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What is a Social Enterprise?

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An L3C is a variation on an LLC, essentially a hybrid form of a nonprofit and for-profit company. The organization is designed so that it can function generally as an LLC would, while legally accepting foundation grants because of the organization’s socially beneficial goals. that social enterprises can take.

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15 Entrepreneurs Explain How They Came Up With Their Business Name

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Thanks to Bianca Lee, White Rose Marketing Solutions, LLC. #4 Before I started my business I went to a conference in Hawaii called Worthshop and one of the speakers was Jody Burr who talked about finding your inner CEO. Thanks to Nanette Miner, Ed.D, The Training Doctor, LLC. #11 4 – Just and Fair to All.

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To B or Not to B Corp

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But as you consider whether to be a C Corp, an LLC, or a Subchapter S, there’s a lesser-known business entity that might be perfect for your startup - the B Corporation (Benefit Corporation). They are evolving - much like the LLC evolved - gradually across the U.S. Are they available everywhere?

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What Is a Benefit Corporation?

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Now, you can create a benefit corporation in: Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington D.C., with many more states in the pending legislation phase.

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15 Entrepreneurs Explain How They Came Up With Their Business Name

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Thanks to Kim Clancy, Hampton O’Bannon Partners, LLC. #4 Before I started my business I went to a conference in Hawaii called Worthshop and one of the speakers was Jody Burr who talked about finding your inner CEO. Thanks to Beth Freschi, A Time for Expression, LLC. #10 Thanks to Jessica Timmerman, Mix and Patch, LLC.

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How to Start a Travel Agency

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In California, Washington, Hawaii, Iowa, and Florida, you’ll need a Seller of Travel license. Scott Bessette, owner of ADDISON Yacht Charters, started his travel agency as an LLC, which he says suited his business needs. Why was an LLC the best choice? “We For the U.S. you’ll need an Air Travel Organiser’s License.

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