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Fun Ways to Boost Local During Small Business Month

Think Small, Act Big: Fun Ways to Boost Local During Small Business MonthAnother calendar page has come and gone and with it, we’re ushering in May and Small Business Month. There’s no better time to show some local love! Small businesses are the heartbeat of our community. They’re the coffee shops where we meet friends, the boutiques that stock one-of-a-kind finds, and the service providers who remember our names and donate to our causes. But before you think this is a new call to spend money, know that

15+ Inexpensive Ways to Advertise Your Business

15+ Inexpensive Ways to Advertise Your Business     You know the old adage, “It takes money to make money”? While that may be true, marketing and advertising don’t have to cost a fortune. In fact, some of the most effective ways to get your business noticed are either free or surprisingly affordable (especially with the technology available). Whether you’re just getting started or trying to grow on a tight budget, here are 15 creative and cost-effective ideas to boost your visibility and draw in

IWU Receives ECFA Accreditation for Financial Integrity

Indiana Wesleyan University Accredited by National Organization for Financial Integrity MARION, IN (May 6, 2025) – Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) has received official accreditation from the Evangelical Council for Financial Integrity (ECFA), a national organization recognized for promoting financial integrity among Christ-centered institutions.  The accreditation affirms IWU's commitment to transparency, ethical governance, and responsible financial stewardship. The ECFA's rigorous accreditation

IRS Resources for Small Business Owners

During National Small Business Week (May 4-10, 2025), we hope you’ll find the IRS resources for small business owners noted below and in the attached as information which you can share with your those who operate, or are considering starting, a small business.   Here are some IRS small business resources that can help your education efforts:The attached promotion bundle, which includes themes, resource links and sample social media messages for each day of National Small Business WeekThe Small Business

Small Business Talk with Trent Daly May 28

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IUK Offers College Prep Camp June 9-13

PRESS RELEASE IUK offers college prep camp for Marion Community Schools Middle school students from Marion will get an inside look at college life, at Indiana University Kokomo’s free Ignite Your Future camp June 9-13. Brandi Keith, adjunct professor of sociology and student success, said incoming sixth and seventh graders from the Marion Community Schools will participate in on campus activities June 9-12, followed by a field trip in their community on June 13. Their goal is for students to start

New Fund Expands Inclusive Projects in Grant County

Contact: Meagan Mathias Community Leadership Director Email: Meagan@GiveToGrant.org April 4, 2025   New Fund Expands Opportunities for Inclusive Projects in Grant County Community Foundation and AWS Foundation Launch AWS Inclusive Communities Grant Cycle   Grant County, Ind. — The Community Foundation of Grant County and AWS Foundation have announced a new grant opportunity focused on creating more inclusive communities for individuals with disabilities. Through this collaboration, the AWS Foundation

Junior Achievement Seeks Volunteers for May 15

Summit Financial Group Named One of Nation's Top DC Advisor Teams

Summit Financial Group Named As One of Nation’s Top DC Advisor Teams   Fort Wayne, IN.—  Summit Financial Group, affiliated with Northwestern Mutual, has been named to the prestigious National Association of Plan Advisors’ (NAPA) 2025 list of the nation’s top defined contribution (DC) Advisor Teams with assets under advisement of at least $100 million[1].   Unlike other lists, this focuses on individual firms, or what may, in a wirehouse environment, be referred to as a team or office, and the assets

IUK Business Mentor Program Sets Up Success

PRESS RELEASE Business mentorship program sets first year students up for success KOKOMO, Ind. — When freshman Ty Frazier needed to find the Indiana University Kokomo writing center, he knew exactly who to ask. With a quick text to his mentor Gannon Davis, assigned by School of Business faculty, he knew exactly where to access help with an assignment. “Having another student who is a year or two ahead of you to ask questions is a great thing to have,” said Frazier, from Kokomo. “Because he’s in the

Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool

Adobe Acrobat has long been an invaluable tool for business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees all over the world thanks to its wide array of PDF generation and editing tools. Now, Acrobat AI Assistant offers new benefits for businesses of all sizes. Acrobat AI Assistant’s revolutionary software can transform your business with its incredible features:   Content Summarization and Insights: Long documents can be overwhelming to review, especially for busy entrepreneurs. The AI Assistant can

Revamping Your Benefits Package: What Employers Need to Know

Offering a competitive benefits package is essential to attracting and retaining the best talent. However, as the needs of employees change, so too must the benefits that employers offer. In this article, we take a look at some of the most important benefits that employers should add to their rosters in order to stay competitive.Flexible Work Hours In today's rapidly-changing world, more and more employees are seeking flexible work arrangements. Whether it's the ability to work from home one or two days