The California Redemption Value (CRV) program, established in 1986, is a cornerstone of the state’s recycling and environmental efforts. Aimed at reducing litter and encouraging recycling, CalRecycle imposes a fee on consumers at the time of purchase for eligible beverage containers, which is refunded upon the container’s return. For wineries in California, navigating the intricacies…
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Have you taken time to review your cybersecurity budget for 2024 yet? It is no longer optional. Going without managed cybersecurity services that fit your organization’s unique needs can increase risk, negatively impact your reputation, and result in major fines and other costs related to data breaches. Going Without Cybersecurity Strategies Can Impact Your…
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As we forge ahead into 2024, small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) find themselves on the front lines of a dynamic cyber threat battlefield, where vigilance and preparation are no longer optional. The age of relying solely on traditional antivirus software has passed, and the rise of sophisticated, AI-driven threats necessitates a proactive approach to cybersecurity….
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Do you ever get frustrated because you spend so much time working IN your business, you feel like you never have enough time to work on your business? If you answer “yes”, you are not alone. As a business advisor to smaller manufacturers, wineries and services companies I hear this frustration frequently. You have so…
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As a business or property owner, your commercial insurance in the past has been an item you have yet to have to think a lot about after it renews each year. This is now rapidly and, many times, frustratingly, changing. Many insurance carriers today are “re-underwriting” their entire book of business. You may end up…
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Protea Financial was founded in 2014 to provide high-quality outsourced accounting at an affordable price. Given Protea’s flexible work environment, the Company especially appealed to accountants who wanted to re-enter the workforce after taking time off to start a family. This allowed Protea to attract extremely talented individuals who were previously overlooked. Protea strives to…
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