On today's Business Beat, Jeff announces the Black Girl Ventures pitch competition, a chance to not only win cash but also to gain feedback -- and possibly mentors and investors -- while pitching your business.

You must be both online and offline in an omnichannel approach to have the best odds of success, Jeff Sloan says on this episode of the Business Beat.

On today's Business Beat, learn how Hansons founder Brian Elias knew he had made it in business.

On today's Business Beat, Jeff talks with Joe Thiel of Innovate Marquette, who explains why Marquette, Michigan, is a hot spot in the tech and startup scene.

On today's Business Beat, Jeff talks about cybersecurity threats and its impact on U.S. small businesses.

On today’s Business Beat, Jeff Sloan shares the results of a study on just how significantly podcast ad revenue is growing.

On today's Business Beat, Jeff Sloan and Paul W. Smith preview a Business Biography episode on Victors Roofing, an example of the American Dream.

On today's Business Beat, Jeff talks about the hangover that comes with instant gratification you can't afford through a buy now pay later (BNPL) plan.

On today's Business Beat, Jim Bieri of SBRE tells Jeff Sloan that brick-and-mortar retail "will continue to evolve and in-person retailing is here to stay and it's to be enjoyed and treasured."

On today's Business Beat, Jeff Sloan shares information on how small businesses can get part of $10 billion in federal aid earmarked to broaden the recovery from the pandemic.