Does the SBA Still Matter?
To get past the partisan debate in Washington, we went to a district office to find out what the SBA really does and whom it really helps. Read story
Richmond
Not Awesome
Ships are launched. Kings are crowned. And Hollywood holds chic movie premieres. So how do you announce a new video game? To Synapse Software of Richmond,... Read story
What The Experts Say
WALLACE EPPERSON JR. Analyst; senior vice-president, Wheat First Securities, Richmond. Specialist in contract furniture industry. For starter... Read story
A Loan At Last
When it comes to commercial loans, the rich aren't getting richer. New York City banks may have the most dough, but their commercial and industrial loan ... Read story
Performance Stats for the SBA
Is the SBA doing more with less? The numbers say yes. But critics question whether the agency is reaching those who need it most. Read story
Saving Time on Your Flight Starts on the Ground
Avoiding the bottlenecks can help you get to your destination quicker and with fewer headaches. Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
Consumer optimism rises; housing market continues to slide. Read story
A Golden Alternative
Using alternative airports is a form of creative ticketing that airlines don't really object to, but they will not offer alternative airport options when ... Read story
The Recyclers
Most people see refuse. These entrepreneurs see raw materials. Read story
Extended Q&A: An Entrepreneur in the Oval Office?
Mark Warner made millions in wireless, was elected governor of Virginia, and left office with his pro-business bona fides intact despite having raised taxes.... Read story
The Way To Universal Life
The last few years have not been happy ones for the life insurance industry. For decades, its main offering was the tradiional whole-life" policy, which c... Read story
The Inc. 500 Index
The fastest-growing private companies in America in 1997, arranged alphabetically. Read story
An Entrepreneur In The Oval Office?
Mark Warner made millions in wireless, was elected governor of Virginia, and left office with his pro-business bona fides intact despite having raised taxes.... Read story
Eminent Domain Ruling Sparks Debate
July 12, 2005 --A backlash of legislation from both the House and the Senate related to the topic of eminent domain highlights the opposin... Read story
Declaration of Independence
The story of how Thomas Jefferson, with the help of Ben Franklin, invented an early copying machine. Read story
Off-the-Grid IPOs
An underused SEC exemption that deserves another look. Read story
Mighty Leaf is a Darling of Upscale Restaurants and Natural-Food Stores
Should its creators sell their luxe tea in the cutthroat world of supermarkets? Read story
The Awakening
A senior Inc. writer looks at some new trends and attitudes in the biotechnology industry. Read story
Confessions of a Nonserial Entrepreneur
There are plenty of second acts in business, but this company founder looks forward to a long intermission. Read story
Hoop Dreams: New League Banks on Sisterhood
A look at a women's basketball league that is banking on grassroots marketing and worker solidarity. Read story
The No.1 Companies From 1982 -- 2005: Where Are They Now?
Seven are still private, twelve have been acquired, three went public, and one was shut down by the Feds. Read story
The Innovation Factor: Innovative Minds
Who innovates? A look at the personalities (and brains) behind America's most creative businesses. Read story
Selling To The New America
A new wave of immigration is changing the complexion of the American consumer market, turning 'minority' markets into 'majority' ones Read story
Where the Growth Is: The 1989 Inc. 500
A breakdown of the 1989 Inc. 500 by region, industry, sector, and type of company. Read story
The Gospel According To Fatjo
"There's nothing wrong with a desire to make a huge amount of money, but it's the mission that's all consuming." Read story
City Of The Future
Its factories have moved to exurbia. As a financial center, it has fallen behind. But a burgeoning class of 'white-collar artisans' may soon make this the ri... Read story
The Miracle Of The Name
In the beginning was a trucking company, and the company was with Walter Riley, and the company was of Walter Riley. And Riley said, "Let it be called Gu... Read story
Entrepreneurship Honor Roll *
The U.S. Senate for passing S.881, 90-0. The 40-member House Small Business Committee. The 162 co-sponsors (as of this writing) of H.R. 4326.
Almanac
A statistical guide to the metro areas and states that are home to the most start-ups per capita, the top 20 types of new ventures, and the most popular home... Read story
It's Not That Easy Going Green
Duncan Berry, ardent environmentalist and CEO of Apparel Source Inc., describes the ethical dilemma he faced when he learned that his industry causes massive... Read story
The Oprah Effect
After scoring a coveted spot on The Oprah Winfrey Show , these Inc. 500|5000 companies saw their sales skyrocket. Read story
The Mouth Will Rise Again
Fresh from losing several billion dollars and his job at AOL Time Warner, Ted Turner returns to his entrepreneurial roots: "Leave your gun at the cash regist... Read story
Buying a Business
The firsthand account of one man's search for and subsequent purchase of a company. Read story
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