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Small Business Month

Celebrating small business this month, and year-round.

Small Business Month: Events, Tools and Resources

May is National Small Business Month! At CO—, our goal is to help small business and startup owners begin and succeed in their businesses. Here, we've curated a collection of content—from events happening this month, to tools your business can use year-round—to help guide you through your entrepreneurial journey.
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What Is a Chamber of Commerce?

Joining a chamber of commerce can help you build your professional network and market your business.

How to Create and Manage an Email Marketing List

When you effectively build and manage an email list, you can reap the rewards of direct, targeted marketing campaigns.

The Pros and Cons of Accepting Cryptocurrency as Payment

As cryptocurrency becomes more mainstream, here’s what business owners need to consider before offering this payment option to customers.

How to Register Your Business Name

Registering your business name protects your small business and helps you avoid problems down the road.

Startup Gardenuity Melds Tech and Community to Forge Wellness Niche — Attracting Untapped Audiences

The gardening category was overdue for a refresh. Now this experience-driven concept is cultivating the next generation of gardeners by tapping into self-care interests and strategic partnerships.

How Model Train Brand Lionel Is Leveraging Its Track Record in the Age of AI

Lionel LLC, the maker of beloved model train sets, has a new owner and is building on its strengths—and collectors’ enthusiasm—to unlock newfound growth.

How Small Businesses Bring Big Marketing Ideas to Life With Print

These small businesses used creative print marketing strategies to elevate their brand, attract customers, and fuel growth.

Understanding CapEx, OpEx, and COGS

Capital expenditures, operating expenses, and cost of goods sold are expense categories that can be confusing when filing your taxes.

How Small Businesses Can Use AI to Boost Efficiency Without Losing Human Expertise

In this edition of "Ask the Board," we feature Amy Boston, founder of Threology, on the benefits and limitations of AI in HR.

Sista Santa: Holiday Decor Reimagined

Founder Nikkia Henderson launched Sista Santa to offer inflatable holiday figures that center Black women and expand representation in seasonal decor.