Celebrate Small Business Saturday
Posted: November 23, 2021
Why Shop Small? The COVID-19 pandemic altered a lot of ways we shop. When we couldn’t roam around stores, we got accustomed to ordering online and having packages shipped to our doorsteps. Communities of all sizes saw a hit, with an estimated 50% of small businesses closing across the world. Now more than ever, our local economies need a big boost. Here’s what that looks...
How to Promote Your Brand for Small Business Saturday
Posted: November 19, 2021
Small Business Saturday is celebrated every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. In 2021, this holiday falls on November 27. This is the day set aside to support small businesses in the U.S. It was started by American Express in 2010 to bring more holiday shopping to small businesses. In 2016, 112 million consumers across the nation participated in this event by shopping and dining...
Business Insurance to Protect Your Veteran-Owned Company
Posted: November 4, 2021
Veterans entering the business world have access to a number of resources. These include the Small Business Administration, Veterans Affairs Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), the SCORE Veteran Fast Launch Initiative, and American Corporate Partners (ACP). One essential aspect of running a business is having adequate insurance coverage to protect your interests. The type of business insurance you need to protect your...
A Savvy Business Owner’s Checklist for Cyber Insurance Coverage
Posted: October 19, 2021
Any business that uses computer technology today has to deal with cyber risk. Ransomware attacks are on the rise, and small and medium businesses are being targeted more than ever. With the shift to more people working from home in 2020, cybercriminals are taking advantage of the opportunity to exploit remote workers. Cyber insurance may be essential for a business of any size. The following...
Do I Need Business Insurance for My Side Gig?
Posted: October 4, 2021
A side gig is a great way to earn extra cash. It is an opportunity to branch out on your own, and it could even grow into a full-time business that allows you to “quit your day job.” One thing to keep in mind while running a side hustle is the importance of protecting your business and yourself in case something goes wrong. To be...