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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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How to Get Funding for Your Inventions

Are you ready to get paid for invention ideas or bring your design to market? Explore key considerations and seven financing methods.

How to Register a Nonprofit

Learn the six steps you need to take to register a nonprofit and receive tax-exempt status.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Unveils the 2025 CO—100: America’s Top 100 Small Businesses

On September 3, 2025, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and CO— announced the CO—100, a list celebrating the top 100 small businesses in America.

How to Structure a Family Business

Choosing the right ownership structure and governance system can protect the longevity of your company.

How to Determine Employee Pay

The job requirements and an employee's background and experience determine the salary you pay them.

Celebrities Who Are Also Entrepreneurs

Household names like Bryan Cranston, Kevin Hart, and Jennifer Garner have added "entrepreneur" to their extensive résumés.

How to Plan Ahead for the Holiday Shopping Season

Early preparation for the holiday shopping season helps small businesses boost sales, overcome challenges, and stay competitive during the most critical sales period of the year.

A SMB's Guide to Employee Ownership

The worker-ownership model benefits companies and staff. Here's how it works and improves small businesses.

How to Price Your Product

Whether you’re setting prices for the first time or determining a price for a new offering, here are some best practices for pricing your product.

How to Help Employees With Child Care

Child care perks can help working parents achieve better work-life balance and increase your business’s ability to attract and retain top talent.