By Katie Honan THE CITY | Photo Credit: Ben Fractenberg/THE CITY At least one major organization has had to shutter, while others are preparing to scale back work and staff because of snowballing financial issues. Nonprofit organizations around New York are still facing months-long delays in getting paid on city government contracts, recently forcing some […]
By BeautyIndependent At 5:34 a.m. EST on Wednesday, the Associated Press called Wisconsin and the White House for Donald Trump, capping a historic comeback for the former president and a crushing defeat for his electoral rival, Vice President Kamala Harris. Upon waking up to the news, many American beauty entrepreneurs reacted with strong emotions—jubilation, […]
By Greg David, THE CITY | Editorial Credit: StratfordProductions/ shutterstock.com Employment in bars and eateries is nearly back to pre-2020 levels, with new establishments playing to a wide range of clienteles. Chef Franklin Becker and partner Stephen Loffredo spent $7 million on the build-out of the two-story seafood eatery Point Seven, located in the MetLife […]
By Rona Mahadeo | Editorial credit: Millenius / shutterstock.com The Government of Guyana has emerged as a lucrative destination for domestic and international businesses due to its rapidly expanding economy fueled by significant oil discoveries. As the country invests in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and other sectors, opportunities abound for businesses seeking to secure contracts through […]
By Bedassa Tadesse, THE CONVERSATION | Editorial Credit: Qubix Studio / shutterstock.com From the ports of Los Angeles to the cornfields of Iowa, the U.S.’s international trade policy is a force that shapes the lives of every American. With the presidential election looming in November 2024, discussing trade policy isn’t just an academic exercise – […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. New York City is one of the most vibrant and competitive business environments in the world, offering a wealth of opportunities for entrepreneurs. However, before starting a business in NYC, it’s essential to understand the various legal structures available and the processes involved in establishing your company. The legal structure you […]
U.S Small Business Administration, SBA Press Office | Editorial credit: RossHelen / shutterstock.com More Than a Dozen Private Funds to Invest $2.8 Billion in Over 1,000 Critical Technology Startups and Small Businesses WASHINGTON– Today, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and Secretary Lloyd J. Austin, head of the U.S. Department Secretary of Defense (DoD) announced 13 […]
Photo credit: DPI Guyana Guyana’s local content legislation continues to create numerous opportunities for Guyanese involvement in the oil and gas sector, enabling more than US$2 billion in revenue generation for small and medium-sized local enterprises. This is according to President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, who has emphasised that 65 per cent of the oil […]
Editorial Credit: Yuri A. /shutterstock.com 1. Introduction to Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) Overview of an LLC A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a popular business structure in the United States that provides business owners with the flexibility of a partnership or sole proprietorship while offering the limited liability protection typically associated with a corporation. An […]
Editorial Credit: Here Now / shutterstock.com ALBANY, NY (August 29, 2024): The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy association, released its 2023-24 legislative Voting Record today, tracking votes from every lawmaker on key areas of concern and importance for small business owners in the state. The Voting Record is […]