The most powerful people in Charlottesville (C-Ville Weekly)
As C-VILLE assembled its new Power Issue, it learned that, in the two years since it last ranked the mightiest locals, time can turn the powerful into just about anything.
Stafford gives business a boost (Free-Lance Star)
Stafford Board of Supervisors takes several actions that could bode well for developers.
Despite a Spurt of Banking Deals, Pace Ahead Looks Slow (NY Times)
“Too small to succeed” is expected to drive consolidation in the industry, but many bank buyers are choosing to wait.
Sad summer ahead for teen employment (USA Today)
Seasonal job prospects are so tight that three out of four teens won’t have a job this summer, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
More Entrepreneurs Hire ‘Fulfillment’ Outfits (WSJ)
“Fulfillment” services have become increasingly popular for small businesses that have outgrown the garage or don’t want to deal with the hassle of storing and shipping their own goods.
Selling to Big-Box Retailers (Inc.)
Do you ever wonder how all those products end up on the shelves of your favorite retailer? Here are some case studies on cracking the code.



