AGP Wire
Stay informed with articles highlighting the latest developments, major events, and essential updates.
Paducah tourism sets $326.7 million record in 2025
AGP
Paducah’s tourism economy generated $326.7 million in visitor spending in 2025, a record that also supported 2,435 local jobs and more than $72 million in labor income.
Dark Horse CPAs promotes Chris Papp to principal
AGP
Dark Horse CPAs promoted Chris Papp, CPA, to principal after he completed the firm’s Principal Accelerator Program.
DreamSpring taps Charles McElrath as incoming CEO
AGP
DreamSpring has named banking veteran Charles McElrath as its incoming chief executive, effective June 15, 2026. The nonprofit lender says McElrath will help expand access to capital and scale its community impact across 27 states.
Melody Bussey leads Impact Creative Branding with AI-driven strategy
AGP
Melody Bussey, founder and CEO of Impact Creative Branding, is building brand systems for entrepreneurs, authors and small businesses that aim to turn attention into measurable growth.
Pamela Dixon Clark to appear on Mompreneurs TV
AGP
Pamela Dixon Clark, a fine consignment business owner, will appear on Mompreneurs TV to discuss trust, quality standards, and long-term community value.
Crystal DTF launches Summer 2026 ready-to-press designs
AGP
Crystal DTF unveiled its Summer 2026 Ready-to-Press Design Collection on June 9, 2026, in Benton, Arkansas, aiming to help apparel decorators and small businesses speed up production, improve color matching and reduce setup work.
Justin French appears on Operation CEO TV
AGP
Automotive repair specialist and Gearhead Solutions founder Justin French is featured on Operation CEO TV, where he discusses honesty, fast service and trust in small-business growth.
Aircraft electrification market to reach $21.8 billion by 2032
AGP
Global demand for cleaner, quieter aircraft and stronger electric propulsion systems is pushing the aircraft electrification market toward $21.8 billion by 2032, up from $6.2 billion in 2022. Europe leads today, while Asia-Pacific is expected to…
Al Leffelman to appear on America’s Best Builders TV
AGP
ALS Outdoor Solutions owner Al Leffelman will be featured on America’s Best Builders TV, where he’ll discuss craftsmanship, pricing, and business discipline.
People’s Chamber of Commerce to host Long Beach business growth summit June 22
AGP
The People’s Chamber of Commerce will bring entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community partners to Long Beach on June 22 for a summit focused on funding, housing support, AI tools, grants, and business resources.
StorageBlue's Clifton site hits 99% occupancy in under 18 months
AGP
StorageBlue says its Clifton, New Jersey, self-storage facility reached 99% occupancy in less than 18 months, reflecting strong demand across Northern New Jersey.
Contact center outsourcing market seen reaching $278.94B by 2035
AGP
The global contact center outsourcing market is projected to nearly double by 2035 as companies shift customer support to cloud, AI, and omnichannel platforms.
First Class Moving Systems expands Tampa moving services
AGP
First Class Moving Systems is pitching itself as a full-service moving option for Tampa Bay residents and businesses needing local, long-distance, commercial, packing, and storage help.
ONLC adds Claude courses, free webinar and private team training
AGP
ONLC Training is expanding its Claude education lineup with new instructor-led classes, a free webinar for developers, and customized private training for teams.
Zemi acquires Punchwallet to expand into loyalty tech
AGP
Zemi Capital Partners has acquired Austin-based Punchwallet in a completed buyout, giving the Irving firm a larger role in consumer loyalty and fintech infrastructure.
Best Fractional Sales Leadership Options in 2026
AGP
A crowded fractional sales leadership market is forcing CEOs to choose between large marketplaces, curated matchmakers, and premium firms.
BackdropSource marks 22 years in business across 10 countries
AGP
BackdropSource is marking its 22nd year in 2026 after growing from a 2004 founding into a global supplier of photography and video backdrops, green screens and studio equipment.
Cristina Fontanelli launches independent bid for NY Assembly District 75
AGP
Award-winning singer and PBS-TV host Cristina Fontanelli is set to announce an independent run for New York State Assembly District 75 on Thursday at Sardi’s in Manhattan’s Theater District.
Continuous delivery market seen reaching $16.48 billion by 2035
AGP
The global continuous delivery market is forecast to rise from $4.47 billion in 2026 to about $16.48 billion by 2035, driven by DevOps adoption, cloud-native architectures and demand for faster software releases.
Debbie Stabenow backs Korey Hall for Michigan Senate race
AGP
Former U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow endorsed Korey Hall for Michigan State Senate District 3 on Tuesday, giving the open-seat campaign a high-profile boost in Southeast Michigan.
Sign up for:
Small Businesses in the News
The daily local news briefing you can trust. Every day. Subscribe now.
Check Your Email!
We sent a one-time activation link to: .
Confirm it's you by clicking the email link.
If the email is not in your inbox, check spam or try again.
Welcome back!
is already signed up. Check your inbox for updates.