Archive for May 2015
Giving Back: March of Dimes Walk 2015
On May 3rd, the Fortiviti team joined over 8,000 walkers in the 2015 Greater Kansas City March for Babies. It was a fun day for the entire family and inspiring to see so many people there to support such a wonderful cause. The mission of the March of Dimes is help moms have full-term pregnancies…
Read MoreDid You Know: SCAM ALERT!
There is a new scam going on regarding utility companies. We recently had this happen with a client. A utility company called and stated that they were with the electric company and because of a past due balance, they would be disconnecting service unless payment was made immediately. If you receive a call like this,…
Read MoreMeet Our Team: What We’re Reading
Every month, the Fortiviti team reads a book together. The subjects usually vary, from business and time management to mystery and suspense. In April, each team member chose their own book. Here’s what made the list: Women’s Murder Club by James Patterson Dragonfly In Amber by Diana Gabaldon Julie & Julia by Julie…
Read MoreDid You Know: The U.S. Ranks #46 out of 189 for the Ease of Starting a Business?
According to World Bank Group, the U.S. ranks #7 out of 189 economies for the “Ease of Doing Business”, but ranks only #46 on the “Ease of Starting a Business”.
Read MoreMother’s Day Spending 2015
Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 10th, and according to the National Retail Federation, Americans are spending more than ever to show their love and appreciation for mom. The average spend this year is expected to be almost $173. Most consumers (80%) will buy a greeting card and more than two-thirds (67.2%) will purchase flowers,…
Read MoreWhat Small Business Means to Me
In honor of Small Business Week, the Fortiviti team shares: “What Small Business Mean To Me”. Small business is passion. Passion for people, passion for a cause. In small business, you make a difference. Small business is the backbone of our country. Everyone is impacted in some way by small businesses. Small business…
Read MoreDid You Know: The SBA Defines Small Businesses?
You may think you’re a small business or you may think you’ve outgrown the title. But, what is a small business? Well, the answer is different depending on your business type. The SBA defines small businesses here.
Read MoreDid You Know: More Than Half of Americans Own or Work for a Small Business?
According to the Small Business Administration, more than half of Americans own or work for a small business. Small business drives our economy and accounts for two out of every three new jobs in the U.S.
Read MoreRecognizing Small Business: National Small Business Week
May 4 – 8, 2015 is National Small Business Week. Every year since 1963, the U.S. President has declared a week to recognize small businesses and the impact they have in the U.S. It is a week to celebrate America’s entrepreneurs and the innovation and advancement that small businesses produce every day. According to Maria…
Read MoreDid You Know?: KC Women in Tech
Kansas City is the second best city in the country for Women in Technology. Wichita made the list at #11.
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