AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSMB AI Playbook: A new report argues small businesses can beat “enterprises” by shifting from AI “user stuff” to hiring builders who can turn AI into automation and predictive workflows. Workforce & HR: EY says it will pay $100M in bonuses for “human skills” like leadership and judgment, signaling a retention race as employers face tighter labor supply. Policy for small business: Oregon’s federal court upheld its packaging EPR law, offering a potential roadmap for other states grappling with recycling rules. Tariffs hit local industry: Maine lawmakers warn Trump’s Canada tariffs are forcing layoffs and killing equipment projects—another reminder that SMBs feel trade shocks fast. Energy cost relief: Delaware signed data-center ratepayer protections that push big users to cover infrastructure costs instead of shifting bills to small businesses. AI infrastructure for enterprises: Sun West Mortgage and AngelAi launched “Angel Agents” to deploy secure enterprise AI in about a minute, aiming to cut setup burden for SMBs. Local business support: A D.C. nonprofit says it’s spent 15 years helping corner stores sell fresh produce, now operating Healthy Corners in 50 locations. Women & entrepreneurship: Zimbabwe’s president urged women to lead enterprise growth while expanding finance and workspace support.
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