by Jan Wangler | Aug 11, 2025 | Newsletter
Are Data Centers Coming To Your Area? As the demand for data centers grows, understanding both their potential benefits and drawbacks is critical for informed community decision-making. Data centers can bring significant economic advantages, such as creating...
by Jan Wangler | Jul 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
📊 Federal Data Tool Upgrades That Matter to Small Businesses Source: U.S. Census Bureau – July 2025 Data.census.gov Newsletter Small business owners and consultants who rely on demographic or geographic data to guide decisions—whether for expansion, marketing, or...
by Jan Wangler | Jun 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
“We’re Hiring, But No One’s Applying”: A Wake-Up Call from North Dakota Employers At North Dakota Businesses United (NDBU), we hear the same concern echoed by small businesses, professional offices, manufacturers, and service providers across the state: “We have open...
by Jan Wangler | May 19, 2025 | Newsletter
Overview of the 2024 Independent Contractor Rule The 2024 independent contractor rule, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), took effect on March 11, 2024. This rule provides interpretive guidance on how the DOL determines whether a worker is classified as an...
by Jan Wangler | May 3, 2025 | Newsletter
Legislative Overview ~ May 2, 2025 We made it to the finish line! The 69th ND Legislative Session adjourned at 4am after all-day and all-night conference committees. Since bills bounced back and forth between chambers multiple times, it is easiest to...
