AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoLocal Economic Development: McFarland, Wisconsin is weighing a Tax Incremental Finance district to help Bliffert Lumber relocate into a new mixed-use small business park—aimed at expansion and downtown redevelopment. Cost-of-Living Pressure: Victoria, Australia’s opposition is pitching a $50 weekly road toll cap (with rebates) that would include small business fleets up to five vehicles, targeting tradies and small operators. Small Business Fraud Risk: Massachusetts’ Lawrence mayor Brian DePena was arrested over alleged $1.5M COVID relief fraud tied to SBA EIDL loans, a reminder to owners to keep paperwork and use of funds airtight. Customer Experience & Growth: A Louisiana SBDC spotlight highlights no-cost help from A to Z—business plans, financing prep, and follow-up support. Payments & Compliance: Deluxe’s acquisition of Celero Commerce could expand digital payment capabilities for SMBs, while Oman’s OTA approved Advintek’s subsidiary as an e-invoicing service provider ahead of Fawtara Phase 1. Community Commerce: Coffee and wellness events—from Khairos Coffee’s new location to SPARK 618’s anniversary fair—show how local foot traffic can turn into real customer pipelines.
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