AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoLocal Support: Niagara Region launched a campaign urging residents to shop locally and connecting businesses with tariff advice and support. Growth & Training: Accountant Partners opened an Austin office to serve small firms, while Barrie’s Small Business Centre and Foodpreneur Advantage are offering free training for food and beverage entrepreneurs. Rising Costs: Independent UK travel firms are pressing for business-rates reform, practical SME support and an Air Passenger Duty freeze ahead of the budget; a separate survey found 86% of small businesses fear budget measures could hurt growth. Funding & Tools: Pasadena businesses can apply for disaster-preparation grants of up to $5,000, and Google has introduced new Gemini tools for small-business operations. Ownership Changes: Anchorage’s longtime Dimond Skateland is for sale for $3.75 million as its owners retire, hoping the community landmark will continue under new ownership.
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