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Welcome Back!

A guide to welcoming your customers and employees back to your business.

CO— is here to help.

We know that the concept of returning to work looks different for every business, so our goal is to provide small business owners like you with the resources, tips and tangible advice that you need to create the picture of what that looks like for your own unique needs.
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What Are Marketing Automation Tools?

Marketing automation tools help your business reach customers faster and easier, taking on the routine tasks that often eat into your workday.

Ready. Set. Scale. Small Business Day

In this special Ready. Set. Scale. event, small business experts and leaders share insights on the economy, marketing and growth trends, AI, and more.

How to Use AI to Find the Best Employees

Many small businesses are already using artificial intelligence to source, screen, and onboard new hires. Here’s how.

Small Businesses Nurturing New and Expectant Moms

Motherhood is a blessing, but it isn’t always easy. These five small businesses are committed to changing that.

CO— 100: Terms & Conditions, Awards, and Program Rules

A complete guide to the terms and conditions, awards, and program rules surrounding the 2024 CO— 100.

How to Switch to a Business in a Different Industry

In this edition of "Ask the Board," we asked Kerry Sawyer, Owner of a Painting with a Twist franchise, to share her best advice on how to switch to a business in a different industry.

How to Make Employees Feel Like Family

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked Témoc Morfin, the Founder and CEO of Cilantro Taco Grill, how business owners can make their employees feel like family members.

What Is the Difference Between Advertising and Marketing?

Marketing and advertising focus on promoting products and services, but they do it in different ways.

What Is a Canonical URL?

Canonical URLs can improve your search engine optimization strategy and help your site appear in Google Search results.

Small Business Milliners and Hat Makers

Meet five milliners who are crafting unique headwear options for the 2024 Kentucky Derby and beyond, blending tradition with modern style.