Tips for Nonprofits to Maximize Private Grant Opportunities

11/27/19

Securing grant funding is a strategic process that requires planning and preparation, according to Laura Bode, Director of Community Engagement at A New Leaf. During the Bank's recent ShopTalk event focused on strategic funding for nonprofit organizations, Laura shared her tips for maximizing private grant opportunities.

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Secrets to Running a Successful Woman-Owned Business

05/30/19

Without a doubt, women are excelling in business. According to the 2018 State of Women-Owned Business Report by American Express, there are now more than 12.3 million women-owned businesses in the U.S., generating $1.8 trillion in sales as of 2018. In light of all the progress women have made in business, you may be wondering how and why women are excelling in business. We spoke to four women business owners to find out what they believe were the secrets to their success.

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Hot HR Issues Facing Small Business Owners Today

05/01/19

The Bank's April ShopTalk event focused on helping small businesses tackle the most pressing human resource issues today. Guest speaker, Noemi Barazza, Chief Operating Officer for Creative Business Resources, offered these valuable insights.

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4 Reasons Board Service Can Be Good For Business

04/04/19

Whether you are a young entrepreneur, owner of an established business, or a seasoned CEO, serving on a public or nonprofit board can offer significant benefits to you and your company:

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Planning Your Exit is Part of Running a Successful Business

03/13/19

How and when you move on from your business may be the farthest thing from your mind right now...but it shouldn't be. Having a well-planned exit strategy is crucial, and not having one could be downright tragic, according to the experts speaking at the Arizona Business Council's Educational Conference "Business Owner Exit Strategies & Deal Considerations."

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