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Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport officials have long said that the more area residents use the airport, the more likely the airline will add nonstop destinations such as Dallas, Texas, and Denver, Colorado. I've done it. Seeing how much air travel has increased at Roanoke Airport this year, I asked Airport Executive Director Mike Stewart whether he thought consumers had responded to the call to fly locally.”I think so,” he said. “Does anyone still drive to Charlotte or Greensboro?” [North Carolina airports] and dulles [International Airport near Washington]? absolutely. “Only about 48% of commercial air travel business that occurs within a two-hour…
Source: Caltrans Caltrans District 5 is seeking public input on the Central Coast US 101 corridor through an online survey. This research will help establish the goals of his 2021 US 101 Business Plan, which is currently being developed by Caltrans and the Central Coast Coalition. The deadline for participating in the survey is Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Caltrans is working with the Central Coast Coalition to develop the plan. The plan aims to encourage investment in the highway while raising public awareness that US 101 is a major economic asset for California and the nation. This effort covers U.S.…
The opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The results were announced and Taylor Swift's Ellas Tour concert film, which was released in theaters on October 13, 2023, became the highest-grossing concert film of all time in Japan. Swift's latest album 1989 (Taylor version), opened at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. She has 13 No. 1 albums over the years (along with Drake). She has more albums than the Beatles, who have 19 No. 1 albums, and Jay-Z, who has 14.You've probably heard about her Eras tour. This tour will feature 52 performances in the United States…
Aspiring entrepreneurs have looked for innovative ways to make money. Fortunately, Jungle Scout’s research has proven time and again that running an ecommerce business is a viable way to earn an income—and can generate enough profit to replace a full-time job. Ecommerce offers entrepreneurs the kind of flexibility a traditional retailer could only dream of. Online sellers set their own hours, pay what they want to launch and grow their businesses, and can work from anywhere in the world. They succeed at all ages and education levels, many with no prior business experience. Selling products online isn’t just accessible—it’s meeting…
Another difference between the sibling cards is the sender. There's no doubt that Prince William and Duchess Kate's cards are a product of the company, but while the organization surrounding the monarchy is subtly known, it's not explicitly stated. Instead, the “From” line on the virtual envelope reads “The Prince and Princess of Wales.” However, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's cards appear to be the vehicle for an impact report from the couple's Archewell Foundation, and a virtual report from the couple, their foundation and their audio-video company Archewell Productions. A link to the report is embedded in the card.…
Designed by PlasticFree and Made Thought The PlasticFree Directory was launched in January this year alongside Made Thought Designs, and features a list of over 100 plastic-free materials and system solutions that can be categorized by properties to inform design and business decisions. Following news of the directory, designers including Pearlfisher, Smile Plastics, Helen Hamlyn Centre for Design, Mather & Co and Nissen Richards offered advice on how the industry can transform. Relationship with plastics “We should always be asking ourselves, 'What other options are there?'” says Joe Bernard, founder and creative director of Morama. “When designing, it's easy to…
Sayan Chatterjee Have you ever thought about starting a business but didn't know where to start? Every December is National Business Plan Writing Month, an annual reminder for anyone thinking about launching a business to start by making a plan. For more information on how to write a business plan, The Daily We spoke to Sayan Chatterjee, a professor in the School of Design and Innovation at the Weatherhead School of Management. Learn Chatterjee's tips for writing a business plan and how well-known companies like Southwest Airlines are following these guidelines. 1. Accurately identify your customers and understand why they…
downward angle icon An icon in the shape of a downward facing corner. american bank Central banks around the world are scheduled to shift from raising interest rates to lowering them in 2024.Moderate inflation and a resilient economy suggest the Fed has some breathing room.Bank of America expects the central bank to cut interest rates 152 times in 2024, the most since 2020. Today's chart comes from Bank of America, which predicts a sharp increase in central bank interest rate cuts in 2024.The combination of easing inflation and ideal levels of economic growth suggests that central banks around the world…
Tax season approaches quickly, especially for busy small business owners who are focused on day-to-day operations. If you have to gather tax information in a hurry, there is little chance of planning or optimizing your tax situation. A disorganized organization can also cause you to miss out on valuable deductions.It's important to start preparing your taxes early to avoid costly mistakes and prepare your business for a streamlined tax season. Year-end adjustment tipsPreparing for tax season is extremely important. Consider these year-end strategies to make tax season stress-free and organized.1. Compare last quarter's financials.If your small business has been in…
The Legal Services Board (LSB) has set out its draft business plan and budget for 2024/25 to ensure its continued focus on “providing a legal services market that better meets the needs of society”. I asked for opinions. To achieve this, we have budgeted £5.3m, an increase of 13.9% from last year's budget of £4.7m, or a real increase of 7.2% after adjusting for inflation. The 2024/25 plan represents the fourth year of a 10-year plan in which LSB has outlined three key objectives for legal services. Fairer outcomes, stronger trust, and better service. The super regulator will also further…