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Did you know that 80% of small businesses in the UK are male founded? Block’s UK Head of Public Policy Iana Vidal is taking the stage at UK Black Business Week to explore the latest research on the challenges and motivations of women-led businesses in a predominantly male-led landscape. She’ll speak with Nina Mohanty, owner and Founder of Bloom Money to uncover how more women can start their businesses and reach their entrepreneurial goals, while driving change across the industry. Join the Square and Block team all week for panels hosted with UK Square sellers, consult with our product experts in the business hub, or members of our Talent team in the career hub to learn more about opportunities at Block.

We’re excited to be back at UK Black Business Week in London! Join the Square and Block team next week for panels hosted with UK Square sellers, consult with our product experts in the business hub, or members of our Talent team in the career hub. Our very own Junior Ejehu, Sales Lead at Square, is taking the stage to cover the?Authenticity Advantage: transforming cultural identity into business success. Junior will be joined by Clinton Walker, Founder & Head Chef of Spice Cay, to explore how authenticity shapes inclusive, thriving brands and how embracing cultural identity can fuel innovation and drive business success. ?? To help you power your own business, the first 100 attendees will receive a free Square Chip and Mobile Reader to accelerate your growth.

At Square, we are passionate about supporting local communities and empowering entrepreneurs. We were thrilled to be part of the Blvck Spades launch party, where we connected with Atlanta’s talented entrepreneurs and innovators. We gave away 40 Square devices, including handheld terminals and chip readers, helping local businesses enhance their operations. The event featured the Blvcker Hackathon, where creative teams pitched their projects to judges, followed by networking with the Square team. Let’s keep building together so we can help fuel the dreams of local entrepreneurs!

“As a franchise, we're always looking to have that innovation in tech to make things easier. Square has been able to give us that. It’s something that we mandate all franchisees use,” says Brandon Cornelius, chief operating officer of Costa Oil. Speed dictates everything at an oil-change business, especially one that prides itself on offering a 10-minute service. For Brandon, managing efficiency starts and ends with Square for Franchises.

“We knew that it was going to need technology. We knew that it was going to need the right people. And we knew we'd have to create the right culture,” says Phil Killoran, who opened quick-service restaurant BIRDCODE alongside his wife, Brandi. Together, the Killorans have built a franchise from the ground up, relying on Square for Franchises to scale with consistency and control. That way, every BIRDCODE customer has an experience that’s satisfying on all fronts.

From challenges to reaching their full potential, newcomers shape their futures through entrepreneurship while making Canada their home. ?? Square’s landmark study shows the exceptional experiences of newcomer entrepreneurs unlocking financial security, more meaningful careers and a sense of belonging through business ownership. See the findings: https://lnkd.in/ebMPJGqS

Block is a globally distributed team, and we’re sticking to it. We empower our people to work from wherever they feel most creative. No return to work mandates here. Whether you want to join us from home, one of our offices, or somewhere in between – the choice is yours. Explore opportunities across Block: https://lnkd.in/es-i5drB

Lorenzo and Isaac always wanted to start their own business. Both have Italian backgrounds, and when they noticed a gap in the market for made-to-order takeaway pasta, it all fell into place. “Combining food and business, they’re my two favourite things, so for me it was an easy decision,"? says Co-owner Lorenzo Fantarella. With a focus on quick service, delicious recipes, and good vibes, Pasta Prego has become a hotspot for Chapel Street locals in Melbourne's Prahran. Learn more about their story: https://lnkd.in/g4P6DYpC

Meet Hongfei Shao, head of Square's Sales & Account Management team in Japan. Hongfei sat down with Robert Walters to talk about the opportunity for Square in Japan and who he's looking for to join his growing team. "Japan is rapidly transitioning towards a more digital and cashless economy. With a growing emphasis on digital payments and e-commerce, Square is at the forefront of providing the tools and solutions businesses need to thrive in this evolving landscape." Interested in joining Hongfei's team in Japan? Check out open roles here: https://lnkd.in/ekFAVB-y