John joins Forbes from Crain Communications, where he built a strong reputation covering the cannabis industry, business and politics. An experienced and fast-moving reporter, John has written extensively about the policies, financing and operational challenges shaping
SBA Chief Loeffler: It’s Time To Raise The $5 Million SBA Lending Cap
In an interview with Forbes, Loeffler said Congress should double the 7(a) lending limit to $10 million. She blamed lower lending on government shutdowns and Biden.
New Trump Tariffs Increase Uncertainty For Small Businesses
The change in tariff policies that went into effect Friday is distinctly worrying for some small firms, but other say it's business as usual.
10 Ways Small Businesses Can Use AI To Grow–And Even Hire More Workers
Experts presented useful tips and an optimistic view of artificial intelligence to a House Committee, insisting that small businesses using AI add sales and workers.
Poll: Small Business Only American Institution With Bipartisan Support
New Gallup survey shows that voters of all stripes mistrust banks, big business, tech companies, the media and Congress, but have enduring trust in Main Street.
Why Small Businesses Aren’t Hiring: They Can’t Find Qualified Workers
Employers told the NFIB they're having trouble finding workers. But experts say economic conditions, including tariffs and fuel costs, may also be making them pickier.
Millennials Are Buying Blue Collar Small Businesses To AI-Proof Their Future
Young entrepreneurs are snapping up baby boomer-owned plumbing, construction, manufacturing and HVAC companies. Plus: Tips for would-be buyers and sellers.
Melaleuca, Drury Hotels, Canva Join Costco As Top Value Brands
How do companies ranging from beauty products to hotels to software make sure they give customers value? Melaleuca, Drury and Canva talk giving customers bang for their buck.
Looking To Get Tariff Refunds? How This Entrepreneur Got $15,000
Hundreds of thousands of American businesses are still eligible for tariff refunds from the Trump administration, but navigating the refund process is far from simple.
Amazon Sellers Say They Have To Use TikTok, Other Platforms To Make Ends Meet
Independent third-party sellers who once flourished on Amazon say the e-commerce behemoth has ratcheted up fees so much that they need to sell on other sites, too.
As Corporate Profits Surge, America’s Small Businesses Get Left Behind
Between Trump tariffs, rising gas prices and labor supply shocks, Main Street businesses are seeing declining profits and slower hiring. Is uncertainty their new normal?