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GoDaddy Small Business Research Lab (formerly Venture Forward) quantifies the impact 20+ million online entrepreneurs have on their local economies, and provides a unique view into their attitudes, demographics, and needs.
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93%
Of microbusinesses have less than 10 employees
1 in 4
Microbusinesses owners make over $100k
51%
Of U.S. Microbusinesses are women-owned and growing
Kat Hernandez - Juanita's Plants
Updated June 2025
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