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Category Archives: Veterans

How to Get a Small Business Loan in 5 Steps

Oakland, San Francisco, Small Business News, VeteransBy Katie TaylorMarch 14, 2019

This article was written by Steve Nicastro & Teddy Nykiel and was originally posted on Nerdwallet on August 25, 2017.  It is reshared here with permission.   Getting a business…

The Impact of Women-Owned Businesses

Oakland, San Francisco, Small Business News, VeteransBy Katie TaylorMarch 13, 2019

It’s Women’s History Month, and we look forward to celebrating the impact of women entrepreneurs. In this post, we share some basic statistics about women-owned businesses and ways to support women…

Resource for your business: NerdWallet

Oakland, San Francisco, Small Business News, VeteransBy Katie TaylorMarch 13, 2019

Main Street Launch is proud to partner with NerdWallet­—a personal finance company on a mission to provide clarity for all of life’s financial decision. In today’s world where finance has…

6 Ways to Save Money and Earn Extra Cash at Your Bank

Oakland, San Francisco, Small Business News, Uncategorized, VeteransBy Katie TaylorFebruary 14, 2019

This post was written by Lucas Parker and is shared here with permission.   Now, more than ever, there are plenty of accessible ways for us to make money. All…

#buyblack this February

Oakland, San Francisco, Small Business News, VeteransBy Katie TaylorFebruary 6, 2019

The notion of black capitalism, or circulating wealth within the black community, is an idea that originates from early black leaders such as Booker T Washington and Marcus Garvey, and continues to be championed by contemporary activists such as Killer Mike. More about the history of this subject can be read in this article.

Meet Our Clients: Fair Game

Borrower News, Main Street Launch News, VeteransBy Joyce WindrossJanuary 31, 2019

Terry Watts recently acquired Fair Game in Sacramento, with help from a loan from Veteran Launch.   “Fair Game in Sacramento, now owned by Marine Corps veteran Terry Watts, celebrates…

Main Street News: Celebrating 40 Years of Main Street Launch

Main Street Launch News, Newsletter, Oakland, San Francisco, VeteransBy Katie TaylorJanuary 30, 2019

In this newsletter you’ll find: Celebrating 40 Years of Main Street Launch Kicking Off Our 40th Anniversary With A New Video Client Spotlight: Blue Heron Catering Company Partner Profile: Small…

5 Tips For Starting a Business While Working Full Time

Oakland, San Francisco, Small Business News, VeteransBy Katie TaylorJanuary 24, 2019

This post was written by Steve Nicastro and originally appeared on Nerdwallet on July 25, 2017.  It is shared here with permission. It’s tempting to want to put 100% of…

2019 New Year’s Resolutions: Attract New Customers

Oakland, San Francisco, Small Business News, VeteransBy Katie TaylorJanuary 17, 2019

Attracting and retaining customers is critical to small business success.  Here are some tips and resources to help your business get more effective at customer acquisition.   Identify your ideal…

Resource for your Business: Start Small Think Big

Oakland, San Francisco, Small Business News, VeteransBy Katie TaylorJanuary 16, 2019

Main Street Launch is proud to partner with organizations like Start Small Think Big, another San Francisco Economic Development Alliance (SFEDA) member organization.     Start Small provides eligible entrepreneurs…

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