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Small businesses are the heartbeat of the Suncoast. From family-owned shops and service providers to solo entrepreneurs and creative startups, local businesses help define the character of our communities. As costs rise and competition increases, many owners are looking for smarter ways to save time, reach customers, and operate more efficiently. Artificial intelligence is increasingly […]
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Long after the hurricanes moved off Florida’s Gulf Coast, the financial storm continues for many locally owned businesses. One Cortez small business is now sounding an urgent alarm: without immediate community support, it may be forced to close its doors within weeks. “The Beach Shop” is located at 11904 Cortez Rd., Cortez, Florida In a […]
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Artificial intelligence isn’t just for big corporations anymore. Today, small and mid-sized businesses can tap into AI tools that make their websites smarter, faster, and more effective at turning visitors into customers. At Sande Caplin & Associates, we’re helping businesses across South Florida unlock the power of AI without the tech headaches — and it […]
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The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce has earned national recognition as a winner of the 2025 Communications Award of Excellence from the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE). This prestigious honor highlights the Chamber’s innovative and impactful communications strategy promoting the 2024 Small Business Awards. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, ACCE represents more than 1,600 […]
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In honor of International Women’s Day and Women’s History month in February, Hooters is recognizing several of their employees who are also entrepreneurs. In addition to working in the restaurants for many years the ladies also have their own separate small businesses. Small Business spotlight around Boca Raton, Bradenton, Cape Coral, Fort Lauderdale Cypress Creek, Naples […]
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The Sarasota Chamber of Commerce recently concluded its prestigious 34th Annual Small Business Awards ceremony, sponsored by the Herald-Tribune Media Group. Held at The Ora Ballroom in The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, the event brought together over 600 guests to honor outstanding local businesses across ten distinct categories. Following the awards presentation, a special reception, […]
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The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce is delighted to unveil the finalists for the esteemed 34th annual Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards, presented by the Herald-Tribune Media Group. This prestigious gala, dedicated to recognizing the remarkable achievements of local businesses, will unfold on Friday, June 21, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 1:15 PM […]
Written by Angela Naff on . Posted in Businesses.
Every May, we come together to celebrate Small Business Month, a time to recognize and honor the incredible contributions of small businesses to our communities and economy. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and fostering a sense of community. As we reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and […]
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The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce (GSCC) is excited to announce the 27 finalists of the 2023 Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards. The awards luncheon presented by the Herald-Tribune recognizes leading local member businesses in nine categories. WHAT: 2023 Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business AwardsWHERE: Hyatt Regency Sarasota | 1000 Boulevard of […]
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Vehicles are essential in running small businesses. You can use them to deliver finished goods and raw materials and ferry staff from one point to another. However, you should keep your fleet in good condition for optimal functionality. Maintenance and repairs help keep your vehicles in excellent condition. If it often breaks down, they result […]
Written by Angela Naff on . Posted in Blog.
May is Small Business Month when we support all the small businesses in our community. Creating jobs in their community is one of the best benefits that small businesses afford their home communities. They pump their profits into developing employees, marketing, and relationships in their communities where big-box retailers do not replicate this trend. Local […]