Are you thinking about hiring your first employees? You may be wondering, do I really need an employee handbook if my business only has a couple of employees? We asked the Director of People & Culture at W.S. Badger Balm, Emily Hall Warren, the same question. Her...
As we approach open enrollment season, everybody is thinking about their medical and dental insurance. But what about your business? Are you protected from lawsuits? Is your team? As part of our new “Coaches Corner” campaign, World Insurance Associates shared some...
Choosing the right legal structure when setting up your business is an important, yet intimidating task. It affects your taxes, liability, ownership, and even your business mission and values. In this blog post, we’ll give you an overview of the most common legal...
Written by Lillian Chase In August, Sara and I had the opportunity to visit Ed and Anne at their workspace in Plymouth, NH where they’re creating and shipping One Earth Body Care products. In their PitchFork Challenge pitch, they shared that they were planning to use...
Written by Katia Knight, Director of Biotech Initiatives I recently had the chance to attend BIO Boston 2025—one of the largest life sciences conferences in the world. Held at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center from June 16–19, it brought together over...
When you think about stepping back from your business, your first thought might be: Who’s going to care about it the way I do? For many small business owners, the answer is surprisingly close: your employees. In this post, we’re digging into employee ownership,...
You know that one day, you’ll need to step away from your business—but figuring out where to start can feel overwhelming. Preparing for a transition isn’t just about having a plan; it’s about ensuring your business is strong enough to thrive without you. That’s why...
During a nine-month herbal apprenticeship, Em Dewey came up with the signature product that launched her small business, Garden of the Moon. “I realized through everybody getting excited about what I had created: ‘I think I have something here that might not just be...
Meet Anthony Munene, a Kenyan who has been living in the United States for the last 14 years. In the small New Hampshire city of Andover is Anthony’s farm, which rests on the slopes overlooking Blackwater River. Two Mountain Farm has an impressive history, with its...
For artist and advocate Sarita Drew (aka Ms. Lavendar Lovesgood), EveryBody Burlesque, was meant to be. She explains, “I got into burlesque when I was living in California and recovering from an abusive relationship.” She was done feeling the way she was and asked...
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