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TwitterDid you know that many international airline carriers now allow inflight use of cell phones and wireless devices? According to the Inflight Passenger Communications Coalition (IPCC), these carriers have offered inflight communications to passengers for more than 17 months, and have flown to over 36 countries and 162 destinations. “Inflight services have been deployed in these markets only after extensive measures have been implemented to address potential social issues,” according to IPCC. No issues have been reported to date.
Archive for April, 2009
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SBE Council’s Business Trend Index on the Radio
April 23rd, 2009 
admin SBE Council’s chief economist, Raymond J. Keating, was a guest on Jim Blasingame’s “Small Business Advocate” radio show on April 21 to discuss SBE Council’s “Business Tax Index 2009,” which ranks the state’s according to how their tax systems affect entrepreneurship and small business.Listen to Jim Blasingame’s interview with Ray Keating.
Business Tax Index 2009: Best to Worst Tax Systems for Entrepreneurship and Small Business
April 23rd, 2009 admin The Small Business And Entrepreneurship Council (SBEC) on March 14 released its annual “Business Tax Index 2009: Best to Worst State Tax Systems for Entrepreneurship and Small Business,” which ranks the 50 states and District of Columbia according to the costs of their tax systems for entrepreneurship and small business. To access the SBEC Business Tax Index for 2009, click here.
It’s Earth Day: Time to Raise Energy Taxes?
April 22nd, 2009 admin Earth Day used to produce useful ideas and ways that people could help protect and preserve the environment. Now, it’s all political. Today, for example, and for the remainder of the week, the House Energy and Commerce Committee will hold hearings on a bill that would impose a massive energy tax on all U.S. consumers. Rep. Henry A. Waxman (D-Calif.), Chairman of the Energy and Commerce Committee, and Rep. Edward J.
Can Small Business Innovation Lead Us To A New Energy Future??
April 22nd, 2009 admin Everyone wants a new energy future for our nation. The question is how do we get there? Some are advocating tax increases. Congressman Randy Forbes (R-VA) is calling for innovation. IMHO opinion innovation is the way to go. Led of course by small businesses …. as usual.==========A New Energy Future: Innovation or Taxation? Forbes Calls for Incentive-Based Approach Like New Manhattan Project Washington, D.C., Apr 1 – Congressman J.
Big Corruption, Big Government
April 21st, 2009 admin Why is there so much corruption in and around government? Good question.A new Center for Freedom and Prosperity video with Dan Mitchell asks: “Want less corruption?”The answer provided in the video – which is right on the mark – is: “Shrink the size of government.”The point is undeniable: When government is so big – spending other people’s money, doling out massive subsidies, and imposing myriad regulations and taxes – special interests want to secure their “piece of the action.” No matter how many ethics measures are passed, the only surefire way to reduce the corruption that comes with big government is to shrink government.Check out the video.Raymond J. KeatingChief EconomistSmall Business & Entrepreneurship Council
Success Story: Arlette’s Place
April 21st, 2009 admin Arlette Price decided it was time to work for herself. She had a vision of a small but beautiful store selling unique items for the home and gifts that could be personalized. She already had the experience, having been a buyer for Wal-Mart and she had European retail buying experience as well. Even as a young child, Arlette expected to own her own business someday.
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17th Annual Small Business Week Celebration
April 20th, 2009 admin You Don’t Want to Miss… The 17th Annual Small Business Week CelebrationPresented by: the SBDC at UNF & WorkSourceWith Support From: American Enterprise Bank and theJacksonville Business Journal Date: April 30, 2009 Time: 11:30 am -1:30 pmLocation: UNF University Center Join the SBDC at UNF and WorkSource as the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) honors North Florida’s small business leaders and champions at the 17th Annual Small Business Week Awards. The U.S.
