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From Baking to Coaching Entrepreneurs: Shennice Cleckley’s Digital Journey

Lexington, SC Shennice Cleckley started her entrepreneurial journey in 2003 when she opened a bakery in Lexington, SC. She learned so much from starting her own business that she decided to help others do the same. In 2018, she founded Smart Cookie Coaching, a results-driven coaching service that equips small business owners with the tools…

Experience Summer in New England with Seawicks Candle Company

Edgecomb, ME Inspired by his cottage in Edgecomb, ME, Michael Gaffney created Seawicks Candle Company to encapsulate everything he loves about New England summers. With fragrances from strawberry picking to salty seas, Seawicks’ hand-poured soy wax candles can transport anyone to summer on Maine’s coast. Michael began by selling his candles in a small storefront…

Recapping 2023 and Looking Ahead to 2024

2023 was a landmark year for small businesses. Across the country, small business leaders made their voices heard – weighing in on important policy issues in Washington, DC and in state capitals. As we look ahead to what’s in store for 2024, we wanted to share some updates on issues impacting small businesses and how…

Amazon Asks Judge to Dismiss Bogus FTC Lawsuit

Amazon’s battle against the FTC’s bogus lawsuit continued with the online retailer and marketplace asking the court to throw out the suit because it lacked the legal grounds to go to trial. Small sellers across the country criticized the FTC for not understanding how Amazon, e-commerce, or running a business works, and shared concerns over…