AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEnergy-Saving Hotels: Hilton unveiled a “Clean Energy Prototype” for its Home2 Suites brand, aiming to cut utility costs and emissions for U.S. owners as energy bills squeeze hotel margins. Local Revitalization Funding: Connecticut Sen. Paul Honig announced a $900,000 grant to help convert a Torrington mill into mixed-use commercial space after brownfield cleanup. Small Business Visibility: A local chamber in Minden is hosting “How to Pitch Your Business to Local Media,” teaching owners how to get coverage. Community Events for Local Sales: Sweetwater County Library Foundation’s “Twisted Tales” Halloween festival at Expedition Island will feature vendors and food, with proceeds supporting libraries and arts. Tourism & Foot Traffic Hit: Edinburgh businesses say 11-week Waterloo Place road works have “killed” passing trade, with one cafe reporting a 20% drop. Workforce Awards: Sarasota’s CareerEdge workforce program was named a finalist for a national U.S. Chamber Foundation award. AI for SMBs: Boundless AI partnered with Zoho Books and other Zoho tools to offer non-dilutive financing inside everyday accounting workflows. New Openings: Slutty Vegan signed a Cincinnati franchise deal, its third Ohio market in months.
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