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Perspectives, news, and practical information for small businesses
On July 30, 1953, President Dwight Eisenhower signed the Small Business Act into law, creating a new agency: the U.S. Small Business Administration. Its mission: To aid, counsel, assist and protect small businesses, the backbone of America’s economy.
July is Independent Retailer Month, a time to celebrate the important role that independent retailers play in their communities. It’s also a great time to take the next step if you’ve been thinking about starting your own retail operation.