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A slightly streamlined version of the Adams administration's “City of Yes” plan, which would modernize laughably outdated zoning rules for businesses and relax how and where they can operate, passed the City Council on Thursday by a final vote of 36-14.The “Pro-Economic Opportunity City” aims to give city businesses more breathing room by cutting zoning red tape that has existed for decades.The measure could make it easier to fill vacant storefronts, encourage light manufacturing such as jewelry making and 3D printing, and update rules for the auto repair and life sciences sectors. It is the second of three “City of…
Dawn Carrington Few brands have the influence and longevity of Madonna.Getty Standing among a record-breaking crowd of 1.6 million people in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on the final night of Madonna's Celebration Tour, I shook my head in disbelief at the enormity of her success, as millions of fans chanted her name, sang along to her iconic songs and broke world records. I then realized that few brands have the influence and longevity of Madonna, and as a publicist for both celebrities and small businesses, I analyzed what tools she employed in her PR strategy could be leveraged in other…
Vijay Padmanabhan has worked at UST, an international IT advisory firm, for 24 years, observing digital transformation within the firm and in client organizations. UST is focused on getting businesses to embrace innovation, but takes a human-centric approach to business. Newsweek recently named UST one of the best places to work in India for diversity. Our own Katie Kuehner-Hebert asked Padmanabhan for his views on embracing technology within finance and how to get employees to “think bigger.” What do you see as the main risks and challenges in enabling business growth, and what risk management strategies do you employ? One…
Beau Levi Mitchell arrived in Calgary on Wednesday night with a personalized game plan for his first appearance on enemy soil at McMahon Stadium. There will be no pregame fraternization with opposing teams, no hometown visits, no “quick” drinks with family and friends — Mitchell is back at the helm of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats offensive line, determined to orchestrate a comeback worthy of the Texas Cowboys this season. It all starts on Friday night in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. “To say I'm excited to come back and play again at McMahon Stadium, where I have so many good…
We offer structured business coaching programs, leadership coaching, business masterminds and EOS implementation with certified EOS implementers. We follow proven processes that guarantee performance and help our clients gain the confidence to make difficult decisions that improve their business and their lives. At Business Action, we have family business advisors, business coaches, leadership coaches, fractional executives and EOS implementers. All have experience running their own businesses and have the tools and proven processes they can use with their clients. We also leverage trusted partners – generalists and specialists who support our clients in their growth/expansion journey. Business Action was born…
You’ve signed up as a direct sales agent for a company whose product or service you love, but believing in a product isn’t enough to generate sales. You need a marketing plan that gets interested eyes on your business. The good news is that even consultants without a sizable marketing budget can build an incredibly profitable business.How to grow your direct sales businessThe company you signed up with probably has training programs and resources to help you start your business. However, to get a head start on your training and set yourself up for success, implement these tips. Establish credibility and…
To find the best card readers for your small business, we looked at a variety of factors, including processing fees, features, ease of use, and customer reviews. We also considered whether there were any monthly or yearly fees or whether a contract was required. We rated the importance of each factor and came up with a list of the 7 top-rated card readers. Here are some of the categories we used to rank providers: price We compared the processing fees that each company charged and looked for the lowest fees possible. We also looked to see if there were any…
Our writers and editors used our in-house natural language generation platform to focus on adding unique and helpful information to parts of this article. The article was reviewed, fact-checked and edited by our editorial staff before publication. Inheritances aren't all that common — only about 20 percent of U.S. households receive an inheritance — but that still leaves millions of people needing to decide what to do with their inheritance. Here's how to invest your inheritance and make the most of it. How to start investing your inheritance So what is an inheritance? An inheritance is simply the passing of…
An economic developer has purchased an office building on Starkey Road for a so-far secret project that won't be made public until the summer.When the company acquired the former headquarters building on May 17 for $1.9 million, Delta Dentistry, VirginiaRoanoke County economic development officials are preparing “projects that have yet to be announced,” spokeswoman Amy Whitaker said.None of the county officials would explain what the economic team hopes to bring to the table. A Roanoke County economic developer has purchased the former headquarters building of Delta Dental of Virginia at 4818 Starkey Road. Jeff Sturgeon Delta Dental is relocating from…
Associate Professor Chario Vithurapakorn, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Eastern Polymer Group Public Company Limited (EPG), a leading global manufacturer and distributor of polymer and plastic products, said the International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects global economic growth of 3.2% in 2024-2025. The global economic recovery is slow but steady, with regional variations. Global inflation is expected to continue to decline, but is subject to pressure from rising interest rates and protracted geopolitical conflicts. These factors pose challenges to EPG's global operations. In fiscal year 2024/2025 (April 2024 to March 2025), the company will focus on the following businesses:Achieving organic growth:…