47.7% of Small Business Owners Have Skipped or Delayed Their Paycheck, New Survey Finds

June 17, 2026 4:00 PM

According to new research from Patriot Software, 47.7% of U.S. small business owners (SBOs) have skipped or delayed their paycheck, and 84.4% have sacrificed their health, relationships, or mental wellbeing for the sake of keeping their business running.The survey polled 1,000 small business owners, managers, and recent former owners and documents the financial strain, chronic stress, and personal costs that define the everyday reality of...

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Elliot Omanson Warns That Most Business Problems Begin Long Before They Show Up on a Financial Statement

June 17, 2026 3:30 PM

Many business owners do not notice a problem until it appears in the numbers. Revenue slows. Margins shrink. Clients leave. Employees resign. By then, the issue has often been building for months.According to Elliot Omanson, Managing Partner and CEO of OWLFI Strategic Advisors, many of these problems do not begin as financial problems. They begin as communication problems."By the time something shows up on a financial statement, it has usually...

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Brian Landry Raises Awareness for Stronger Soccer Storytelling

June 17, 2026 2:45 PM

Brian Landry, a Missouri-based journalist, reporter, and podcast host focused on soccer, is raising awareness about the need for deeper storytelling, stronger youth development coverage, and broader community support around the sport. As soccer continues to grow across the United States, Landry believes the conversation must move beyond scores, standings, and highlight clips. He says the future of the game depends on telling fuller stories about...

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Patriot Software Expands HR Software with HR Experts & Training

June 17, 2026 2:00 PM

Patriot Software today announced the launch of HR Experts & Training, a new add-on for Patriot Human Resources Software customers who need practical HR support and employee training without hiring a full internal HR team. Powered by Mineral, the add-on gives small businesses unlimited access to certified HR professionals by phone or online plus a library of 145+ online training courses, all for a flat add-on price of $45 per month.For many small...

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Marquis Who's Who Honors Steve Munkeby, DM, for Leadership in Publishing and Practical AI Education

June 17, 2026 1:15 PM

Marquis Who's Who is proud to honor Steve Munkeby, DM, for his distinguished contributions to publishing and practical artificial intelligence education. Dr. Munkeby's career has been defined by leadership, innovation, lifelong learning and a commitment to helping others succeed. He is a professional whose leadership continues to make complex ideas accessible and useful for people of all backgrounds. Dr. Munkeby is the author, educator and...

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Marquis Who's Who Honors Steve Munkeby, DM, for Leadership in Publishing and Practical AI Education

June 17, 2026 1:15 PM

Marquis Who's Who is proud to honor Steve Munkeby, DM, for his distinguished contributions to publishing and artificial intelligence education. Dr. Munkeby has built a career defined by service, innovation, teaching, leadership and a commitment to helping people adapt to new technology with wisdom and confidence. His leadership continues to make complex ideas useful, accessible and empowering. Dr. Munkeby is the author, educator and founder of...

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Marquis Who's Who Interviews and Honors Dan Crump for Leadership in Technology, AI, Consultative Sales and Songwriting

June 17, 2026 1:05 PM

Marquis Who's Who is proud to interview and honor Dan Crump for his distinguished contributions to technology, consultative sales, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, leadership and songwriting. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility and prominence in a field are all taken into account during...

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Marquis Who's Who Interviews and Honors Dr. Raynard Butler for Leadership in Pharmacy, Mental Health Advocacy and Community Wellness

June 17, 2026 12:55 PM

Marquis Who's Who is proud to interview and honor Raynard A. Butler, PharmD, for his distinguished contributions to pharmacy management, medication therapy management and mental health advocacy. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the...

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Marquis Who's Who Honors Lee Shepard for Leadership in Pool Construction, Maintenance and Hydraulic Design

June 17, 2026 12:50 PM

Marquis Who's Who is proud to honor Lee Shepard for his distinguished contributions to pool construction, maintenance, repair services and hydraulic design. Mr. Shepard's career reflects more than three decades of business ownership, technical expertise and a commitment to serving clients with integrity, craftsmanship and personal attention. Mr. Shepard has served as owner and president of Lion Pools Inc. in Clovis, California, since 1991. The...

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Consumer Goods to Convene on Supply Chain Transformation

June 17, 2026 12:15 PM

Cascale today announced the program for its 2026 Annual Meeting, taking place September 15-17 in Athens, Greece. Bringing together more than 700 leaders from across the consumer goods value chain, the hybrid event will explore how the industry can more effectively distribute the costs, responsibilities, incentives, and benefits tied to supply chain transformation.Celebrating the 15th edition of Cascale's flagship convening, the Annual Meeting...

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Centri Announces Acquisition of Altair

June 17, 2026 12:00 PM

Centri Business Consulting, one of the industry's fastest-growing and most respected accounting and advisory firms, today announced the acquisition of Altair Associates, Inc., a Minneapolis-based property and casualty insurance and reinsurance underwriting and claim services firm founded in 1990. The transaction, which closed on June 12, 2026, marks Centri's first acquisition and a significant expansion of its Insurance Practice."Altair has...

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Midwest Acquirers Association Announces Partnership with Exectras to Expand Access to Affordable Healthcare and Business Benefits for Payments Professionals

June 17, 2026 12:00 PM

The Midwest Acquirers Association (MWAA), a regional organization dedicated to education, networking, and support for the payments industry, today announced a new partnership with Exectras, a membership-based business services and benefits platform, to introduce Exectras Membership featuring Exectras 360HEALTH to the broader MWAA community.Through this partnership, MWAA and Exectras will work together to expand access to healthcare-related...

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Omar Messado Advocates for Stronger Leadership Through Mentorship and Personal Accountability

June 17, 2026 12:00 PM

Procurement executive and transportation industry leader Omar Messado is raising awareness about the importance of mentorship, leadership development, and personal accountability in today's workforce. Drawing on decades of experience in procurement, transportation, infrastructure, and organizational leadership, Messado believes that long-term success is achieved not only through personal accomplishments but through helping others grow and...

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Hope Wins - Vector Media Keeps It Rolling

June 17, 2026 11:30 AM

When a city wins, the streets become something more than streets. They become a place where everyone, regardless of neighborhood, background, or borough, comes together around something bigger than themselves. That's the power of sports: the ability to unite a city and create an unforgettable moment. Vector Media has a front-row seat to that magic, providing the branded buses that carry the champions, their families and coaches and bringing them...

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Michael Franti on the Hidden Economics of Attention

June 17, 2026 11:10 AM

In a world filled with constant notifications, endless content, and competing demands, Michael Franti believes attention has become one of the most valuable resources people possess.Drawing on decades of experience performing for audiences across the globe, Franti shares insights into what truly captures attention, what causes people to disengage, and why understanding human focus has become a critical skill for leaders, businesses, marketers,...

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Snipp Interactive Named a Representative Vendor in the Gartner(R) 2026 Market Guide for Loyalty Program Vendors

June 17, 2026 10:55 AM

Snipp Interactive Inc. ("Snipp" or the "Company") (TSX-V:SPN)(OTCPK:SNIPF), a value-added SaaS company and leader in shopper marketing promotions, loyalty programs, and purchase validation technology, today announced it has been named a Representative Vendor in the Gartner® 2026 Market Guide for Loyalty Program Vendors in the Multisolution Vendor category. This inclusion places Snipp among vendors included in the report and underscores the...

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Complimentary Webinar - Get Certified: Unlock the Value of SBP Certification

June 17, 2026 10:30 AM

COMPLIMENTARY WEBINARGet Certified: Unlock the Value of SBP CertificationTuesday, July 14, 202610:30 AM PT | 1:30 PM ETREGISTER NOWSustainable Biomass Program (SBP) certification is rapidly becoming a key requirement across global energy and natural resource markets. Whether you're new to SBP or looking to strengthen your compliance strategy, this session will walk you through everything you need to know about certification.Join SCS Global...

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Ethan Putterman Discusses How Technology Has Changed the Education Landscape

June 17, 2026 10:10 AM

Technology continues to play a transformative role in education, fundamentally changing how students learn, collaborate, and access information. While the shift to online learning accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic, many educational institutions continue to integrate digital tools into their classrooms and learning environments today.Educational consultant Ethan Putterman of Chicago, Illinois, recently shared his insights on how technology...

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Wedgewood Weddings Expands New Hampshire Portfolio with Acquisition of Birch Wood Vineyards

June 17, 2026 10:00 AM

Wedgewood Weddings & Events, the nation's leading provider of all-inclusive wedding venues and services, announced today the launch of Birch Wood Vineyards by Wedgewood Weddings in Derry, New Hampshire. The addition marks Wedgewood Weddings' second venue in the state and expands the company's growing presence in New England with one of Southern New Hampshire's most established wedding destinations.Founded in 2016, Birch Wood Vineyards has built...

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TravelVerse and Travel VIP Announce Strategic Partnership to Build an AI-powered Travel and Lifestyle Benefits Platform for Premium Consumers

June 17, 2026 9:45 AM

Today, Travel VIP and TravelVerse have entered into a strategic partnership targeted to transform the global travel market landscape and redefine the tourism experience. Travel VIP is an AI-powered travel and lifestyle infrastructure platform for the B2B2C economy that helps enterprises and partners deliver premium travel, concierge, protection, and lifestyle services through a single intelligent ecosystem. Designed around the principles of...

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