Biz Buzz Blog

Taylor Van Bruggen wanted to spread joy by making handmade cards. So, she decided to launch her own business. Learn more.

Getting your company certified as a woman-owned small business can help increase your opportunities and resources for business growth. Learn how to get started today.

Tiffany Potter became the first small business owner in her family when she bought the long-standing Fringes Salon. Learn how Northwest Bank helped with a flawless transition.

Liz Lathrum feels right at home working in an industry dominated by men. Learn how she came to start her own company, Kyanite Design & Build.

It's important for small business owners to keep their personal and small business bank accounts separate. Learn the five advantages of opening a business bank account.

Business insurance coverage is vital to protecting your business assets, property and employees. Learn what types of business insurance there are and how to purchase the coverage you need.

Writing a business plan puts you in the driver's seat to guide the direction and success of your small business. There are a number of free resources available to help business owners write a business plan.

As a woman business owner, you are the brains behind the brand. You may even be creating the products or providing the services yourself, leaving the behind-the-scenes financial work to be taken care of by others. What you may not realize, however, is that it's ideal for a business owner to have a good understanding of their finances and not just depend on their bookkeeper, controller or CPA.