AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFounder Lessons: A cookie-business founder says scaling too quickly and chasing growth at all costs nearly derailed the company, offering a cautionary tale for entrepreneurs navigating expansion. Women in Business: Snag founder Brie Read turned a search for better-fitting tights into an international business; the company has annual sales of £54 million, according to the report. Tourism SMEs: The World Travel & Tourism Council plans to support one million small and medium-sized businesses with free research, guidance and industry connections. Its research estimates a 10% productivity gain could add $63 billion in tourism GDP across eight major economies. Small-Business Support: In South Sudan, a UN-backed project has provided interest-free loans to 1,247 youth- and women-led micro and small businesses. One recipient revived her vegetable business and now employs two people. Export Growth: A new chocolate-processing machine will help Solomon Islands social enterprise Kokonut Pacific boost production and exports, while a Togo workshop is helping local businesses understand trade rules and reach markets across Africa.
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