 Warren Talks Small-Business Investment with Pittsfield EntrepreneursThe Berkshire Black Economic Council's work to support and attract new small businesses to the gateway city got boost with $455,000 secured by U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren in last year's appropriations package.  Small Business Resource Expo Connects EntrepreneursIn addition to connecting with potential resources — ranging from funding to employment to advertising to training — there were three panels for participants to drop in at.  Small Business Administration Offers Veteran Certification ProgramThe improvements in the customer experience for Veteran entrepreneurs and business owners made by VetCert will build upon the $25 billion in government contract spending with service-disabled Veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs) in Fiscal Year 2021. State Treasurer's Office Launches Small Business Toolkit and Resource MapThe toolkit provides access to comprehensive resources and materials for small business owners and future entrepreneurs in Massachusetts.  Artisan's Unite at Inspired CreationsInspired Creations, located at 495 North Main St., is one such place showcasing quality handcrafted goods created by Berkshire County artisans.  Pittsfield's A.J. Enchill Appointed to Healey-Driscoll Transition CommitteeBerkshire County will have representation on the Healey-Driscoll administration's transition committee that deals with the workforce and economy.  Passport to Downtown Pittsfield Seeks to Support Small BusinessesDowntown Pittsfield Inc. is celebrating Small Business Saturday with a "Passport to Downtown Pittsfield" event in an effort to support local businesses. |
