Venture Capital Funding Gap Still Exists for Latina Business Founders 

Despite being one of the most prominent creators of new businesses each year, Latina entrepreneurs still face a significant venture capital funding gap. A lack of built-in networks to help find willing funders is often a key factor.  

Source: MSNBC.com 

 

Tips on How to Plan and Execute 2023 Business Goals 

Creating an action plan, that includes flexibility and tracking metrics, is key to a successful business year. Here are the top tips for companies to develop and execute a successful roadmap for 2023. 

Source: Atlanta Small Business Network 

 

U.S. Banking Regulators Issue Warnings on Crypto Assets 

Top U.S. banking watchdog organizations, including the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve, recently issued a warning over the volatility of current crypto assets. The guidance comes in the wake of the recent high-profile collapse of the FTX Group. 

Source: Retail Banking International  

 

Lessons that Entrepreneurs Can Learn from the Rise and Fall of History’s Biggest Companies 

New business owners should learn from the history lessons of former large companies that once ruled their industries. That includes avoiding complacency and resisting innovation. 

Source: Entrepreneur.com 

 

$255 Million in Funding Approved to Support New Jersey Small Businesses 

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) recently announced that the State of New Jersey would receive more than $255 million in funding via the federal State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). Upon approval, the NJEDA will use the funds to offer financial and technical assistance to small and micro-businesses throughout the region. 

Source: Trenton Daily