Supporting Grand Rapids Business Growth
From Darcy McMann, GR Chamber President ……
Shark Tank’s Tariffs Struggle
Like many ideas that take off on "Shark Tank," Silverman and Kinoshita promised to scale quickly and keep costs low by producing in China, where their $399 Plufls could be made for $140. By 2023, Plufl had logged $1 million in sales. Heading into this year,...
Women’s Small Business Month: Lessons Learned, Mental Health Management, Pride Points
Before turning the page on National Women's Small Business Month 2025, Editor JEFF D'ALESSIO convened a panel of 31 local leaders to talk lessons learned, mental health management, celebrating wins and more. More From The News-Gazette
Low-Cost Tech Moves That Deliver Big Returns For Small Businesses
Small businesses don’t necessarily need big budgets to get ahead—sometimes, they just need the right technologies. From automating repetitive tasks to tightening cybersecurity protections, low-cost, tech-forward solutions can help teams save time, prevent risk and...
How Much Does Small Business Insurance Cost?
The cost of small business insurance depends on many factors, including the industry, location, payroll, number of employees, claims history, and years in business. You may adjust your coverage, increase your deductible, reduce risks, inquire about discounts, and...
Accounting Software For SMB: 10 Things You Should Know About Them
Small businesses need to select the right accounting software for their situation because it determines their financial accuracy and operational efficiency. The right software choice enables enterprises to handle bookkeeping tasks efficiently, support expansion and...
Windows 10 Support Has Ended, But Here’s How To Get An Extra Year For Free
Still running Windows 10 on your PC? Did you know that as of October 14, Microsoft moved the software to its "end of life" phase? So while Windows 10 PCs will continue to work, they'll stop getting important security updates by default. The good news is you still...
