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Unboxing Competition: Breaking up Amazon Will Benefit Chinese Marketplaces at Small Businesses’ Expense
A central argument Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina Khan and her allies consistently make is that Amazon is hampering competition and needs to be broken up. Reportedly, the agency is preparing a lawsuit to break up the company – a move that would ultimately hurt sellers who use Amazon’s services to reach global markets,…
Minnesota-Based Amazon Sellers Share Marketplace Experiences Ahead of FTC Lawsuit
Minneapolis, MN (Sep. 20, 2023): The Connected Commerce Council, an organization representing digitally empowered small businesses, hosted a press conference with three Minnesota-based Amazon sellers who shared their experiences selling on Amazon ahead of the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC’s) expected lawsuit to break up the popular online marketplace. “I created a caulk alternative that is…
U.S. Congressman Visits Local Small Business
Congressman Bill Johnson, representing the 6th Congressional District of Ohio visited Scaffidi’s Restaurant in Steubenville Tuesday to hear ideas on privacy and anti-trust laws.
U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson visits business, volunteer group
STEUBENVILLE — U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson, R-Marietta, used a part of his August congressional recess to visit a local business and a volunteer organization Tuesday.
Steubenville Small Business Hosts Rep. Bill Johnson
Steubenville, OH (August 29, 2023): Today, Steubenville-based small business Scaffidi Restaurant Group, a family-owned, multi-brand food service corporation, hosted Rep. Bill Johnson (R-OH-06) at its restaurant, Scaffidi’s. Rep. Johnson toured Scaffidi’s and learned about the digital tools CEO Frankie DiCarlantonio uses to support his restaurant and attract new customers. DiCarlantonio also shared concerns with Rep.…
Rep. Bacon visits eCreamery warehouse and distribution center; owners urge protections for small businesses
“We want to make sure that when decisions are made, they keep small businesses in mind and how it affects small business owners in reaching their customers,” Becky App, co-founder said
Omaha Small Business Hosts Rep. Don Bacon
Omaha, NE (August 22, 2023): Today, Omaha-based small business eCreamery, a local ice cream shop that makes and ships custom, individualized pints nationwide, hosted Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE-02) at their warehouse and distribution center. Rep. Bacon toured the eCreamery facility and learned about the digital tools that co-founders Abby Jordan and Becky App use to…
Amazon Experts Share Experience with Online Marketplace Ahead of FTC Lawsuit
Washington, DC (August 21, 2023): The Connected Commerce Council, an organization representing digitally empowered small businesses, today hosted a press conference with three small business leaders with insights and experience selling on Amazon ahead of the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) expected lawsuit to break up the online marketplace. “I work with multiple clients who have…
Breaking Prime: How the FTC Could Harm Millions of Small Sellers
Selling on Amazon has proven to be a game changer for small businesses, providing them access to a global audience and the opportunity to thrive in the e-commerce industry. Close to 90% of Amazon Prime members say they like what they’re getting, and this satisfaction translates to increased visibility and sales for small sellers, giving…
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