Obama Acts to Aid Small Businesses | New York Times

Obama Acts to Aid Small Businesses | New York Times

The Obama administration said on Monday that it would try to ease a credit squeeze afflicting small businesses by buying up to $15 billion of securities that are linked to small-business loans.

Deals Via Thiel – February 2009

Deals via Thiel – February 2009

An occasional compilation of deals looking for dealmakers in Southern California.
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MONEY NEEDED: A San Diego-based company has secured prime time distribution for a national television show featuring collectibles, and has produced five segments out of 21 needed to launch. With some similarities to a current hit, this show will also promote a retail hospitality concept and a licensing business. Seeking about $10 million.

The Cash-Strapped Turn to Barter | The New York Times – Featuring Ken Lineberger

The Cash-Strapped Turn to Barter | The New York Times – Featuring Ken Lineberger

Check out this article about ITEX featuring WBP client Ken Lineberger of the Wine Tailor (includes a nice picture of Ken). Read Article