Author: ciamedianew

Sep132024

Small Business Support Office Hours: Connecting the Dots in the Great State of Georgia

What constitutes a small business in Georgia? You must be independently owned and operated, plus have fewer than 300 employees, or bring in less than $30 million in annual gross receipts. Just like any company, small businesses in Georgia are extremely diverse in their structure…

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Sep062024

📢 Let’s Talk Politics! 🏛️ Connecting the Dots in the Great State of Georgia

How much ‘power’ do Commissioners and Council members really have? This answer may surprise you. 📢 Let's Talk Politics! 🏛️ Connecting the Dots in the Great State of Georgia Are you curious about how your local government works? Do you want to make a difference…

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Oct242022

Which certification or marketing strategy is right for your company?

There is no one size fits all solution when it comes to marketing. Which certification or marketing strategy is right for your company? It depends! ✓Are you B2C, B2B, or both? ✓Do you have the capacity to scale? ✓Who’s your target audience? ✓What’s your overall…

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Jun022020

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Surety Bonds

I'm sharing an interview with my bonding agent, Sean P. Kirwan. When I started my business, I didn't need bonding. As a matter of fact, when someone told me I needed a bond I thought bonds were just to get people out of jail. That's…

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Apr202020

How Can Minority And Woman-Owned Businesses Build Thriving Businesses In This New Landscape?

Business, as usual, is never again going to be "business as usual." How can minority and woman-owned businesses build thriving businesses in this new landscape? Get certified. Certifications can open new opportunities for business growth when you know how to leverage them. Even during recessionary…

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Apr182020

6 Certifications Your Minority Business Enterprise Could Use to Win Business

If you are a minority, woman or veteran owned business, certifications may be the best route for your business. There are also certifications if your office is in a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone). Local, state and federal certifications are all FREE. National certifications have…

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