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Brian Hamilton is the chairman and co-founder of Sageworks, a financial information company and Inc. 500 honoree. Hamilton is an original co-developer of “FIND” (Financial Information into Narrative Data), Sageworks’ core artificial intelligence technology which converts financial numbers into plain language. He holds an MBA degree from Duke University and a bachelor's degree from Sacred Heart University, where he graduated summa cum laude.


Need a Bank Loan? 5 Things You Need to Know First

Here are five tips to help you figure out if you're a good candidate for financing.  Read story

Why the Small-Business Landscape Isn't As Gloomy As It Seems

Instead of peering over the fiscal cliff, small business owners should turn their gaze inward. They might find there's more to concentrate on in-house than w...  Read story

Numbers Never Lie: Why Your Accountant Is Your Biggest Asset

If you want to know why your business has stopped growing, talk to your accountant.  Read story

Got a Start-up Idea? How to Pick a Co-founder

You and your co-founder need to be 'business soulmates.' Here's how to make sure you're in sync.  Read story

Essential Business Rules for Start-ups

My teenage sons decided to create their own job opportunities this year. Their experience helped me remember a few key ground rules.  Read story

The Best Way to Raise Money That No One Talks About

A private placement share agreement can give your company the capital it needs to take things to the next level.  Read story

Leadership Lesson: When to Take Advice

Entrepreneurs are naturally hardheaded people. And that's fine--until it isn't anymore.  Read story

Getting Funding: Empathize With Your Banker

If you don't have empathy for the loan officer sitting across from you, you won't understand how to get the funding you need.  Read story

Why You Don't Need Venture Capital

Young entrepreneurs often pursue funding first, product second. That's a dangerous path--and it won't do your company much good.  Read story

Has Your Business Failed (and You Just Won't Admit It)?

The only thing worse than failing is sticking with a doomed business long after its fate is sealed. Here's how to know it's time to move on.  Read story

Do You Like Your Customers?

If you don't, your business is never going to be more than a chore. And the first people to notice will be the ones who pay your bills.  Read story

The 7 Biggest Financial Mistakes Businesses Make

Running a business should earn you an honorary degree given all you will learn, says Brian Hamilton, co-founder and CEO of Sageworks.  Read story