Growth Matters: Page 4

Money & Finance

How the Decline in Community Banks Hurts Small Business

Dodd-Frank has weakened community banks, a lifeline for many small businesses.

Growing a Business

Ridesharing App Via Raises $27 Million, Looks to Expand Beyond NYC

Hoping to compete with Uber and Lyft, Via appears to be gaining traction.

Legal

Indiana Gov. Promises to Adjust Religious Freedom Law to Clearly Ban Discrimination

After extensive criticism, Gov. Mike Pence says he now wants to pass legislation clarifying that a recent law does not permit discrimination against gays and lesbians.

Business News

Now Is a 'Fantastic Time' to Invest in Startups, VC Says

Despite concerns of a tech bubble, at least one venture capitalist thinks most of today's heavily funded startups warrant their valuations.

Starting a Business

Why You Might Want to Start Your Business Overseas

Foreign programs are funding a new breed of expats.

Thought Leaders

Think Bigger: Social Entrepreneurship's Critical Need for Accelerators

Despite immense needs, impact investing can make a real difference across the globe.

Science & Technology

Lyft's CEO On the Future, Driverless Cars and Ridesharing

At a SXSW keynote last week, Logan Green explained technology's potential impact on some new sharing economy industries.

Fundraising

SEC: Startups Can Now Raise $50 Million in 'Mini IPO'

Previously, companies were allowed to raise up to $5 million.

Starting a Business

4 Reasons to Stand by Your Midwest Startup Location

The Midwest region is home to 150 of the Fortune 500 companies and generates 22 percent of the nation's gross domestic product.

Growing a Business

Where Niche Industries Are Thriving – and Why

From food to software, the best niche industries maximize their region to find success.

Innovation

Steve Case Asks Entrepreneurs -- Are You Ready For the Third Wave?

The thought leader says entrepreneurs must adapt to these 4 megatrends or perish.

Science & Technology

At SXSW: The Flying Car Could Come as Early as 2017

Flying cars are coming closer to reality – and they could bring some significant changes to how you work and travel.

Growing a Business

How 3 Companies Maximized Funding in Their Region

These three Ohio startups can help you think local to rethink funding.

Growing a Business

The 3 Essentials of Expanding Into Other Countries

For firms with global clients, expanding services into new markets is the logical next step. But actually taking that step will require careful planning, research and patience.