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Two articles this week on why St. Pete is a great place for entrepreneurs.The Unexpected Haven for Entrepreneurs by Inc.comWith a remarkable focus on business development, St. Pete, Florida is becoming a hotspot for startups and small businesses.https://www.inc.com/stpetersburg/the-unexpected-haven-for-entrepreneurs.html

The Best Cities for Women to Start a Business in 2018 by business.orgAmerica is home to more than 11.6 million women-owned businesses. From employment rates to equal pay, see which American cities rank the best for women entrepreneurs.https://www.business.org/business/startup/best-cities-for-women-to-start-a-business/

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