The Small Business & Entrepreneurship (SBE) Council annually ranks US States on how friendly of a business climate they provide. By choosing a state in which policy is business friendly, you can improve you odds for success for your small business. Full Article at About Home Business

The SBE Council’s Small Business Survival Index 2009 rates states on their public policy climates for small business and entrepreneurship, particularly on their tax structures. Full Article at Business Journal of Phoenix

Colorado once again ranks high among the states in a report on business climate -- this one from the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council, a lobbying and policy group. Full Article at Denver Business Journal

The Index helps business owners, investors and lawmakers understand the public policy burdens placed on entrepreneurship and small business in the states, and ranks them accordingly. Full Article at PR Newswire

SB Electronics in Barre is looking for up to 13 employees right now and more down the road. SBE develops and manufactures capacitors. It will be making parts for electric vehicles thanks to a $9 million federal grant. Full Article at WCAX

Got a yen for sushi before the Lakers game? Lucky for you Chef Katsuya Uechi (and the folks at SBE) have opened a fourth franchise at L.A. Live, adding a few touches of kitsch to its familiar sophisticated vibe to attract the yuppies. Full Article at LA.com