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UBER ISP Designed to Provide Seamless, Secure, and Always-Reliable Connectivity
UBER ISP delivers next-generation business internet through its Unified Bandwidth Enhanced Resiliency (UBER) Platform—designed to provide seamless, secure, and always-reliable connectivity. Innovative Connectivity SolutionsUBER ISP specializes in robust internet services for businesses of all sizes. Our proprietary CloudConnect platform leverages a decentralized, multi-carrier infrastructure to deliver consistent performance, automatic failover, and enhanced reliability—ensuring your business stays
CENTENNIAL JUBILEE CELEBRATION
TOAST THE VENICE NOKOMIS WOMAN'S CLUB 100 YEARS OF PURPOSE AND PARTNERSHIP AT OUR CENTENNIAL JUBILEE ON FRIDAY NIGHT, MARCH 20, 2026 AT PLANTATION COUNTRY CLUB, 5;30 PM. Tickets: venice-nokomiswomansclub.org $100 per person Sales start 1/2/2026 while they last vnwcevent@gmail.com
Applications Now Open for No-Cost Entrepreneurship GrowBiz@26 West Program
Applications Now Open for GrowBiz@26 West ProgramElite, No-Cost Entrepreneurship Program Offers Year of One-on-One Coaching and Strategic Support for BusinessesLearn more and apply: 26West.SCF.edu/GrowBiz2026 Chamber members ready to start or scale a business are encouraged to apply for GrowBiz@26 West, a highly sought-after program offered by the 26 West Entrepreneurship Center at State College of Florida. Applications are now open for the 2026 cohort. GrowBiz@26 West is a year-long, no-cost program
News Release:Holiday Hours! We are open Christmas Eve and Christmas
MERRY CHRISTMAS! Our Holiday HoursChristmas Eve - 10am - 8pm Christmas Day - 11am - 5pm New Years Eve - 10am - 8pm New Years Day - 12pm - 5pmVENICE FINE WINE & SPIRITS 421 TAMIAMI TR. S VENICE ISLAND, FL 34285 941-488-5989
Business Growth in Motion: Practical Success Paths for Venice Entrepreneurs
Running a small business in a tight-knit, coastal economy like Venice means you wear many hats — strategist, marketer, financial planner, and sometimes janitor. Success here isn’t about scaling fast; it’s about sustaining growth, earning loyalty, and staying visible. Below is a resource-rich, deliberately eclectic guide for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to grow smarter, not just bigger. TL;DR Keep your mission visible and measurable. Build financial discipline
The Small Business Survival Guide: Fix These Mistakes Before They Cost You
Launching a small business is exciting — but it’s also a minefield of hidden pitfalls that can silently erode success. Many first-time founders mistake enthusiasm for readiness, or activity for progress. The good news: nearly all of these missteps are avoidable with structure, clarity, and early system design. Below, we’ll map the most common mistakes, show you how to sidestep them, and share tools that help you operate like a pro from day one. 1. Mistake #1: Skipping Strategic Foundations The
From Sidewalk to Search Bar: The Urgent Case for Going Digital
The storefront is no longer the only window into your business. Whether you’re running a neighborhood bakery or an independent clothing boutique, your physical location is just one layer of how people find, judge, and decide to engage with you. In the past, visibility was about street corners and signage. Today, it’s about search bars, smartphones, and fast-scrolling thumbs. A digital presence doesn’t just complement your brick-and-mortar operation—it multiplies its power, acting as a signal, a filter,
The CTA, BOI and FinCEN: What Does this Mean for Venice, FL Businesses?
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. Read more for details on how this may impact your business in the future. 1. Determine if