THRIVE, a Paychex Business Podcast

As ranking member of the House of Representatives Small Business Committee, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer has some insight into some key economic topics affecting small business owners today and in the future. From his stance on the proposed national minimum wage increase, current unemployment benefits, and the national debt to the hot topic of worker classification, where he sees the future of b...

On this episode of the Paychex Business Series podcast, host Gene Marks is talking with U.S. Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey. Hear what the senator has to say about the minimum wage increase to $15 an hour and what that means for small business owners, the focus on low- and moderate-income area businesses in the new stimulus bill, and potential bipartisan agreements we may see in the future that...

Whether you have been impacted by COVID-19 or not, the new stimulus bill has some tax benefits that may help your business. In this episode of the Paychex Business Series podcast, host Gene Marks and guest Andy Gargana, Senior Federal Compliance Analyst at Paychex, are digging into these benefits. Hear as they talk about deferred taxes, tax credit for the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (FFC...

On December 27, 2020, the new COVID-19 fiscal relief package was signed into law. One of the significant changes that came with this second stimulus bill is to the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). In this episode, Gene Marks is talking with Stephen Dombroski, Senior Compliance Manger at Paychex. Hear everything you need to know about the ERTC, including what it is, who’s eligible, and how to...

The new Stimulus Bill includes a grant program dedicated to businesses in the arts industry that have been hit hard during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the Shuttered Venue Operator (SVO) Grant Program, $15 billion in grants have been dedicated to helping live venues that have seen a 25% or greater loss in revenue in 2020. Hear what Thad Inge, Senior Manager of Government Relations at Paychex, has t...

The new Stimulus Bill has brought more loans and grants for businesses in the U.S. But did you know that your address could help you during this process? When looking back at the data from last round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, many businesses in low- and moderate-income (LMI) areas were overlooked. Listen in as Thad Inge, Senior Manager of Government Relations, talks with Gene Mar...

In the most recent Stimulus Bill, $20 billion is set to fund the Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL), providing businesses with two options: apply for up to two million dollars with a 30-year maturity, and/or apply for a grant that is $1,000 per employee, up to $10,000. Find out more details on the EIDL and what it means for your business as host Gene Marks talks with Thad Inge, Senior Manager o...

With the latest Stimulus Bill came a new round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), including opportunities for a second draw. Tune in as Gene Marks talks with Connor Mykins, compliance expert at Paychex, as they discuss key takeaways from this more targeted program, including another round of loans, required documentation, approved expenses, and loan forgiveness. Visit our website to learn more...

Founded in 1870, Graeter’s Ice Cream is on it’s fourth generation of family ownership. President and CEO of Graeter’s, Richard Graeter, knows that when it comes to running a business, innovation is important to keep up with the times. He also knows that while looking towards the future, it is important to honor the past and what has made them successful. In this episode, Richard talks with host Ge...

Bart Adlam joined on as co-CEO of GOOD PLANeT FOODS in the midst of a global pandemic. With just three months under his belt as a partner in this plant-based products company, Bart shares with host Gene Marks his experience growing a business during 2020. Listen in as he talks about the food service business, running a business from home, the importance of not waiting for things to change, expandi...

As businesses continue to struggle as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, a new stimulus bill was passed on December 27, 2020 to help alleviate payments for new and existing loans given to small businesses within this past year. Join us as Gene Marks talks with Senator Chris Coons from Delaware on these unbelievable benefits for small businesses including lending through the Paycheck Protection Pro...

Hope. Optimism. Opportunity. Three powerful words that mean more this year than in years past. In this episode of the Paychex Business Series, Gene Marks is talking with host of Deadline: White House, Nicolle Wallace about what has come out of COVID-19 for small businesses and where the future may lie. Hear as they talk about the opportunity working from home has created for both employers and the...

New parameters around Paycheck Protection Program funding. COVID-19 liability protection. Potential increases to the minimum wage. The importance of affordable health care for small business owners. The challenges of big tech and need to establish a level playing field for small business owners to succeed, not only during these trying times, but also into the future. Listen in as we discuss these...

Inspiration for a business can come from anywhere. For Sharad Mohan, Co-Founder and CEO of Trainerize, found it in 2003 while working with a physiotherapist. Hear as Sharad talks with host Gene Marks about his journey from ideation to realization, the bumps along the way, why defining a new category may be the key to a successful business, and where he sees himself going in the future. Looking for...

When you think of Amazon, small businesses are probably not the first thing that comes to mind. But maybe it should be. With more than half of the products sold on Amazon coming from small- and medium-sized businesses, Keri Cusick, Head of Small Business Empowerment at Amazon says small businesses are a fundamental part of their work. Hear what she has to say about what the company is doing to sup...

With the election behind us, many are wondering what to expect with the new Biden administration. Join Gene Marks as he talks with three experts from Paychex: Thad Inge, Senior Manager of Government Relations, Mike Trabold, Director of Compliance Risk, and Laurie Savage, Senior Compliance Analyst. Listen in as this panel talks about what business owners may see under president-elect Joe Biden, inc...

Listen in as Ohio Congressman, Steve Chabot, joins us for a special episode of the Paychex Business Series podcast. Hear as he talks with Gene Marks about his role as a member of the Committee on Small Business, the status of the new stimulus package, business liability in the COVID-19 era, Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness, and what business owners hope to see in the next two years. Lo...

Have you ever wondered how business journalists are able to write about the topic, without many having ever owned a business of their own? While Zach Warmbrodt, financial services reporter at POLITICO, may not be a business owner, he’s made a career out of providing commentary on a lot of the things that affect them. In this episode, Gene talks with Zach about the life of a business journalist, hi...

You’ve thought of a new idea for a product or business…now what? Well, according to Richard Gearhart, founding partner of Gearhart Law, the first thing you should do is to get in touch with an intellectual property professional. Hear as Richard talks with host, Gene Marks about the difference between patents, trademarks, and copyrights; the importance of protecting your intellectual property; and...

The results of the 2020 election will likely bring many changes for your business; in this episode, Gene talks with Thad Inge, Senior Manager of Government Relations at Paychex, about some of the most common questions being asked by business owners today, and what you can anticipate from the new administration. Want to learn more about the business impacts of the 2020 election? Register for our up...

No longer just lending institutions, banks have become financial consultants. That’s why it's so important for small business owners to build a strong relationship with their bank. Steve Zandpour, U.S. Head of Retail Specialty for BMO Harris Bank, joins host Gene Marks to give insight into the banking side of business. Hear what he has to say about the Paycheck Protection Program, Small Business A...

What do China, New York City, and Washington, D.C. all have in common? According to Matthew Yglesias, co-founder of Vox.com, it’s larger populations and strong economies. Listen in as Matt talks with host Gene Marks about why he believes a bigger population would be beneficial for the United States. Hear as he talks about his stance on how the U.S. can become the #1 economy, why immigration is so...

Listen in as Rebecca Jarvis, chief business, technology & economics correspondent for ABC News, shares hard data and smart insights around significant “macro” issues small business owners need to be mindful of as they prepare for the weeks and months ahead. Rebecca and Gene discuss pent-up consumer demand and the coming holiday season, direct-to-consumer marketing, eCommerce, and opportunities wit...

Finding loans for your small business can be a challenge – your company is not as big, you may be looking to borrow smaller amounts of money, or you may need your loan faster than a large bank can provide it. OnDeck, is an online lender company focused on the small business customer. In this episode, Gene Marks talks with Noah Breslow, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors...

Building and maintaining customer relationships is more important now than ever before. With that in mind, many businesses are looking into customer relationship management (CRM), and may be asking themselves, “Is it time to invest in CRM software?” In this episode, Meredith Schmidt, Executive Vice President, General Manager of Salesforce Essentials and SMB at Salesforce, is talking with Gene Mark...