Small business view: Ebola, energy and elections
Small business owners have their fair share of issues to stay on top of. These days they can add three more to the list. Gas prices are plunging. Fears about the Ebola virus are increasing. And the upcoming elections are raising questions about what the

Small Business Owners Near Georgia Avenue Walmart Seek City’s Help
In December 2013, Mayor Vincent Gray and Ward 4 Councilmember Muriel Bowser cut the ceremonial ribbon at the Georgia Avenue Walmart, one of the super center’s first two stores to open in the District. We fought for a long time to make sure that this

Small business divided over minimum wage votes
NEW YORK (AP) Workers in five states could get a raise after Election Day. Some small business owners say raising the minimum wage will pressure their companies, forcing them to cut employees’ hours or jobs. Others say it’s the right thing to do for

See What Happened at the Small Business Influencer Awards and Summit
Small business owners, tech company executives, other people who support the small business community all gathered last week for the Small Business Summit and the 4th Annual Small Business Influencer Awards ceremony immediately afterward. The two