Category: Business, Marketing, Media & Media Ethics, Regulation
FTC Cracks Down On ‘Click To Subscribe, Call To Cancel’ Billing For Subscription Services
Nov 18, 2021
Negative-option billing practices are a widespread marketing strategy. The post FTC Cracks Down On ‘Click To Subscribe, Call To...
CBD From A Vending Machine? Manufacturers Face Opportunities And Challenges In Growing Industry
Nov 12, 2021
Recent trade show displayed innovations in hemp-based products, including an ATM-like dispensary. The post CBD From A Vending Machine?...
Access To Capital Remains A Problem For Most Black Businesses
Nov 10, 2021
Accounts-receivable factoring is one way to get money to entrepreneurs faster — but it does come at a higher cost. The post Access To...
High Gasoline Prices Not Impacting Consumer Demand
Nov 09, 2021
Federal estimates for the price at the pump were revised higher in a monthly energy market forecast. The post High Gasoline Prices Not...
Small Business Association Awarded Grants Helping Businesses and Entrepreneurs
Nov 01, 2021
By: Carol Elizabeth Owenscarolelizabeth@minorityreporter.net The Rochester Economic Development Corporation (REDCO) announced on Oct. 28,...
Nuisance Abatement Board Seeks Volunteers
Oct 15, 2021
Staff report The city is seeking volunteers for the Nuisance Advisory Board (NAB), which helps support residential and commercial vitality....
NY Puts Money on Workforce Development as a Way to Quell Gun Violence
Sep 26, 2021
Patti Singerpattisinger@minorityreporter.net The state of New York is looking at what will end gun violence as multiple-choice question. Is...
City Schedules Session on Sept. 21 to Hear From Residents on Reparations, Universal Basic Income
Sep 17, 2021
Patti Singerpattisinger@minorityreporter.net Update: The city has scheduled the first virtual listening session for 7 p.m. Sept. 21. The...
Report on UR’s Economic Impact Lacks Details on Effect on Minorities
Sep 12, 2021
Patti Singerpattisinger@minorityreporter.net A report on the economic impact of the University of Rochester in 2019 does not address the...
Small Businesses Eligible for Another Round of COVID Money
Sep 08, 2021
Staff reports Small businesses can get another boost as Monroe County announced expansion of a COVID-related grant assistance program. Fast...