Author: admin
Holding the grand prize check are (from left) Melissa Ray Roach, SIU's director of entrepreneurship and business development and director of the Illinois Small Business Development Center; Matt Harmon, Assistant Vice President, Regions Bank. Scott Hamilton Brehm of Thermaquatica. Konstantinos Tsatsoulis, SIU Vice President for Research and Dean of the Graduate School, and Matt Bowman, SIU Chief of Staff. (Photo provided) December 8, 2023 Entrepreneurs win thousands of dollars in SIU's 2023 Business Plan Contest Written by Christy Mathis CARBONDALE, IL — Southern Illinois University Carbondale's recent Innovation and Entrepreneurship Showcase celebrated Southern Illinoisans' innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship and ingenuity with…
Successful real estate investors are more than just landlords. They can also be savvy business executives. Property investors operate much like portfolio managers and business managers, focusing on maximizing profits while creating value for clients. Investing in affordable housing is a business and an investment strategy. But it also can involve single property owners and groups engaged in environmental, social, and governance investment strategies, including sustainable building practices and fostering a positive community impact, given the need for affordable housing in communities across the U.S. Key Takeaways Affordable housing is included in the portfolios of many property investors in part…
The Chinese government has been pushing for stimulus measures to stabilize the domestic economy, and hopes were high for an economic recovery as the country's zero-COVID policies were relaxed. Despite the initial boom, Onyette Jefferies says these measures have not been very effective in halting China's economic decline. “If you look back at 2018 and 2019, the roads of the global supply chain all went through China, and then in 2020 we realized that China, while masquerading as a normal Western economy, is a command economy that can shut things down and keep them shut down if it comes down…
nathan beccord Speaking “like a CEO” is both about what you say and how you deliver it.Getty Have you ever spoken out loud and thought to yourself: Wow, it looked so much better in my head? Dr. Laura Sicola knows how to solve that problem.? “I help bridge the gap between your brain and your mouth,” she says. “You have genius in your brain. You have a passion in your heart. But you do it in a way that makes people want to help make your vision a reality.” Can you tell me?” Laura runs Vocal Impact Productions, where she…
If you’re an entrepreneur who is eager to burn the midnight oil with a new business venture, we’ve got a potential business idea for you: selling homemade candles. When it comes to creating a product that’s practical and hot (literally and figuratively), learning how to make candles is a skillset that’s useful even for the hesitant DIYer. So, if you’re curious about how to make homemade candles and start a candle business, it’s time to learn how you can make money online with this trending product. Start your online candle business Why start a candle business? Candles are an essential decor…
The 2024 presidential election will take center stage next year, and of course we'll all be keeping a close eye on the polls for any signs of leadership change in Washington, D.C., but for now we can't speculate on a potential winner. It's too early to tell, but polls and oddsmakers are pointing to a rematch between Biden and Trump. Regardless of who is in the White House in 2025, we know that since the 1952 election, the S&P 500 has risen an average of 7% during presidential campaign periods. That's a far cry from the average three-year gain of…
Friday may be the end of the work week, but it will be all business at the Baird Center as the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce hosts its second annual Black & Diversity Business Showcase. Held from 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., this day-long entrepreneurship festival will provide engaging networking opportunities and spotlight local businesses with the help of distinguished guest speakers. Help educate, enlighten, and hopefully inspire the region's diverse business owners. The rise, the coaching sessions… and the legendary Green Bay Packers. (OnMilwaukee is a proud sponsor of this event.) The Baird Center will be filled with thoughtful…
Yo Gotti announced Tuesday that he will enroll in business classes at UCLA Anderson School of Management this winter. According to the description, the 42-year-old is taking a course called “Corporate Valuation” taught by professor Lori Santikian. In this study, students will learn analytical tools for evaluating projects, companies, initial public offerings, mergers and acquisitions, privately held companies, and debt. According to XXL, the course is intended to help students learn how to identify and evaluate real-world scenarios and how they influence investment decisions. He celebrated his admission on Instagram, posting several photos taken on campus. The UCLA Anderson School…
Businesses rely on business process management to better understand how they operate, stay competitive, and gain market advantage. BPM initiatives typically require significant investment in technology implementation and cultural change. But the rewards can be equally substantial.High on the list of BPM benefits is its ability to improve automation and understand complex processes. Business process automation technology accelerates digital transformation efforts and accelerates the release of new services.Business process mapping, a key element of BPM, helps process professionals reduce costs, eliminate waste, smooth operations, connect the dots between processes, increase business agility, and upgrade customer service. help identify opportunities. It…
How To Start An Online Store In 8 Steps (2024 Guide) – Forbes Advisor Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors’ opinions or evaluations. Getty Table of Contents Show more Whether you have unique handmade items you’d like to sell or you want to start a wholesale or dropshipping business, you’ll need a great website with eCommerce functionality to be successful online. With relatively low upfront costs and many great code-free site builders available, it’s easier than ever to start an eCommerce business. In this article, we’ll show you…