In this episode of The SmallBizChat, Melinda Emerson welcomes Clarence Wooten to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and the innovative world of AI. Clarence shares his experiences with successful business exits and his transition from Google to founding CoFounder AI. The conversation highlights how CoFounder AI distinguishes itself from other AI tools and addresses common mistakes […]
The SmallBizChat Podcast: Hit It and Quit It with Milton Hunt, Sharif Small and Lorraine Marchand
In this episode, Melinda Emerson introduces the format and encourages listeners to subscribe. The discussion features a panel where Melinda, along with Sharif Small, Milton Hunt, and Lorraine Marchand, share their favorite business podcasts, apps, and marketing tips. They also highlight some of the best business books that have influenced their entrepreneurial journeys. Milton Hunt […]
The SmallBizChat Podcast: If I Had to Do It All Over Again with Melinda Emerson
In this episode, Melinda Emerson kicks off with a warm welcome to The SmallBizChat and highlights National Small Business Week. She shares recent news affecting small businesses, then delves into strategies for growth, drawing on her 26 years of entrepreneurial experience. Melinda contrasts the startup processes of the past with today’s landscape and evaluates ownership […]
22 Top Resources for Women Business Owners
October is National Women in Business Month, and it’s a good time to look at the impact women business owners are having in the US economy. In this blog post, I will share some statistics, along with some great resources for women business owners who want to start a new business or grow an existing […]



