AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCross-Border Growth: HKPC and DHL Express Hong Kong co-hosted a “Blueprint for Global Expansion” forum to help SMEs tackle tariff/customs complexity, high logistics costs, and weak local channel access. Payments for SMEs: iFAST Global Bank launched SEPA payment capabilities for its multi-currency business accounts, aiming to simplify euro transfers for cross-border traders. Disaster Relief Deadlines: The SBA opened low-interest disaster loans for drought-hit areas in Nebraska/parts of CO/WY/KS/SD and reminded Hawaii businesses and residents of a June 14 deadline for storm damage loans. AI Tools for Small Firms: Singapore’s Ctrl+Grow launched an AI membership for SMEs with custom tools and training for a flat $597/year. AI Governance Push: EC-Council rolled out an “Adopt. Defend. Govern.” AI framework plus a free readiness self-assessment to help organizations govern AI securely. Local Business Support: Dysart’s Chamber is bringing back “Maker’s Market on Main” with vendors and live music to drive downtown foot traffic. Workforce & Policy: Florida Gov. DeSantis called for a special session to phase in a homestead property tax exemption, setting up a voter-backed constitutional change. Community Business Stress: A small farmers market in Duluth faces uncertainty after long payment delays tied to a nonprofit’s grant funding problems.
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