economy

Will The Economic Balloon Endure?

8th August, 2019

According to Bloomberg the likelihood of a U.S. recession in the next 12 months rose to 35% in an August survey of economists, from 31% forecast previously, as global trade tensions fuel economic uncertainty.

Growth in the world’s biggest economy will average 2.3% this year, down from 2.5% seen in a July…

How Local Competition Can Hurt (and Help) Your Business

21st March, 2018

If you are in business of any sort, you likely have some kind of competition. Whether local or broader, you aren’t alone in the market. This is certainly true for retail companies. And whether you are selling experiences or merchandise, you’ll have to pay attention to competitors and what they offer. But depending…

U.S. in ‘The Lego Economy’: Everything is Awesome!

3rd February, 2015

I recently watched The Lego Movie with my kids (yes, I’m playing catch up). I admire Lego. A mere decade ago, almost bankrupt and on the precipice of ruin, Lego came back to…

Small Business & The Minimum Wage Debate

23rd July, 2014

To Raise or Not to Raise: Minimum Wage Spurs Debate

Jul 23, 2014

  • Nancy Mann Jackson

Valcor CEO David Sussman was interviewed on 

7 Survival Tips for ‘Endangered Entrepreneurs’.

26th June, 2014

Is the U.S. Becoming a Nation of Endangered Entrepreneurs?

-Recent reports show business owners and those who hope to become one (wantrepreneurs) may be a dying breed.

First some wonky background: It’s important to understand why things are changing. Technically,…

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