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Business Owners Undervalue Creative Thinking As A Leadership Skill
Employers say 40% of job skills change within five years, and creative thinking is one they can least afford to lose. It is a leadership muscle, not artistic talent.
Digital Foundry: Zelda Ocarina of Time remake is 1080p and 60fps, but no DLSS
The big title this holiday season for Nintendo Switch 2 owners is the gorgeous The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. Naturally the tech sleuths at Digital Foundry have taken a look at the game…
Springfield business owners say MGM casino, falling short of expectations, has been no jackpot
The would-be love story between MGM Springfield and city officials had been tested for years, but perhaps officially ended when the city filed suit against the company for failing to live up to its host agreement. South End merchants have mixed views of the casino's impact.
Mother and daughter CT business owners created a ‘secret garden.’ Customers call its offerings ‘to die for’
“It’s part of nature,” a customer who loves the espressos said. “It’s relaxing. I think that’s the best thing is that there’s not pressure, it’s relaxing.”
Former Adult Entertainment Venue in South Philly Sold for $2.3 Million, Will Be Repurposed
Show & Tel has closed and been sold. The new owner plans to repurpose the property as storage facility and office space.
Wanted: Oil tankers at any cost as tensions in the Gulf trigger a global scramble
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and soaring freight rates have intensified competition among countries and shipowners to secure their own tanker fleets. A second-hand vessel can now cost up to 40% more than a newly built one
Homeowners and businesses can now apply for disaster loans for Bug and Hawk fire losses
This comes after the Small Business Administration declared a disaster for Nevada yesterday.
Houston-area restaurant forced to add fees as inflation strains business, owner says
Local business owners learn AI cybersecurity strategies at Lansing mixer
Local business owners met in Lansing to learn how to use artificial intelligence to protect themselves from growing cyber threats.
Houston-area restaurant forced to add fees as inflation strains business, owner says
The owner of Lankford's, a staple Houston restaurant, said he has implemented a 3.5% surcharge on credit card purchases because of rising costs for goods and services.
Danville tourism revenue jumps nearly 51%, business owners see the growth firsthand
The Virginia Tourism Corporation released its 2025 tourism revenue statistics, showing $36.2 billion in visitor spending generated statewide.
Colorado business owners concerned as Arvada considers downtown parking fees, city says it will help business
The City of Arvada is considering charging to park in and around Olde Town, but some business owners worry it will hurt sales.
Botpool Create Launches AI Website Builder Backed by Human SEO Experts for Small Businesses
The AI website builder lets small business owners describe their business in plain language, publish a live site the same day, and start capturi...
Players Can't Believe No Man's Sky Is Letting Them Build In Space
In space, no one can hear you scream (about the ever increasing cost of home ownership)
Sterling woman turns farm hobbies into business venture
Shannon Jacobs, along with her husband Brent, is the founder and owner of Roots Market, their farmstead business on the couple’s 3.5 acres between Sterling and Morrison.
Stories, science and the healing power of horses
Dr. Angela Fournier, Bemidji State professor of psychology, and ranch owner Liz Letson keenly observe human and animal interactions and look for the stories they contain.
After AfD's record result: Voices from Saxony-Anhalt
The far-right AfD won a record result in Saxony-Anhalt. Why are so many voters backing the party, while others fear what comes next? DW travels across the state to hear from voters, business owners, and immigrants.
Here's how some Chicago small businesses are ramping up their use of AI
Mary Nguyen Aregoni, owner of the West Loop restaurant Saigon Sisters, started using Gemini, Google’s AI tool, early this year. She took free online courses about AI and a webinar from Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Small Businesses program. “It's pretty easy and intuitive to use, but you have to know how to ask the right questions or prompt,” she says.
This midcentury modern home in New Orleans’ Lakeview honors original owners through transformation
When Julie and Michael Green bought a midcentury modern home in West Lakeview in 2022, they became the second owners. The home was built in 1964 on one-third of an
Atlas Extends Top-Performer Sales Conversations Beyond Business Hours With AI Agents
Atlas is helping service businesses address after-hours leads with AI agents trained to clone owners and top performers. Atlas Voice and Atlas B...
Alloy Personal Training Expands to Ashburn with Family-Run Location
Alloy Personal Training is expanding to Ashburn after owners Erin and Matthew Kelly opened their first Leesburg location in 2024.
Larchmont Remembers 9/11: Business Owners Look Back 25 Years - Larchmont Buzz
Larchmont Business owners remembered 9/11 on the 25th anniversary of the attacks. The street was quiet for business but busy as a gathering place for the community.
Lakers make two hires to front office, including assistant GM
LOS ANGELES — With ownership of the team still in limbo, the Lakers announced two front office additions Friday, hiring former Miami Heat executive Eric Amsler as assistant general manager,
GTA 6 Reviews Plague Real-Life Nudist Resort After Fans Draw Comparisons to Leaks
GTA 6 fans believe its nudist resort was inspired by a real-life location, and its owners are already being bombarded with problematic reviews.
Owner of popular dog care business feels spurned by city’s ‘dismissive’ attitude to her funding request
Kathy Lichtenstein (right), the founder of Rex’s Place, stands with James Barr, an agility trainer with 30 years of experience, at Rex’s Place K-9
Homeless woman tries to torch $250K Mercedes as new NYC camp turns ‘dangerous’: business owner
A homeless woman tried to torch a luxury SUV outside a high end lighting business in Manhattan -- one of several terrifying encounters workers say they have endured after the resurgence of a West...
Judge will name receiver to take over closed Resilience hospitals
The judge said too many roadblocks have come up for current owners to reopen West Suburban Medical Center and Weiss Memorial.
Bob Bolus, Scranton political activist, philanthropist, dies at age 83
Bob Bolus, a tow-truck company owner, divisive political activist and Christmas dinner philanthropist, died late Thursday night in a hospital at age 83 from an illness, a longtime friend confirmed Friday. Earlier this year, the Scranton…
iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro: Three-year upgrade
The average timetable between pro iPhone upgrades is three years. Apple's iPhone 18 Pro has arrived, with iPhone 15 Pro owners taking a close look. Here's how the two compare.
LinkDaddy LLC Announces AI Verified Gold Business Passport
LinkDaddy LLC announced AI Verified Gold, a $297-a-year public identity record at aiverified.io. Each file includes a hashed web page and a matching JSON copy for companies that lack encyclopedia notability. Owners prove website control and may attach filings from live official registry pages.Clearwater, Florida--(Newsfile Corp. - September 11, 2026) - LinkDaddy LLC today announced AI Verified Gold, a $297-a-year public identity record now available at aiverified.io. The Florida company said the
The Curry Queen in Old Saybrook closes after three years of business
Owner Nalini Srinivasan opened The Curry Queen not only because of a gap in the availability of Indian food in the area, but in its substance.
Carol A. Fisher Finds New Opportunities Through Dance
Carol A. Fisher, owner of Dance on the Go, LLC, shares how she built her business later in life and why she believes it’s never too late.
Tennille cafe celebrates one year in business
Scoot’s Cafe and Ice Cream Emporium was created when co-owners Robert Fisher and Rose Holton combined their separate businesses, a cafe and an ice cream shop, after both faced difficulties on their own.
Jennifer Dintini Builds on a Family Legacy in Security
Jennifer Dintini, minority owner of 3G Security Solutions, discusses leadership, her family’s security legacy and creating opportunities for women.
London Theatre Drops Duke of York Name After More Than 130 Years
A historic theater in London’s West End is getting a new name after more than a century as the Duke of York’s Theatre. Owners ATG Entertainment said renaming the playhouse as the Tom Stoppard Theatre ...
Swiftkey Copies Pixel 11's Awesome Rambler Feature
With the arrival of the Pixel 11 series, it’s clear now that the star of the launch is the new Rambler voice-to-text feature. We’ve talked about it a number of times now, but other new Pixel 11 owners are talking about it just as much. Unfortunately, this is currently a Pixel 11 series feature and...
Elements of ownership
Employee co-op takes over Wilton publisher Earth Sky + Water as founder retires
Atlantic CEO Nicholas Thompson interview on OpenAI, his own videos
Atlantic CEO Nicholas Thompson talks about his OpenAI deal, his billionaire owner, and why he makes his own videos
What a Business Owner’s Policy Covers and Leaves Out
Northern Nevada Insurance Agency, an independent agency in Reno, quotes business owner’s policies across multiple carriers for restaurants, retail stores, rental property owners, contractors and professional offices. The bundle covers commercial property, general liability and business interruption, while workers’ compensation, commercial auto and professional liability are separate policies the agency reviews alongside it. Reno, NV, Sept. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A business owner's policy i
Deen Cadi CPA, PLLC Brings Family-Office-Style Tax and Wealth Advisory to High-Income Business Owners, Professionals, and Families
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Sept. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Deen Cadi CPA, PLLC, an advisory CPA firm led by founder and Managing Member Deen Cadi...
Black and minority business owners press NC leaders for new state contracting goals
Black and minority buisness owners push back after North Carolina lawmakers eliminated the state's HUB Office.
New anti-gun legislation is about preventing firearm ownership, not safety
By Ava Flanell It’s been a little more than a month since the most radical anti-gun legislation went into effect in Colorado history: Senate Bill 25-003. Originally intended as an “assault weapons ban,” Colorado Democrat sponsors settled for a complicated half-measure they wrongly believed would be a more tolerable violation of Coloradans’ Second Amendment rights. […]
‘He makes all things new’: 400 queen bees saved as Vidalia business rebuilds after fire
A devastating fire destroyed 12 years of work at a Vidalia honey bee supplier, but first responders saved more than 400 queen bees as the owners found a message of hope in the ashes and vowed to rebuild.
Pop Brothers popsicle business up for sale after 11 years
Owners say it's time for a younger family to take over the Coast franchise.
Business owners bring Lake Austin drawdown concerns to Austin City Council
Seattle businesses struggle to survive as mayor pushes new jobs plan
While Seattle business owners grapple with thin profit margins and mounting tax pressures, city leaders are attempting to offer a path forward.
String of break-ins, vandalization reported at Anchorage businesses
Several businesses were broken into early Wednesday morning in a northeast Anchorage business district, leaving owners to pick up the pieces.
Marietta businesses prepare for 50th anniversary Sternwheel Festival
Marietta’s 50th anniversary Ohio River Sternwheel Festival kicks off Friday, and local business owners are preparing for the big weekend.
Alleged copper thief arrested after being caught on camera dismantling AC units in The Heights
An alleged copper thief was caught on camera dismantling AC units at a business complex in The Heights. Business owners said they were forced to close for days while the AC was out.
Multi-generational business expertise: How legacies in local businesses find sustained success
Join us Sept. 29 for our third Power Breakfast of 2026 as business leaders share how they leverage decades of institutional wisdom. The Greater Fayetteville Business Journal invites you to join us for our third quarterly Power Breakfast, The Family Business Advantage: How Third-Generation Leaders Drive Longevity and Innovation, where business owners, executives and community leaders will come together to explore how multi-generational leadership creates lasting success. We are proud to welcome CEO of Holmes Security Systems, Stephen Wheeler; Director of Communications for Copiers Plus, Drew Smith; Inside Sales at Hubbard Supplyhouse, Mary Grace Hurley; and Managing Partner of Luigi’s Italian Chophouse & Bar, Nate Ernst, as our featured panelists. Representing the third generation of leadership within their family businesses, each brings a unique perspective on honoring decades of tradition while embracing new ideas, technologies and strategies that drive long-term growth. Together, with moderator Lauren Willets, Director of the Family Enterprise Center at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School, they will share the challenges, opportunities and lessons learned from leading established organizations into the future.“Growing up in a family business gave me a unique perspective on what business can be. I saw the pride my grandfather and father took in knowing someone was a Copiers Plus customer, and the deep responsibility they felt to support our employees and the families who depended on the business. Seeing that sense of connection firsthand is what drew me to the business, and the legacy they built continues to drive me today. I’m excited to be part of the conversation about how family businesses can honor what previous generations built while continuing to grow and evolve for the future,” shared panelist Drew Smith. “We are so excited to welcome our panelists highlighting long-standing Fayetteville family businesses. This theme has certainly piqued the interest of the business community even beyond Fayetteville. I’m excited to pass the moderator baton over to Lauren Willets. With her background and expertise in the subject, she’s sure to unlock some great talking points and perspectives that will keep the conversation fresh and interesting to our guests. “We are so excited to welcome our panelists highlighting long-standing Fayetteville family businesses. This theme has certainly piqued the interest of the business community A third-generation family business is quite an impressive accomplishment, and we look forward to examining their secrets to a successful succession at this upcoming Power Breakfast!” shared Greater Fayetteville Business Journal Publisher Faith Hatton. Join us at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden for an inspiring morning of networking, thought-provoking discussion and actionable insights into the power of continuity, strategic evolution and visionary leadership. Whether your organization is family-owned or simply focused on creating a lasting legacy, you’ll leave with ideas that can strengthen your business for generations to come.To learn about becoming a Power Breakfast sponsor, contact the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal at 910.240.9697 or marketing@bizfayetteville.com. Tickets are on sale now. Reserve your seat by going to fayettevillepowerbreakfast.com.
Jellystone Park Profitability Again Recognized by Franchise Business Review
Brand Cited for Strong Financial Performance, Innovation, Culture, and Owner Satisfaction Four new franchise locations opened this year SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts was recently named one of Franchise Business Review’s 50 Most Profitable Franchise brands. To identify its award-winning companies, Franchise Business Review analyzed data from more than 29,000 franchise owners regarding their overall satisfaction with their brand and
Grow wellness goals with health coaches at Nature's Garden Natural Foods & Shoes
September is Healthy Aging Month, and in this week's Art of Aging, we'll meet two longtime business owners in Berks County, PA offering up natural health advice if you're looking to set some new wellness goals.
Confirmation: Messi to buy Spanish second-tier side Eldense
Argentina football great Lionel Messi is set to become majority owner of CD Eldense, the Spanish second-division club confirmed on Thursday. Eldense said that the 2022 World Cup winner Messi has reached an agreement in principle with previous owners, Colombian investment group TH, to take over their shares.
NFIB: Small business hiring dipped slightly in August
Small business owners’ hiring and plans to hire fell slightly in August, according to the NFIB August jobs report.
Superstruct Entertainment launches ‘Artistic Code’ for festivals
Superstruct Entertainment has been at the sharp end of artists’ political views in recent times, particularly with boycotts and protests about other business interests of its owner, investment firm KKR.
Secretary of State candidates have big differences on elections, more nuanced splits on business registration
One candidate for Colorado Secretary of State wants to offer automatic business registration renewal. The other wants to offer more help to non-English-speaking business owners.
Fox Cities businesses balance tornado relief with keeping doors open
Small business owners put their daily operations on hold and organized large-scale efforts to direct volunteers and donation requests after the tornado. Now, they’re navigating how to continue help…
Messi to buy second Spanish lower league club
Argentina icon Lionel Messi has agreed to take over Spanish club Eldense, the second division side confirmed on Thursday."CD Eldense can confirm that Lionel Messi has reached an agreement in principle with the club's current owners to acquire the shares currently held by Grupo TH Soluciones, which would make him the majority shareholder of CD Eldense," they told AFP. "At this time, the transaction is pending completion of the final legal and contractual procedures, including the due diligence pr
Want to buy an iconic piece of Wichita? This bar with 1935 roots is for sale.
Sabrina Parker, the longtime owner of Merle’s Place at 440 N. Seneca, wants to sell the business and its 1935 building.
US sanctions are preventing Cuban businesses from growing
Cuban business owner Oscar Fernández's dream to one day sell his dried fruit in the U.S. is being stymied by sanctions on the island.
Farmers, business owners in limbo as federal ban threatens Kentucky hemp industry
The federal ban will require many hemp-derived products to be pulled from the market.
Treasury Must Keep Collecting and Preserving Business Owner Info
The Treasury Department’s decision to stop collecting certain business ownership information and delete information already collected will hinder fraud investigations by the IRS and other federal agencies, columnist Danny Werfel writes.
Seahawks Owner Gives Health Update After Sam Darnold Injury
Vinod Khosla’s first Seahawks opener as an owner included a Sam Darnold injury, a wild comeback and a postgame joke about his own health. The post Seahawks Owner Gives Health Update After Sam Darnold Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
Seahawks Owner Gives Health Update After Sam Darnold Injury
Vinod Khosla’s first Seahawks opener as an owner included a Sam Darnold injury, a wild comeback and a postgame joke about his own health. The post Seahawks Owner Gives Health Update After Sam Darnold Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
Catching up with: Eric Frickle, Kitchen Engine co-owner
When first walking into The Kitchen Engine store inside the historic Flour Mill building in Spokane’s North Bank neighborhood, it's not immediately noticeable that the cookware and appliance shop offers patrons much more than culinary products and equipment.
Statuary brings recognition to businesses
An oversized rooster, a towering sasquatch, or a massive metal eagle might seem like unconventional marketing investments, but Mike Ferguson, owner of Spokane-based Way Out West, has spent over two decades supplying Inland Northwest businesses with statues and large outdoor pieces that are helping turn companies into recognizable landmarks.
2026 Rising Stars: Summerlyn Feckner
After growing Spokane-based Ginger Co. Interiors LLC, which does business as Ginger Designs, from a small startup into an established interior design firm, Summerlyn Feckner, 30, expanded into co-ownership of Spokane Valley-based Coyote Creek Cabinets, bridging the gap between design and physical craftsmanship.
Modders Unlock DLSS Multi Frame Generation For RTX 30-Series "Ampere" GPUs
After porting DLSS 5 to every recent NVIDIA generation, the modding community now seems to be turning its focus to Frame Generation. A new mod called DLSSG SM86 lets GeForce RTX 30-series owners run DLSS Multi Frame Generation in 2X and 4X modes, a feature NVIDIA officially reserves for RTX...
Miami Crash Puts Focus on Houston Astros Owner’s Cargo-Jet Business
Browns news: Denzel Ward sounds off becoming partial Guardians owner
The Cleveland Browns are preparing for their first game of the 2026 NFL season. Denzel Ward and his teammates are hoping to prove a lot of the team’s doubters wrong on the field. Off the field, Ward has further cemented himself within the city’s sports scene . Ward joined the ownership group of MLB’s Cleveland Guardians, the Guardians announced on […] The post Browns news: Denzel Ward sounds off becoming partial Guardians owner appeared first on ClutchPoints.
SepticSmart Week features free webinar promoting septic maintenance, public health, water conservation and more
For SepticSmart Week, learn more about Michigan’s Septic Replacement Loan Program and a free webinar for homeowners.
Alaska Native Medical Center Transfers to Tribal Ownership
The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium takes ownership of Alaska Native Medical Center from the federal government.
Downtown Watertown’s business landscape changing
See how one eatery in downtown Watertown will reopen under new ownership, while others have shut their doors.
Watching Your Wallet: How to start a business succession plan
For family business owners or those thinking of starting one, planning who will run your company after you leave may not be top of mind.
ICE activity on the rise in Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood, business owner says
Controversial Salem window art policy paused after complaints from business owners
New firearms business, shooting range opens today in Meyersville
Owner says new facility welcomes everyone from first-time shooters to experienced marksmen
Aroostook County couple launches ‘walking taco’ business after eclipse success
Angelina and Chuck Jackman, owners of Amity-based Jack’s Walkin’ Tacos, just won a $25,000 business grant.
Business owners near the University of Cincinnati push back on street closures meant to curb violence
Business owners in Cincinnati’s CUF neighborhood near the University of Cincinnati say evening street closures put in place following a series of shootings are hurting their bottom lines.
General Duffy's Waterhole goes up for sale in downtown Redmond
Owners of a downtown Redmond community gathering place, taphouse, food truck lot and live music and event space have listed it for sale after eight years in business. General Duffy’s […]
Salem, Massachusetts pausing new rule on window art that upset business owners
MANN ROBINSON EXPANDS ENTERTAINMENT ECOSYSTEM WITH 'URBAN OPERAS', A NEW VERTICAL STREAMING PLATFORM BUILT FOR STORIES THAT KNOW US
Filmmaker, director, producer, studio owner, distributor, and streaming entrepreneur Mann Robinson is expanding his growing entertainment ecosystem with the launch of Urban Operas, a new vertical streaming platform created to bring culturally connected, mobile first storytelling directly to audiences.
South Tampa fire damages 4 businesses, owners face long recovery
A batch of businesses in South Tampa are on a long road to recovery after a fire.
Prologis bets on Chicago-area warehouse demand with $100M Minooka project
The move by the nation’s largest owner of industrial real estate is a notable sign that developers and lenders are growing more confident about speculative warehouses after pulling back in recent years.
Swan Town Creative Announces Inaugural Build Business Better Conference for Established Business Owners
A live virtual conference featuring an all-woman lineup of business experts, built to help established business owners explore what's possible and decide what comes next.Marietta, GEORGIA, Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Swan Town Creative, a business advisory and consulting firm, announces the inaugural Build Business Better Conference, a two-day live virtual event taking place October 21–22, 2026. Designed primarily for business owners with three or more years of experience who have moved b
New Business: Paradise Coffee owners bring grab-and-go options to Point Tiburon Plaza
Paradise Coffee at Point Tiburon Plaza in Tiburon sells Cubano sandwiches, breakfast burritos and bonbons from a Tiburon chocolatier.
Messi Builds A Soccer Ownership Portfolio: Why He Purchased Eldense
The second Spanish club in Messi’s growing portfolio suggests his ownership ambitions are already taking shape.
New Seahawks owners will hold a press conference on Wednesday
Acadia Chamber opens new visitor center
SOUTHWEST HARBOR — Despite steady rain, more than 70 residents, business owners and town officials turned out for an open house hosted by the Acadia Chamber of Commerce at its
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Visit SEWing-FUN
The following is an interview with Nancy E. Easterbrooks, owner of SEWing-FUN at 24 Bessom St. #1, conducted by Discover Marblehead. SEWing-FUN is a creative local gem bringing the joy of sewing to Marblehead. Led by a passionate sewing coach, it’s all about learning, creating and having fun — whether you’re stitching your first project
Las Vegas Arts District business improvement district proposal draws opposition
A proposal to create a “business improvement district,” or BID, in the Las Vegas Arts District is dividing property and business owners in the neighborhood.
Can Your Business Afford a Cyberattack? - Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council
By Rieva Lesonsky – Most small business owners know a cyberattack could disrupt their operations. But they may not realize just how expensive that disruption could be. Verizon Business’s 2026 Breach Impact Study (BIS) looked at about 70,000 cyber insurance claims, of which more than half (38,000) were paid to policyholders to cover insurable cyber incidents from January […]
Browns cornerback Denzel Ward joins Guardians’ ownership group
The Macedonia native is the second prominent athlete from Northeast Ohio to buy a stake in the Guardians this year, joining Travis Kelce.
Optimism index: Small business owners feel good now, are wary about future
The National Federation of Independent Business released its August small business optimism index on Tuesday and it showed a small dip to a reading of 98.7 from 99.8 in July. But the optimism index remained just above its long-term average …
No Man's Sky 10th anniversary update is here, and that means orbital bases, space station ownership - and yes, you can finally fly to the sun
After much speculation, No Man's Sky's Cosmos update is finally here, and, yup, it's a big 'un.
Flex Partners with Mesh to Power Crypto and Stablecoin Deposits for Business Owners
/PRNewswire/ -- Mesh, the leading crypto payments network, today announced a partnership with Flex, the finance platform that brings business owners' accounts...
NFIB reports slight dip in small business optimism
Owners cite weaker sales, inflation and supply chain strains, while many still struggle to find qualified workers.
New ownership announced at troubled football club
A club spokesperson says they are excited to embark on a new chapter.
Local Business Owners Start New Chapter with Opening of New PostalAnnex Location in Concord, California
Annex Brands, Inc., one of the leading franchisors in the packing, shipping and office services industries, is excited to announce the opening of its newest PostalAnnex location in Concord, CA to new owners, Rebeccah and Konstantin Rybalsky. This new PostalAnnex is set to offer a wide range of essential shipping and office services to the local community, making it easier to provide more service to more people in more places.