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Bethany J. Miller

Fast-Paced, Big Growth

Companies in the Greater Richmond Region are growing at top speed. Within the last seven days, two lists which identify the nation’s and region’s largest and most quickly growing firms have been released, and each feature businesses with local presence. 

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Bethany J. Miller

US Chamber Report Ranks Virginia as a Top State for Innovation, Talent, and Performance

Themed Getting Down to Small Business, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce released its fourth annual Enterprising States study earlier this week. The study reviewed state-level policies that are designed to bolster small business activity, and the importance of the small business community to the nation’s overall economic recovery.

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Bethany J. Miller

THANK YOU!!

On April 30th, the BusinessFirst program paused to thank all of the members of its invaluable volunteer network, and the Business First economic development professionals who coordinate their existing business outreach efforts. 

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Bethany J. Miller

Small Business Summit Hosted by Governor McDonnell and National Federation of Independent Business

Business Appreciation Week is quickly approaching and a wide variety of events are being organized to thank, and keep informed, Virginia’s valuable existing business community. Governor McDonnell announced earlier today that on June 5, 2013, he will host the Governor’s Small Business Summit in partnership with the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).

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Bill Fay

Financial Tips for Small Businesses – Debt.org

Running a small business is stressful. As an entrepreneur, you have enough things to worry about without having to constantly check on your finances. That’s why it’s helpful for small business owners to take a few steps financially to give themselves a little breathing room. Here are some ways you can help organize your business:

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