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Memphis startup Stiqrd launches mobile app for local loyalty and rewards program November 18th, 2011
Local firm Stiqrd will handle rewards tracking for participating merchants at Nov. 26 event Hoping to build on last year's inaugural success, retailers across the country are gearing up for the second annual Small Business Saturday, which is sponsored by American Express and falls ...(more)
Entrepreneurship key to job growth in Memphis say panelists at Bridges forum November 18th, 2011
They see positive, negative attributes.
Lenny's Sub Shop president Brent Alvord asked if anyone in the audience at Thursday's forum on the impact of entrepreneurship could predict the future.
Next, Alvord demonstrated to the crowd at the Bridges ...(more)
Economic justice forum November 15th, 2011
Economic justice forum
An economic justice forum focusing on entrepreneurship will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday at Bridges, 477 North Fifth.
Keynote speakers will discuss the impact of entrepreneurial activity on the Memphis economy.
Panelists will be ...(more)
Bill would open door to 'crowd funding,' loosen regulations for many to invest in small ventures November 13th, 2011
A fundraising tactic that has been employed for some time now by artists and entertainers -- namely securing small-dollar financial backing for projects from large numbers of donors -- may become equally commonplace among entrepreneurs if the U.S. Senate approves a bill to allow ...(more)
James Dowd: Can-do leaders ready for Entrepreneurship Week November 7th, 2011
It's time to start up, Memphis.
That's the rallying cry I heard over and over last week and one that I hope more voices will continue to join.
I heard it from Karen Mills, administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, during her visit here when she ...(more)