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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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CO—100 Forum: One-on-One With Dominique Dawes

From Olympian to entrepreneur, Gold Medalist Dominique Dawes shares how she’s building a legacy with future gymnasts at the heart of her mission, in conversation with Michelle Russo, EVP and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

What a Business Owner Learned While Running a Business and Raising Her Daughter

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked Teresa Johnson, CEO of Color Me Mine, to share the lessons she learned through owning several businesses while raising her daughter.

How Small Business Owners Can Leverage AI

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked Brenda Christensen, Co-Founder and Principal at Stellar Public Relations, Inc., to share tips on how small business owners can take advantage of artificial intelligence (AI).

AI Shortcuts to Help SMBs Plan for Small Business Saturday

These AI prompts offer SMBs a shortcut to crafting the right strategies for standing out on Small Business Saturday, taking place on November 30, 2024.

What Is Asset Amortization?

Amortization applies to your intangible assets and gives you a better idea of your business’s value.

Financial Calculations That Reveal Your Business's Health

Calculating key indicators related to solvency, profitability, and management helps you better assess your business's health.

Community Engagement: 5 Reasons to Prioritize It

In this edition of "Ask the Board," we asked Nathan Miller, Founder and President of Rentec Direct, to explain why community engagement is important for small business owners and entrepreneurs alike.

Looking for Top Talent? Here's Why You Should Hire Former Athletes

In this edition of "Ask the Board," we asked ​​Danya Abrams and Andrew Mirken of Diverse Athlete Placement (WeAreDAP) to share why small business owners and entrepreneurs should hire former athletes.

What to Do if Your Social Media Accounts Are Compromised

See if you can log in to your account, change your password, and follow the steps each platform's support team requires to triage a compromised account.

A Guide to Writing a Company Vehicle Use Policy

Before letting employees drive a company vehicle, ensure that you have a policy that clearly defines the rules. Here's what you need to know.