Many small business owners find themselves acting as a default HR specialist as they get established and grow. Planning ahead and understanding the rules will help avoid future issues, saving […]
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Firebrand BBQ Wins Alaska SBA Small Business Award
Chad and Stephanie Higgins have spent decades serving others. Chad fought fires to protect his community of Amarillo, Texas, for 22 years. Stephanie worked as a paralegal for a local […]
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Independent Contractors in Washington state: What Business Owners Need to Know
At Business Impact NW, we work with entrepreneurs every day who are building, growing, and scaling their businesses. One of the most common, and often misunderstood, areas we see is […]
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Celebrating Dreams 2026: A Day of Connection and Opportunity
The space was buzzing hours before the event’s official start. Stations showcasing creative business ideas packed the area to the square meter. Women founders were making the rounds, swapping contact […]
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Putting Down Roots at Full Cellar Farm
Full Cellar Farm has a powerful and straightforward mission: To grow food for as many people in the community as possible. Located in unincorporated Multnomah County, OR, the farm operates […]
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