Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Connects with Community
This past March, the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce sent a clear message to the surrounding community. The region’s Latino population has evolved drastically over the last thirty years. That is why the chamber’s CEO and president, Jennifer Rodriguez, decided it was time to reach out to Latino entrepreneurs in its first ever “one-on-one” […]
Small Business Owners and the Need for Small Business Lawyers
You have been operating your small business for just under five years and you are still waiting for trouble before you get help. Can you really afford to take the inevitable hit? Before an unwelcome situation arises, consult an attorney. By the time you are knee-deep in legal issues, attempting to navigate them on your own, […]
Five Easy Ways to Lose Your Liquor License
If you have questions about liquor licenses, your first move should be to seek legal advice and consult an attorney. These laws are controlled at the state level, as well, so be sure to visit the state website of NJ. There, you will find detailed information regarding the sale, purchase, and regulation of alcoholic beverages […]
Partnership Formed to Protect Latino-Owned Businesses from Predatory Lenders
Latino entrepreneurs should stop having to depend on seed funding from friends and family and should start being able to access capital like the rest of the small business community. Carlos Medina and Doug Naidus certainly think so, and their respective organizations have partnered to provide Latinos access to the capital they need to start […]
Four Resources for Securing Small Business Loans
Where there is a rapidly growing segment of the country’s economy, there will soon be resources that offer small business loans. If that rapidly growing segment happens to be a minority, there will be resources specifically designed to offer small business loans to that group. For example, Hispanics have already been identified by the U.S. […]
Get to Know Your Mercer County Small Business Resources
Are you a small business owner operating in Mercer County? Are you aware of the resources made available to you by Mercer County? Look no further.Small Business Counseling ProgramMercer County’s chief resource for small businesses is its Small Business Counseling Program. It provides expanded training and technical assistance activities during weekday and evening hours at […]
Small Businesses and Trademark Registration
Filing a trademark seems like something simple, right? You can do it on the internet. Who needs an attorney? Just keep reading. In the United States, your trademark rights are based on use, specifically being the first to use, for example, a sign or design. When it comes to interstate commerce, trademark rights are based on […]
An Update on the Rise of Latino Entrepreneurship
According to the Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative (SLEI), there is so much to learn about the Latino-owned businesses in the United States. Since 2007, Latino-owned businesses grew in number by 46%, which outpaces the growth among all other demographic groups combined. Forty percent of Latino business owners are Millennials. Forty-four percent are female. Between 2007 […]
Five Insights for Hispanic Restaurateurs
Latino entrepreneurs often face plenty of legal issues when attempting to open a start-up restaurant. However, investing in a restaurant business is an important area of engagement for Hispanic entrepreneurs. Above all other business issues that need to be considered beforehand, the negotiation of a lease takes precedent. How the restaurant can be financed and where […]
New Jersey Small Businesses Coping with Federal Shutdowns
Federal government shutdowns are not a frequent challenge that small business owners face, but they obviously do occur. When they do, revenue may be affected. They will likely be unable to get help from federal agencies. What can small business owners do to protect themselves, now or during any future shutdowns?Social Media MarketingIf your customers […]