Funding

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A lively small business storefront glowing with warm light, symbolizing community support and local economic vitality.

Local small businesses need more than just funding to thrive in 2026

In Ohio, a single angel investor and ecosystem leader, Neill Lane, has been appointed by Governor Mike DeWine to the Ohio Third Frontier Commission, reflecting a growing recognition of localized, hand

Shira Edelman·June 28, 2026

Diverse small business owners collaborating around a table, symbolizing opportunity and growth with subtle AT&T branding.

Market Trends

AT&T Connects Small Businesses with $50,000 Contest

Small business owners have until September 30, 2025, to apply for the AT&T 'She's Connected' contest.

Simone Ito·June 19, 2026

A venture capitalist sleeps during a $15 million Series A pitch meeting while founders and other investors continue the discussion.

Owner Spotlights

Founders Reveal Bizarre VC Pitch Meetings: One Investor Napped

A venture capitalist once fell asleep for 30 minutes during a $15 million Series A pitch meeting, with 12 people present, yet the discussion continued without interruption, according to TechCrunch .

Shira Edelman·June 7, 2026

A cracked and distressed unicorn statue in a desolate landscape, symbolizing the current crisis in unicorn startup valuations and funding.

New Openings

Unicorn Valuations Plummet, Sparking Startup Nightmare

Nearly half of America's 857 unicorn startups haven't raised fresh funding in three years, according to CNBC .

Rizza Valencia·June 4, 2026