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| MIDNIGHT OIL |
| EDITION 278 |
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| A MESSAGE FROM BREVO |
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| Discover the power of push notifications |
Push notifications enable effective communication with consumers in a direct and personalized way, providing them with relevant information in real-time.
Download Brevo’s ebook to dive deep into this potent marketing strategy and discover why and how push notifications will enhance the user experience, strengthen customer engagement, and most importantly, boost business performance. |
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| CO— EVENTS |
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| End-of-Year Financial Essentials |
| VIRTUAL | November 14 at 12pm ET |
Year-end financial planning can help you reduce tax liabilities and ensure your records are in order. Tune in on November 14 at noon ET for our Special Year-End Financial Planning Workshop as experts share insights and expertise on how to best prepare for tax season.
Our workshop will provide you with the guidance and actionable strategies you need to ensure financial success in the coming year and beyond! |
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| With over 2 billion active users, Instagram is a hotspot for fraudsters targeting users through phishing, fake giveaways, imposter accounts, and malware. Follow these best practices to keep your account secure. |
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| Determining the right salary range is an excellent way to attract top talent and manage expenses. From industry standards to experience, here are the key factors you need to consider to establish a fair, competitive salary range. |
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| Shop local this Halloween for a unique costume selection! From custom designs to creative styles, these five local businesses offer something special to help you stand out this spooky season. |
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| MEET THE CO—100 |
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| How Aspire Construction & Design Redefines Micro-Business Success |
Aspire Construction & Design, a woman- and minority-owned commercial Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC) firm, consistently delivers high-quality results that rival larger firms. Since its inception, the CO—100 2024 Micro-Business Leaders Top Honoree has overcome challenges and surpassed expectations, proving that size doesn't always determine success in the AEC industry.
Get an inside look at Aspire Construction & Design's winning formula for consistently delivering top-notch results. |
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| GRANTS & AWARDS |
The Marshalls Good Stuff Accelerator Program empowers women from diverse backgrounds by providing mentorship, peer coaching, and resources to help them achieve personal and professional goals. This year-long virtual program runs from December 2024 to December 2025. It offers participants a $5,000 grant to support their journey, plus access to networking events and group mentorship by experts. Applications are due October 31.
The Tory Burch Foundation Fellowship Program provides 50 female entrepreneurs a yearlong opportunity to accelerate growth through workshops, mentorship, and financial support, including a $5,000 business education grant. The program concludes with a company presentation, where fellows showcase their progress and receive expert feedback. Applications close on November 1, and the fellowship begins in the summer of 2025.
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is offering Career Development Grants of up to $20,000 for degree programs and $8,000 for non-degree programs. These grants support women seeking to advance, change, or re-enter their careers through education or specialized training. Applications close on November 15, 2024.
The DoorDash Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund offers $10,000 grants to help restaurants recover from natural disasters, severe weather, or major infrastructure failures. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based restaurants, gastropubs, or bakeries with brick-and-mortar locations that have experienced revenue loss due to a declared disaster within the past 12 months. Applications are accepted quarterly, with fall applications open through December 2.
The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) offers various grants to small businesses in the education sector. Each grant has unique eligibility criteria, with some opportunities set aside for public schools, state agencies, or nonprofit organizations; others allow applications from for-profit private sector companies. Currently available DOE grants run through December 12.
More grant & program information can be found here. |
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