Girl Scout Cookie Business is $800 Million+

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Girl Scout Cookies and what to know about the $800M business

About 200 million boxes of Girl Scout Cookies are sold every year

The Girl Scout Cookie Program founded in 1917 strives to offer girls important experiences in entrepreneurship, leadership, business, and finance from an early age, as well as provide girls and Girl Scout councils with the funding necessary for activities and programs throughout the troop year.

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SCL Equipment Finance is committed to empowering businesses of Generations

SCL Equipment Finance, founded in 1992, is committed to driving business growth. Whether you are a a small entrepreneur or a seasoned company, we are here to offer the funding you need to invest in equipment.

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The Must-Know Ways Small Business Will Change in 2024

Looking ahead to 2024, small businesses need to stay on top of market changes. From new technology to evolving customer and employee demands, it’s essential to continuously adapt. To help entrepreneurs succeed in the upcoming year, we’ve gathered insights from seven business leaders on how small businesses will change in 2024. Get ready for what’s ahead and position yourself for success!.

The most successful small businesses prioritize values over profits.

In 2024, small businesses have a golden opportunity to stand out in the market by providing exceptional service and demonstrating integrity and honesty. With an increasing number of customers looking to make socially responsible purchases, brands that share these values are becoming more popular. As a small business owner, you can leverage this trend to differentiate yourself from your competitors.

What’s in store for the economy in 2024? Find out about the state of the economy and what to expect.

Despite headlines throughout 2023 forecasting a recession, recent data has indicated economic growth over the previous year. For many small businesses, this means increased demands and thriving local economies.

Why are companies replacing older equipment?

Capital Preservation in 2023
Budget Your Equipment Purchase With a Fixed Rate

The Question Is Not “If” To Automate, But “How”

Companies are zeroed in on profitability this year. This means becoming more resource savvy and finding effective ways through Automation to do more with less.

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Keeping it Simple: Warren Buffet On How To Be Frugal

Regardless of his $78 Billion net worth, Warren Buffett has simple taste with frugal habits.
 
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Working Capital & Equipment Financing

SCL brings new financing products to the market in 2023
  • Cash back program when you finance equipment
  • Refinance your existing equipment
  • Easier qualifications and lower rates for equipment that replaces outside costs
  • Factoring & Accounts Receivables
  • SCL is offering business lines of credit from $25,000 to $150,000 to help eligible applicants to expand and meet their cash flow needs

Email Barbara to discuss.

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What does 2023 have in store for entrepreneurs?

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Even with interest rate hikes, business outlook optimistic

The basic rule of customer service. Person-to-person interaction, Trust, Personalized experience, understanding of the clients needs and budgets, Support, basics manners, a good digital experience, reliability, and loyalty.

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What does 2023 have in store for entrepreneurs?

Author Alec Ross predicts that next year will see a rise of world-changing startups, much like the Great Recession was the jumping off point for some of today’s biggest firms.

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How much will interest rates go up in 2023?

The U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) will meet to set interest rates eight times in 2023. We know the schedule. The main question will be how the Fed handles the transition to to an expected pause in rates. Interest rate futures suggest that the Fed will set and hold short-term rates in a 4% to 5% band for much of 2023, though we could see rate cuts in 2023 if the economy weakens.

Equipment Financing is a fixed rate so you can budget your capital expense.

Rates are rising: What does that mean for equipment loans?

As rates continue to increase some companies are rethinking how they finance equipment. In the past when rates were low some business choose short-term, variable-rates. Now a fixed rate is best when thinking about a capital equipment purchase.

Even with interest rate hikes, business outlook optimistic

U.S. businesses took on $7.1 billion in new loans, leases and lines of credit to fund equipment in February.

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Automation is Changing the Economy

Automation leads to significant economies of scale – important in industries which require high capital investment. Automation enables firms to reduce their number of workers, and help navigate more complex controls.

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Unlock New Opportunities with Automation


Barbara Griffith, President & Founder, SCL Equipment FinanceSCL provides a Honest & Easy approach to equipment financing

Barbara Griffith
President & Founder
714-573-9804 ext.101