As Taylor Evans steps into his new role as COSE Chair in 2026, he’s leading with HEART, putting the health of business owners first, delivering practical education, championing advocacy, building genuine relationships and developing future-ready talent.
The National Labor Relations board specifies several specific, non-negotiable issues that all employers, regardless of the size of the business, need to know.
Entrepreneurship and inspiration took center stage at Cleveland’s historic Ariel LaSalle Theatre Wednesday, as the Council of Smaller Enterprises (COSE) revealed the winners of the eighth season of Cleveland Chain Reaction small business pitch competition.
Terranean Spices, Spreads and Snacks landed a spot on Good Housekeeping’s 2025 Best Snack Awards list along with other snacks from companies nationwide.
Looking to expand your Ohio-based small business? The JobsOhio Small Business Grant could be the boost you need. Offering up to $50,000 in financial assistance, this program is designed to help eligible small businesses grow their operations through strategic investments—like new equipment, facility improvements, training, and more.
Cleveland Chain Reaction Season 4 semi-finalist, Hikia "Coco" Dixon is expanding her paint business and nationally-known selfie museum to open a vintage shop in downtown Cleveland.
Ninety-seven percent of organizations recognize the impact of generative AI, yet only 31% have invested time and/or funds in it.
From Mistakes to Milestones: Bookkeeping Wisdom for Entrepreneurs
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As part of National Small Business Week, COSE visited different small businesses we support, one each day of the week, to thank them for their hard work and encourage them to keep innovating into 2025.
With so many cost increases, what can small businesses do to combat the ever-rising inflation?