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Meet the Board of Directors featuring Richard Branson

Meet the Board of Directors

As part of the relaunch of AOL Small Business, we have recruited a world class group of entrepreneurs and members of the entrepreneurial community, including Sir Richard Branson, the legendary founder of Virgin Group (center), who will regularly sound off on a variety of issues, offer advice, and create a smart, ongoing conversation not found anywhere else on the Web. It's time to meet the Board of Directors. Continue Reading

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Pennies from Heaven: Angel investors can bring money and expertise to fast-growing companies.
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Finding an Angel Investor:
5 Things You Need to Know

Looking for someone with deep pockets and big ideas? How to find an angel investor who can take your company to the next level. Continue Reading

All in the family: Friends and family can be a great source of startup capital, but can also bring problems.
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Borrowing from Friends:
5 Things You Need to Know

Friends and family are the most common source of startup capital. But such loans are not without risk. How to ensure your financial relationship doesn't jeopardize your personal one. Continue Reading

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Trader Joe's Owner Dead at 88

7/28/10 at 10:30 PM

Theo Albrecht, one of the world's richest people, oversaw expansion of the popular U.S. supermarket chain. Continue Reading »

Very social: Women are spending more and more time using social media like Facebook and Twitter.
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Survey Says: Why Women May Love Facebook and Twitter More Than Shoes

7/28/10 at 5:45 PM

Almost half of women ages 18 to 34 consider themselves "Facebook addicts" and 15 percent of moms check Twitter "every waking moment," according to new research. Continue Reading »

Let's shake on it: SBA loans can be a great source of capital -- if you know how to cut through the red tape.
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Getting an SBA Loan: 5 Things You Need to Know

7/28/10 at 10:30 AM

Getting a business loan is tough -- especially these days. But the Small Business Administration can still be a great lending partner. How to cut through the red tape and secure an SBA loan. Continue Reading »

Shore thing: The cast of Jersey Shore rings the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange.
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Jersey Shore: Big Muscles, Big Business

7/27/10 at 3:15 PM

As America prepares for the second season of MTV's Jersey Shore, JWOWW, The Situation, and the rest of the well-bronzed crew are doing everything they can to cash in on their unlikely fame. Continue Reading »

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27 Million and Counting: Norm Brodsky, CitiStorage

7/27/10 at 3:00 PM

Meet Norm Brodsky, co-founder of CitiStorage, a New York-based document-storage company, and a longtime columnist for Inc. magazine. Continue Reading »

Bright idea: Dr. Fresh's FireFly toothbrushes light up to guide kids on how long they should brush.
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Dr. Fresh: Toothbrushes That Make Brushing Fun for Kids

7/26/10 at 5:30 PM

Inspired by light-up sneakers that are popular with kids, Puneet "Dr. Fresh" Nanda designed a toothbrush with a glowing handle, to help encourage healthy brushing habits. Continue Reading »

App time: Despite a lack of tech experience, a growing number of entrepreneurs are cashing in on the app market.
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How to Build a Successful App, No Experience Required

7/26/10 at 3:00 PM

There are more than a quarter-million apps out there, but with a clever concept and a little tech help, almost anyone can cash in on the app gold rush. Continue Reading »

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