By Selen Ozturk, Ethnic Media Services Since Trump’s termination of federal diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, small businesses nationwide are expected to take a major hit. The executive orders issued during Trump’s first week of office in late January end all federal DEI and affirmative action programs; equity-related grants and contracts; and prior equal […]
Editorial credit: Artem Stepanov / Shutterstock.com Expanding a business through franchising is a great way to grow a successful brand while minimizing financial risk. Franchising allows you to replicate your business model and generate revenue from franchise fees and royalties while empowering independent entrepreneurs to operate under your brand name. However, franchising a business in […]
Starting a shipping business in New York City that specializes in sending barrels to the Caribbean, Africa, and Latin America can be a lucrative venture. With a high demand for barrel shipping from immigrant communities, this type of business provides an essential service for people sending goods to their families abroad. However, launching and operating […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens As of 2025, New York City’s entrepreneurial landscape has become increasingly diverse, with non-white business owners making significant contributions across various industries. This shift reflects broader demographic changes and a growing emphasis on inclusive economic development. Below is an overview of the top 10 types of businesses owned by non-white entrepreneurs […]
A Division of Figeroux & Associates, Brooklyn, NY Address: 26 Court Street, Suite 701, Brooklyn, NY 11242 Schedule a Consultation: www.askthelawyer.us Introduction: The American Dream of Business Ownership The pursuit of the American Dream has always been rooted in two key aspirations: homeownership and business ownership. The ability to start, own, and grow a business […]
By Caribbean Business Report | Photo credit: OECS The Caribbean Business Cruise (CBC) is back for its 5th edition, promising to empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from the Caribbean with unique opportunities for business growth and networking. The Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), through its Competitive Business Unit (CBU), is collaborating with […]
Introduction: Navigating Legal Challenges as a Small Business Owner Starting and running a small business requires vision, strategy, and legal foresight. Entrepreneurs often face a labyrinth of regulatory requirements, contracts, and compliance hurdles, which, if mismanaged, can lead to costly disputes or financial setbacks. This is where Figeroux & Associates’ Small Business Solutions Division steps […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens The global Black community shares a rich history of resilience, innovation, and cultural wealth. Despite the forced displacement of Africans through the transatlantic slave trade and the systemic disenfranchisement of Black populations worldwide, Black people have continuously built, rebuilt, and contributed significantly to economies, cultures, and political movements. Black Americans, in […]
Introduction: Why Transitioning from Worker to Business Owner Requires Legal & Strategic Planning Leaving behind the security of a steady paycheck to start a business is an exciting but challenging endeavor. Whether you’re an employee with a side hustle, a freelancer ready to scale up, or a corporate worker dreaming of independence, the journey from […]
The ‘Everything Vincy Expo 2025’ (EVEP) will be showcased at St Vincent’s 3.6-acre Diamond Industrial Estate from October 23 to 27. Nadine Agard-Juillerat, Director of Export at INVESTSVG, stated that the event will feature more than 100 Vincentian businesses alongside over 100 regional entrepreneurs and innovators. “The venue will host approximately 150 domestic participants and […]