Entries by Business Executive

Deep tech investors now back women-led ventures

Anuya Nisal, Founder & CEO of Serigen Mediproducts, says that deep tech investors are now more open to backing women-led ventures. In an interview, she shared her journey as a woman entrepreneur in the biomedical industry. Nisal says that female founders are often held to higher standards and need to show stronger metrics and resilience. […]





Louisiana Small Business Development Center’s director shares about impact on local economy

MONROE, La. (KNOE) – The Louisiana Small Business Development Center is an organization that provides resources for those looking to get into the business world. Virendra Chhikara says starting a small business is not easy, but the LSBDC works to help businesses overcome the challenges they may face. “When you start a business or you’re […]





Bridgeport restaurant owner volunteers as ‘finance coach’ to help would-be small business owners

A Bridgeport restaurant owner is volunteering as a “finance coach” during National Financial Literacy Month. Paul Brown, owner of Grill 2 Restaurant & Lounge. volunteers to help would-be small business owners. He says making a business plan is essential — but that’s only the start. Brown also says would-be small business owners should have enough […]





5 Books Every Small Business Owner Should Read

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. While there are many “small business 101” courses online, few capture the nuances and complexity of running a small business from scratch. You might learn the essentials (like how to file for an LLC or how to manage your books) but miss the most critical component: how […]





Survey: Nearly Two-Thirds Of Small Business Owners Sound Alarm On Economy And Chaotic Tariff Policy

WASHINGTON – A new national survey of small business owners reveals widespread concern about the U.S. economy, particularly fueled by the “whiplash” caused by recent trade policy. In a snap survey of 501 small business owners in the Small Business for Americas Future Network, 63% believe the American economy is on the wrong track. The […]





The journey of Marty Kausas: startup insights

Marty Kausas, co-founder and CEO of Pylon, shares his personal journey as a startup founder. His story is filled with challenges, doubts, and pivotal moments that pushed him to keep moving forward. Marty speaks candidly about his ups and downs, offering a reminder that success isn’t just about relentless perseverance but also knowing when to […]





Cincinnati gives 13 small businesses $20K grants to help grow, overcome barriers

CINCINNATI — More than a dozen small businesses across Cincinnati are receiving grants to help grow and overcome any obstacles they may face. Each business will receive $20,000 from the City of Cincinnati’s Commercial Tenant Improvement Program (CTIP) through the Department of Community and Economic Development. “Helping to kind of create a more vibrant community […]





VC investment in European startups passed $52B in 2024, continuing long-term growth trend

Venture capital investment in European startups passed $52 billion last year, reflecting the market’s long-term growth trajectory and gradual stabilization after the out-sized peaks of 2021-2022 (driven largely by the COVID-19 pandemic), and the comparative slump of 2023, according to a new report. Although 2024 has seen political and regulatory turmoil, Europe’s talent pool of […]





West Chester small business falls victim to scam, looks for community support

WEST CHESTER, Ohio — A West Chester business recently fell victim to a scam, leaving them struggling financially during an already slow season. Ghiovanna Dennis and her daughter co-own the Coterie Lounge & Cafe in West Chester. “I’m not a coffee connoisseur of any sort, but I use it to bring people together,” said Dennis. […]