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Ebay ‘Up & Running’ Grants Program Awards $500K to SMB Sellers

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For the fifth year, Ebay is awarding $500,000 to small businesses with its Up & Running Grants program. based Ebay sellers that will each receive $10,000 grants to pay for tools and resources to grow their small businesses. The company will select 50 U.S.-based

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Alibaba Supply Chain Exec Recommends Futureproofing with AI, Blockchain and Crowdsourcing

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“Ecommerce became not just a ‘good-to-have’ channel, but a must-have channel for small businesses. Alibaba.com’s mission had always been to help small businesses globally, something which is extremely meaningful to me and made it an easy choice following my time at PwC.”

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Retail Trends 2023: A Guide For Small Business Owners

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Despite persistent inflation and supply chain issues, there are significant bright spots in the retail industry. Total nationwide retail continues to rise each year, with 2022 reaching upwards of almost $5 trillion. Brick and mortar retail has shown impressive resilience over the past year.

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The 9 Best Email Marketing Services for Small Businesses (2023)

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But what are the best email marketing services for small businesses? 9 Best Email Marketing Services for Small Businesses Overview Small businesses have different needs than enterprises. If you run a small business, you’re probably pressed for time. I’ll introduce you to 9 options. It’s cheap.

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How Technology Is Changing Retail in 2023

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For the past few decades, it’s seemed like every year brings more momentous and impactful technological changes than the next. Within the retail realm, more and more services are integrated, seamless, and efficient. But what are some of the tech trends in retail in 2023? Retailers must answer.

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During the Holidays, Small and Mid-Sized Businesses Feel the Impact of Retail Crime

Retail TouchPoints

Retail crime was a hot topic throughout 2023, and it’s easy to see why. According to the National Retail Security Survey, losses attributed to retail theft rose to $112.1 Cracking down on retail crime isn’t just about stopping thieves anymore. billion in 2022, up from $93.9

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PayPal Names Intuit Exec as New President/CEO

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The appointment follows a search process conducted over the past several months with the mandate to find a next-generation leader with extensive global payments, product and technology experience capable of driving growth across the PayPal platform.

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