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Sunday, June 14, 2026

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7:26 PMBBC

Why I sold my business to my staff

Summary

Roughly six million US small business owners are expected to retire by 2035, triggering a large wave of ownership transitions. A growing share of these exits are being structured as employee buyouts, often through employee ownership plans.

Why it matters

Who buys retiring owners will shape local job stability, firm survival rates, and how wealth created by small businesses is distributed.

6:35 AMBreaking Travel News

Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel Announces Appointment of Manish Jha as General Manager

Summary

Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel, operated by Minor Hotels, appointed Manish Jha as general manager. The hotel positions the leadership change as part of a push to elevate guest experience and drive strategic growth at the luxury urban property.

Why it matters

General manager appointments are operational inflection points that can quickly reshape a hotel’s revenue mix, service delivery, and competitive position in Dubai’s luxury segment.

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