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5 AI tips to try this Small Business Saturday

Thank you to the CO-U.S. Chamber of Commerce for these tips on AI.

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Get tips for leveraging AI this Small Business Saturday to maximize sales.

5 AI tips to boost your Small Business Saturday
Discover how utilizing AI can help your small business stand out on Small Business Saturday. From creating targeted campaigns to crafting unique experiences, these tips can help increase visibility for your business.

5 reasons to join your local chamber of commerce
Joining a chamber of commerce can provide numerous benefits for your business, including increasing credibility, expanding your network, and supporting professional development. Learn five ways to maximize your membership and reap the rewards of being a part of your local chamber.

Structuring your family business for success
From choosing the right ownership structure to navigating potential challenges, use this guide to create a sustainable and profitable family-owned business.

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MEET THE CO—100

Elaine Buxton, President and CEO of Confero, Inc. — the 2024 CO—100 Top Honoree in the Enduring Businesses category, and this year's CO—100 Top Business.

Elaine Buxton, President and CEO of Confero, Inc.
CO—100 Top Business 2024: Confero, Inc.
Confero, Inc., a North Carolina-based company, has been honored as the CO—100 Top Business 2024 and the Top Honoree in the Enduring Businesses category!

Established in 1986, Confero has been a leader in customer service excellence for over thirty years. The North Carolina-based business is known for its commitment to improving customer service through mystery shopping and compliance audits and now stands as a paragon of sustainable business practices in the industry.

BY THE NUMBERS

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From functional reporting to decision-making, explore the unique benefits of these eight organizational structures to boost productivity and improve communication flow in your company.

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In the U.S. alone, there are millions of disabled entrepreneurs facing unique challenges. Check out the various funding options available to help them establish and expand their ventures.

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With just 15 days left until Halloween, explore your creativity with these small businesses offering everything to help you craft your perfect Halloween look.

GRANTS & AWARDS
Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or have decades of experience, Skip has ample funding opportunities to support your business. Early-stage entrepreneurs can apply for a $10,000 grant from Skip to support their new business ventures. The deadline to apply is October 31.

The Tory Burch Foundation Fellowship Program provides 50 female entrepreneurs a yearlong opportunity to accelerate growth through workshops, mentorship, and financial support, including a $5,000 business education grant. The program concludes with a company presentation, where fellows showcase their progress and receive expert feedback. Applications close on November 1, and the fellowship begins in the summer of 2025.

The Live Your Dream Awards offers grants of up to $16,000 in financial support to help women overcome financial barriers and achieve their educational and career goals. Applications for this cycle are accepted through November 15.

The DoorDash Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund offers $10,000 grants to help restaurants recover from natural disasters, severe weather, or major infrastructure failures. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based restaurants, gastropubs, or bakeries with brick-and-mortar locations that have experienced revenue loss due to a declared disaster within the past 12 months. Applications are accepted quarterly, with fall applications open through December 2.

The Secretsos™ Small Business Grant offers $2,500 to help entrepreneurs overcome challenges and accelerate growth. Applications are due by December 31, and the selected recipient will have full discretion on how to use the funds to support their business.

More grant & program information can be found here.

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