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Report: 82% of new small businesses have insurance, but many SMBs remain at risk

ERGO NEXT reports that 82% of new small businesses have insurance, yet 73% remain underinsured, often due to cost, confusion, and compliance issues.
What tracked chief revenue officer moves tell us about the last 13 months
ZoomInfo reports significant volatility in chief revenue officer roles, with 47% of hires coming from external sources, reflecting a trend of rapid turnover and poaching.
ERGO NEXT reports that 50% of small business owners regret not understanding their insurance needs in their first year.
Central Florida Community Arts is searching for an executive director to lead the nonprofit as artist participation and production attendance grow. The organization is seeking a leader with experience in fundraising, collaboration, and community engagement.
Central Florida Community Arts seeks new executive director
Central Florida Community Arts is searching for an executive director to lead the nonprofit as artist participation and production attendance grow. The organization is seeking a leader with experience in fundraising, collaboration, and community engagement.
The Continued Development of Homes and Buildings in Florida
Florida's housing and building sectors continue to evolve, blending historic architecture with new construction, housing growth and hurricane-resistant building standards.
The Apopka Planning Commission will consider plans for 557 single-family homes and two industrial projects Tuesday evening. The agenda also includes a special exception for overnight commercial-vehicle parking and a Land Development Code workshop.
Planning Commission to review plans for 557 homes, industrial projects
The Apopka Planning Commission will consider plans for 557 single-family homes and two industrial projects Tuesday evening. The agenda also includes a special exception for overnight commercial-vehicle parking and a Land Development Code workshop.
Making a Mark: Six Orange County Businesses Shaping the County's Growth in 2026
From a new $15 million emergency room in Apopka to a Michelin-recognized sushi bar in Winter Park, here are six Orange County businesses that expanded, opened, or made news in 2026.
Bojangles has opened a new restaurant at 3050 State Road 436 in Apopka. The location is the Carolina-based chain’s seventh restaurant in the Orlando-Daytona Beach-Melbourne market.
Bojangles opens a new Apopka restaurant on State Road 436
Bojangles has opened a new restaurant at 3050 State Road 436 in Apopka. The location is the Carolina-based chain’s seventh restaurant in the Orlando-Daytona Beach-Melbourne market.
The Florida Blue Foundation is accepting grant applications from nonprofits working to improve maternal health outcomes across the state.
Florida Blue Foundation offers $3 million for maternal health initiatives
The Florida Blue Foundation is accepting grant applications from nonprofits working to improve maternal health outcomes statewide. Approximately $3 million will support programs addressing chronic health conditions, maternal mental health, and barriers to care in rural and under-resourced communities.
Labor, Community, and Faith Organizations Call on World’s Largest Grower and Apopka Employer to Join National Program called ‘Planting Justice’ to Eradicate Labor Abuses
Apopka groups will rally September 8 urging Costa Farms to join Planting Justice and address labor and human rights concerns among plant nursery workers.
The Apopka City Commission unanimously approved the major development plan for a four-story Fairfield Inn and TownePlace Suites hotel at Floridian Town Center. The developer must complete the construction site plan review, while a related Fudge Road annexation will return for a final hearing on September 16.
Marriott hotel moves closer to construction at Floridian Town Center
The Apopka City Commission unanimously approved the major development plan for a four-story Fairfield Inn and TownePlace Suites hotel at Floridian Town Center. The developer must complete the construction site plan review, while a related Fudge Road annexation will return for a final hearing on September 16.
Cornerstone Connections has received a $100,000 grant from the Truist Foundation to expand its Connecting H.O.P.E. employment program for non-custodial parents. The funding will enhance career coaching, case management, and wraparound services designed to help participants secure long-term employment and better support their children.
Cornerstone Connections receives $100,000 Truist Foundation grant to expand employment program
Cornerstone Connections has received a $100,000 grant from the Truist Foundation to expand its Connecting H.O.P.E. employment program for non-custodial parents. The funding will enhance career coaching, case management, and wraparound services designed to help participants secure long-term employment and better support their children.
The Seminole County Chamber has received a Communications Excellence Best in Show award for its ChamberWORKS! video series. The national recognition is the chamber’s third major industry award in the past 18 months.
Seminole County Chamber earns national communications award for video series
The Seminole County Chamber has received a Communications Excellence Best in Show award for its ChamberWORKS! video series. The national recognition is the chamber’s third major industry award in the past 18 months.

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October is the stock market's most volatile month. Here's what 95 years of data shows
Plus500 reports October is the most volatile month for the stock market, historically showing an average positive return, despite significant past crashes.
Rocket Lawyer reports on managing political discussions at work, urging employers to set clear conduct policies that don't suppress viewpoints but address disruptions and potential harassment.
Finder reports that customer service and onboarding are key in choosing a bank, while J.D. Power's 2026 survey highlights Chase and Capital One as top banks.
Manufacturers are modernizing fast. Their supply chains may not be ready.
WSI reports that manufacturers are modernizing rapidly, but their supply chains may struggle to keep pace, revealing a significant mismatch in modernization efforts.
ZoomInfo reports sales teams are quickly adopting AI but struggle to prove its ROI. Measurement discipline is key to effective investment and attribution.
5 Insurance Company Tactics That Could Shrink Your Injury Claim
(NewsUSA) - After a car crash, dealing with injuries, medical appointments and vehicle repairs can be overwhelming enough. Then comes another challenge: dealing with insurance companies.While …
RevOps job postings are outpacing hires so fast that one company is running the same search on two continents
ZoomInfo reports a surge in RevOps job postings outpacing hires, prompting companies to conduct simultaneous global searches due to a talent shortage.
Rocket Lawyer reports that small business owners often sacrifice time and income for flexibility and control, but these sacrifices can become permanent if not reassessed.
Xero reports that U.S. small businesses wait an average of 29.3 days for payment. These reminder email templates can help collect late invoices while preserving client relationships.
Small Business Features

How to reduce finance tool sprawl in an early-stage company

Mercury reports that early-stage companies struggle with finance tool sprawl, which adds complexity and costs, and recommends consolidating financial workflows to streamline operations.

How to manage the accounts receivable process step by step

Ramp reports that the accounts receivable (AR) process is crucial for tracking customer payments and ensuring steady cash flow, enabling timely operations and growth.
Merchants are running separate shipping operations for parcel and LTL freight, and only optimizing one
ShipStation reports that many retailers run two separate shipping operations: one optimized for parcel and another for LTL freight, often leading to inefficiencies.
Survey: How US restaurants are handling inflation, labor, AI, and revenue growth
Toast reports that in 2026, 91% of U.S. restaurant operators rate their business as good or excellent, despite challenges like inflation and hiring.
Survey: 64% of US adults are sitting on a business idea they never launched
Founder Reports finds that 64% of U.S. adults have business ideas they've never launched, often leading to feelings of regret, especially when they see others succeed with similar concepts.
As algo trading grows, are prop firm rules keeping up?
Velotrade reports that automation in trading is rising, leading to potential mismatches with existing prop firm rules. 
From content to conversion: The role of creators in beauty marketing
SJOLIE reports on the vital role of content creators in beauty marketing, emphasizing their influence over consumer trust and purchasing decisions amidst evolving search behaviors.
Entrepreneurship

More than 1 in 5 self-employed buyers who applied to multiple lenders reported an earlier turn-down

Griffin Funding reports 21.4% of self-employed buyers faced earlier mortgage application turn-downs, compared to 14.5% of wage-employed buyers, amid rising non-QM origination volume.

Wells Fargo reports couples can successfully run a business together by defining roles, creating long-term plans, maintaining communication, and separating work from personal life.
Brex reports that the cost of the Startup Starter Kit has risen to $4,417, reflecting a 14% increase, with AI tools becoming central to new companies’ spending.

Companies spend six figures on AI. A third of employees don't know what it costs

Zapier reports that companies are significantly investing in AI, with 52% spending over $100K monthly, yet a third of employees are unaware of these costs.
Get Ahead in Business
Your employees have caregiving responsibilities. Is your small business prepared?
Rocket Lawyer reports that small businesses must prepare for employees with caregiving responsibilities by establishing clear policies to avoid confusion and legal issues.
AudioEye reports that a single person can effectively manage a digital accessibility program by owning accountability and prioritization, while outsourcing specialized testing and fixes.
Sinch reports 88% of companies expect AI agents to handle customer interactions by year-end. 
From paychecks to pay transparency, survey shows why payroll is becoming a strategic trust function
Paylocity reports that payroll is evolving from a simple financial process to a strategic function, emphasizing transparency and communication in employee trust.
Intuit QuickBooks reports that payroll costs extend beyond salaries, factoring in software, taxes, and time management.
ERGO NEXT reports that Hispanic-owned businesses are growing 7.7% annually, nearly 17 times the national average, contributing significantly to the U.S. economy.
The most common business automation use cases in 2026, according to 20 million live workflows
Zapier reports the most common business automation tasks in 2026 focus on lead capture, notifications, and record management, covering 81.1% of workflows.
Ironclad reports on overcoming imposter syndrome in procurement, emphasizing the importance of confidence, vulnerability, and strong stakeholder relationships.
Clym reports thousands of businesses face lawsuits under California's 1967 privacy law, stemming from cookie banners not matching actual data tracking practices.
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