Veterans Lead the Way: Business Week Spotlight

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Future Trump Administration Eyes McMahon for Commerce

Professional wrestling magnate and former Small Business Administration director Linda McMahon is seen as the frontrunner to lead Donald Trump's Department of Commerce, three sources briefed on the plans said on Friday. McMahon is a major donor and was an early supporter of the Republican president elect when he first ran for the White House almost a decade ago. This cycle, Trump tapped her to co-lead a transition team formed to help vet personnel and draft policy ahead of Tuesday's election.

Learn more about the potential candidate to lead Trump's Commerce Department.

From Navy Veteran to CEO: Leading Energy Efficiency

Jeffrey Ihnen, who leads Michaels Energy, focused on nuclear reactors when he was in the military. Now He’s the CEO of an Energy Efficiency Company. Learn how a Navy veteran's dedication to sustainability paved the way for his role as an entrepreneur, fostering innovation and championing environmental responsibility. 

Explore how a Navy veteran rose to become a CEO.

Veterans Day Historical Facts Finder

The Allied powers signed a ceasefire agreement with Germany at Compiégne, France, at 11:00 a.m. on November 11, 1918, bringing the war now known as World War I to a close. President Wilson proclaimed the first Armistice Day the following year in November 1919, with these words:

To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations (...)

How to Use Facebook to Build a Small Business Into a Thriving Enterprise

Discover how Karen Frederick, founder of Kole Jax Designs, turned her kitchen hobby into a thriving seven-figure e-commerce business with the power of Facebook.

Read more about how to harness Facebook.

The Secret Power of Video Content for Franchise Growth 

Video isn't just a "nice to have" for franchise brands anymore — it's essential. But not all video does this equally well and too many franchises aren't using it to its full potential. Here are four video types that most franchises overlook, and skipping them might mean missing out on some serious growth opportunities.

Learn how to use the secret power of video content for growth.