—an enforcement push that can affect small-business applicants and contractors. Tourism & Workforce Training: WSU Tri-Cities is hosting a free Ironman tourism and hospitality workshop for local hotels, restaurants, and retail teams to help visitors and boost the regional economy. Tech for Local Commerce: PickMe launched “Colombo Connect,” linking Colombo attractions and commerce into a city-wide digital ecosystem—aimed at helping local businesses get discovered by residents and visitors.
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