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Opus Virtual Offices ties SBA overhaul to small-business banking push
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Opus Virtual Offices is pitching its virtual office and banking tools as the U.S. Small Business Administration modernizes its operations to cut bureaucracy and expand access to capital.
Furhan Ahmad pitches small business protections for District 66
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Furhan Ahmad, a candidate for New York State Assembly in District 66, unveiled a plan on June 11, 2026, aimed at shielding small businesses and cultural spaces in Manhattan neighborhoods including the West Village, SoHo and TriBeCa. The proposal…
B. McGuire Marketing launches $99 digital health report for small businesses
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B. McGuire Marketing has launched a paid Digital Health Analysis to help small business owners identify the most urgent fixes in their online presence before spending on bigger marketing efforts.
Ecer.com pushes AI tools for SME global trade growth
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Ecer.com says it is using AI to help small and medium-sized exporters cut marketing costs, speed up buyer communication and improve conversion rates as global trade competition intensifies.
Command Credit launches CommandInsight for small-business risk checks
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Command Credit Corp. has introduced CommandInsight, a subscription business intelligence platform aimed at helping small and mid-sized businesses assess credit, supplier, and partnership risk before making payment or contracting decisions.
Catena-X launches 23 million euro Data Space Accelerator for SME onboarding
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Catena-X and the International Data Spaces Association have launched a 23 million euro program to bring more automotive SMEs into the Catena-X data ecosystem in 2026. The accelerator offers up to 30,000 euro per company for verified data exchange,…
Ask Sharifah adds grant writing services for nonprofits and small businesses
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Ask Sharifah has launched grant writing services for nonprofits, chambers, community organizations and small businesses seeking funding support.
WebMax Canada offers AI readiness roadmap as Ottawa rolls out small-business support
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Canada’s new AI strategy aims to speed adoption among small businesses, with manufacturing and trades among the sectors expected to benefit.
Adaptive Information Systems expands small business IT support across Monterey Bay
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Adaptive Information Systems has broadened its local IT support for small businesses across the Monterey Bay region as demand grows for responsive, on-the-ground help.
Allied Trust wins top Tampa Bay workplace ranking
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Allied Trust Insurance Company took the No. 1 Small Business spot in Tampa Bay Times’ Top Workplaces 2026 and also earned the TECO Empowered Award.
Plyler's Tree Service offers free storm-risk tree checks in south-central Arkansas
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Plyler’s Tree Service is urging Arkadelphia and Hot Springs property owners to inspect hazardous trees before peak storm season brings high winds, saturated ground and emergency removals.
FundingSearch launches UK commercial lending software to automate deal sourcing
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FundingSearch has launched a commercial lending platform aimed at replacing manual, spreadsheet-based deal sourcing for UK lenders.
Patricia Aguilar to appear on Next Level CEO TV
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Patricia Aguilar, founder and president of FourStar Branding, will appear on Next Level CEO TV to discuss branding as a tool for visibility, trust and growth for small businesses and nonprofits.
Universitas Indonesia backs Indonesian diaspora workers in Auckland with business skills program
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Fifteen Indonesian diaspora workers at Mill Bakery in Auckland joined a Universitas Indonesia-led training program on digital marketing, food safety and workplace safety.
Suncoast Local launches hand-coded websites for AI search
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Suncoast Local LLC launched in Sarasota with a hand-coded web design model aimed at Google and AI assistants like ChatGPT. The firm is offering Suncoast businesses a free 48-hour website audit as it bets small-business search habits are shifting…
VizyPay adds embedded lending through Jaris partnership
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VizyPay is embedding business lending inside its payments platform for independent small business owners, letting merchants apply in minutes without leaving the app. The move is designed to reduce the friction small operators face when seeking…
Mebane Buc-ee's prompts concerns over traffic, water, and local impact
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Construction has begun on North Carolina’s first Buc-ee’s in Mebane, with supporters pointing to jobs and tax revenue while community advocates warn about traffic, infrastructure costs, environmental risks, and impacts on nearby cultural…
Laura Forbes set for Kingdom Creators TV appearance
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Real estate professional and small business owner Laura Forbes will appear on Kingdom Creators TV to discuss faith-centered leadership, service and relationship-building in business.
Kyle Windham set for Legacy Makers TV appearance
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Digital marketing, sales, and advertising specialist Kyle Windham will appear on Legacy Makers TV to discuss brand visibility, content strategy, and business growth.
AMA Triangle sets June 25 celebration as chapter closes out growth year
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AMA Triangle will host its annual End of Year Celebration on June 25 in Cary as the chapter heads into a new AMA year on July 1. The event will bring together marketers from across the Triangle to network, recognize the year’s work and preview…
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