The CEO of corporate credit card unicorn Ramp says the company’s counterintuitive secret to success is helping customers spend less

On this episode of Fortune’s Leadership Next podcast, Editor-in-Chief Alyson Shontell talks with Eric Glyman, the CEO of Ramp. They discuss how the company reached a billion-dollar valuation faster than any other New York company; whether AI...

Small businesses avoid using insurance: TD survey

The majority of small business owners in the Prairies have insurance coverage, but nearly half avoid using it when faced with an emergency, according to a new poll by TD Insurance. The survey found that 88 per cent of small business owners in the...

How small businesses use digital tools to rival larger competitors

Small businesses are increasingly able to compete with larger companies by using digital tools and streamlined strategies, according to a recent overview of effective tactics. The shift is driven by the availability of affordable technology that...

County zoning proposal sparks outcry among equine community

Horse owners, ranchers and agricultural advocates are sounding the alarm over proposed zoning amendments they say could force hundreds or more horses out of Santa Clara County and devastate an industry woven into the region’s rural heritage. The...

A Pennsylvania mentorship program aims to help small businesses get government work

Getting projects from the commonwealth can be challenging for many small businesses. But a mentoring program from Pennsylvania’s Department of General Services is designed to help. The 12-month program, which is in its second year, offers...

SimpliSafe launches tailored security solutions for SMB

BOSTON — SimpliSafe has announced a new suite of security solutions designed to protect business owners and entrepreneurs. SimpliSafe Business Security introduces protection plans tailored for small and medium businesses and backed by 24/7...

Broome County clerk candidates on DMV, access, customer service 

In November, Broome County voters will elect the newest county clerk. In Broome County, the clerk's office is responsible for the upkeep of government and public records, as well as DMV operations. For Democrat Nick Libous, the modernization of...

Pays Plat First Nation and Hydro One Forge 50-Year Infrastructure Partnership

Pays Plat First Nation and Hydro One Networks (HONI) have finalized a series of new agreements covering transmission and distribution infrastructure on reserve and on proposed addition-to-reserve (ATR) lands as the community expands, after three...

Ageas Federal Life announces SME Bancassurance partnership with CSB Bank

Ageas Federal Life announces SME Bancassurance partnership with CSB Bank (Representative Image)Ageas Federal Life Insurance announced on Wednesday that it has formed an SME Bancassurance Partnership with CSB Bank. Under the collaboration,...

Pueblo City Council weighing mini-grant program to help fix broken windows at small businesses

PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) - Tonight, a new program to help small business owners in the face of vandalism is under consideration by the Pueblo City Council. The Small Business Window Repair Mini-Grant Program would provide small businesses with funds...

How community benefits agreements can reduce project delivery risk

Sameera Fazili, Pronita Gupta and Doug Bloch run the Ramp Up initiative, which helps companies, labor unions and community groups develop community benefits agreements. Local opposition can make or break the best business plan. In June 2024,...

Small Business Optimism Dips In September But Labor Market Signals All Improved

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 5:32 PM EDT Amid a dearth of macro data due to the shutdowns, this month's Small Business Optimism survey suddenly becomes noteworthy with the headline sentiment index dipping in September to a three-month low (down 2 pts...

Advent Partners acquires majority stake in efex

efex, one of Australia’s leading providers of managed IT services, has secured its next phase of growth with Advent Partners efex Founder Nick Sheehan will remain CEO under the new model, with Advent supporting the business to expand its regional...

Indian SMB e-tailers don’t face a demand gap in Europe; they face an execution gap: Gaurav Shishodia Payoneer India VP

“Indian SMB e-tailers don’t face a demand gap in Europe; they face an execution gap. Online buying is pervasive 77% of EU internet users purchased online in 2024 so wins come from removing everyday frictions: price in EUR/GBP, show a clear landed...

Bahrain and MonetaGo eye SME finance boost through counter-fraud project

MonetaGo has signed an agreement with Bahrain Fintech Bay to develop a trade finance registry in the Kingdom, in a bid to reduce the risk of invoice fraud and grow access to finance. The registry will enable Bahraini banks to validate invoices in...

Barnett brings color, connection to Chilton community

Published 11:02 am Wednesday, October 15, 2025 From Central Alabama Arts Alliance The Central Alabama Arts Alliance is thrilled to highlight artist Amy Barnett of Outside the Lines — a local artist whose work continues to bring joy, connection and...

16-year-old MCHS student plans mobile welding service for local farmers

The student debt crisis has pushed many families to rethink the traditional college path. Madison County High School senior Gavin Heath never had to rethink it. He's already on a different track entirely, building welding skills and business...

Professional Services and Development Framework

Tender Details Reference ocds-h6vhtk-0583df Common Procurement Vocabulary Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services Procurement Method Restricted procedure Value £200,000,000 More Tenders » Tender Details Reference...

Elumelu Urges Shift for National Good, Says Africa Must Become Partner, Not Charity

October 14, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s foremost banker and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, has said Africa’s sustainable development will only come from investment and shared prosperity, not dependency on foreign aid. Elumelu, who chairs Heirs Holdings...

Amy was furious over an 'influencer' customer's cruel act against her business. She's now uncovered explosive new details about them

A business owner has blasted a shameless 'influencer' customer for exploiting a loophole to score a free item - leaving her $360 out of pocket. Amy Bradley, the co-founder behind Sydney jewellery brand Luna Rae, said she found out the customer had...