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A familiar burger franchise owner has made a major switch in business. David Cravens has transitioned to ownership of a local legacy business. Mike Petchenik has the details in today’s Biz Bits.

A familiar burger franchise owner has made a major switch in business. David Cravens has transitioned to ownership of a local legacy business. Mike Petchenik has the details in today’s Biz Bits.

Despite pandemic setbacks, supply chain challenges, inflation, and reports of an impending recession, things seem to be looking up for small business owners in the CSRA. A few key highlights from a Bank of America study on small businesses with a focus on women and minority-owned business owners included: Revenue expectations are at an eight-year high, as 67% of small business owners anticipate revenue growth over the next 12 months. A majority of small business owners are being impacted by inflation (86%) and supply chain issues (68%), causing them to

Renovation of the Bell Auditorium is underway, but the next step is a biggie. Whether or not, an adjacent James Brown Arena will go up is up to a vote. Mike Petchenik has the details in today’s Biz Bits.

Contact: Davida Billingsley, owner Phone: 314-368-9176 Email: proliphiccareer@gmail.com Website: proliphiccareers.com Over three years ago, I opened Proliphic Career Services with the hopes of helping one million people reach their dreams and began laying the groundwork to do so. At that time, I had more than 15 years of experience with career development, resume writing, interviewing techniques, and training gained from my twenty-plus years in the United States Navy. Through trial and error, location barriers, and military versus the civilian world verbiage, I slowly learned how to run a business that

Dr. Rick Franza, Professor of Management at the Hull College of Business, discusses a different, timely business topic each Monday in this column. This week, he talks about taking advantage of networking opportunities. The interview has been edited for clarity and impact. ABD: In a few weeks, ABD’s Fall Business Expo will take place, and this is also the time of year when various golf fundraisers are scheduled. Why are those types of events important to local businesspeople? Rick: Anytime you can expand your network it’s valuable, whether through a

A property steeped in history with a potential lucrative future is for sale, if you can pony up almost $2 million. Almost 21 years ago, The Bees Knees helped pioneer modern dining in Downtown Augusta. Over the years, the space at 215 10th Street has been a gathering place for many seeking a unique culinary experience. Now, with Manny’s Off Broad and Lenox on Tenth, a new generation of restauranteurs has taken up the baton and an opportunity to invest in Augusta’s downtown has presented itself. The property offers approximately

A popular annual event is coming up this weekend in Harlem. The 34th Annual Oliver Hardy Festival kicks off at 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 7. Hardy, half of the famous comedy duo of Laurel and Hardy, was born in Harlem in 1892. In 1989, Harlem launched its first celebration of its native son. “We typically have vendors lining the street, they can sell anything from Christmas decorations all the way to hand-carved wood crafts,” said Meghan Foster, Director at The Harlem Museum and Welcome Center, the Home of the

Contact: info@teamarmourroofing.com Address: 237 Park Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801 Phone: (803) 480-9113 Website: TeamArmourRoofing.com Armour Roofing believes every roof replacement is an opportunity to serve our local community. Whether you own a high rise on Main Street, or you’re nestled into a beautiful brick ranch, Armour has the team and tools necessary to take care of all your roofing needs. Armour Roofing is known as “The Gold Standard” in the roofing and exterior construction industry. We strive to deliver this standard for all customers, whether you are a third-generation

Maybe the next time is the charm for hockey to return to the CSRA. Mike Petchenik has the latest analysis that’s being done to make that a reality in today’s Biz Bits.

Negotiation skills and bargaining techniques, the movies are full of them, unless they aren’t. Lights, camera, and action returns to the big and small screens. Mike Petchenik has the latest in Biz Bits.