The Small Business Report

04/30/2025

Distress In D.C. Restaurant Industry Has Landlords Offering Better Deals

Last year, 101 D.C. restaurant and tavern licenses were cancelled, a 58% increase from 2023 — but even more businesses opened as landlords offered better deal

04/28/2025

Elizabeth Gore, co-founder and President of Hello Alice launches a new show with Yahoo Finance

Elizabeth Gore, business leader, humanitarian and co-founder and president of the leading small business capital provider, Hello Alice, is joining Yahoo Finance to launch “The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore,” a new weekly video podcast that provides small business owners with the knowledge they ne...

04/02/2025

Call Tisa, get that student loan reduced.

Thanks to Prince George's County, Office Of The Sheriff John D. B. Carr and his team for joining me in the Senate to support HB0795, a bill that will increase awareness and clarity around the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

is still here and with the high concentration of public servants and student debt loads in Maryland, information about the program and ways to ease the application process are much needed.

The bill has no opposition, no fiscal note and hopefully, a clear path to Governor Moore’s desk. Thanks to Delegate Ryan Spiegel and his team for leading the charge!

03/22/2025

Black federal contractors feel impact of spending cuts

The D.C. area has one of the largest populations of Black wealth in the country due in large part to federal government employment and contracting opportunit...

03/19/2025

While the future may seem fraught with uncertainties, small businesses are displaying extraordinary resilience using AI to drive growth and efficiency.

Small business owners are optimistic for 2025 despite uncertainties, using AI to drive growth and efficiency.

03/18/2025

Two out of five D.C. restaurants say they could close down by the end of the year, according to a recent survey.

02/13/2025

"My name is Leah, and I’m the owner of Sweet Almond, a specialty macaron shop located in Hyattsville, MD. At Sweet Almond, we craft high-quality, French macarons in a variety of classic and innovative flavors, using premium ingredients to ensure every bite is delicious. We offer custom orders for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions, as well as wholesale options for cafes and businesses looking to elevate their dessert offerings. Whether you’re stopping by for a sweet treat or looking for a beautifully curated gift, Sweet Almond brings a touch of elegance and indulgence to every order."

01/07/2025

How hidden credit card fees impact consumers and businesses

The start of 2025 brought an increase in fees from the biggest credit card companies in the U.S. that may have you paying more the next time you swipe a card...

12/16/2024

Foggy Bottom Pan-African soul food restaurant Bussdown D.C. closes after one year, but owner still has hope

Solomon Johnson smiles as he remembers the moment he fell in love with food - show and tell day in Kindergarten.

12/12/2024

Bomb Biscuit puts Atlanta on the map for the best Southern-style biscuits

Erika Council, founder of Bomb Biscuit in Atlanta, is making waves with her Southern-style biscuits, earning a spot on Food & Wine's Best New Chefs list. Her...

12/12/2024

Over 20 D.C. bars and restaurants just opened.

Over 20 debuts since November.

12/09/2024

Constant Contact Report: The Current State of SMB Marketing Reveals Small Business Marketing Challenges

A new report shows that small business owners are overwhelmed by marketing tasks and aren't confident that their current strategy is moving them toward their goals.