Survey findings and summary
Thumbtack.com, in partnership with the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, has released the new results from the second annual Thumbtack.com Small Business Survey. The 2013 study draws upon data from over 7,000 small business owners nationwide and shows that Raleigh-Durham ranked among the 10 best metros in America, earning an 'A' grade overall.
Some of the key findings for Raleigh-Durham include:
- Small businesses ranked Raleigh-Durham #2 in the nation for its training and networking programs.
- North Carolina was the most improved state, rising to a 'B+' overall from a 'C+' in 2012.
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