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Melissa Lagowski Named Faculty Member at Institute for Organization Management

Melissa Lagowski Named Faculty Member at Institute for Organization Management

Staff Report Melissa Lagowski, Founder and CEO of Big Buzz Idea Group, has been selected to serve as a faculty member at the Institute for Organization Management (IOM), the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “It is such an honor to be invited to join the faculty at IOM! We at Big Buzz have always believed in sharing information and lessons learned from our experiences with others in the field so that we can make a greater impact in the world, and this will allow us to continue to do that work on a larger scale,” Lagowski...

Six Things Your Nonprofit Needs to Know About Sales Tax

Six Things Your Nonprofit Needs to Know About Sales Tax

By Cat Donovan Executive Assistant Big Buzz Idea Group Navigating the complex landscape of sales tax is a critical task for nonprofit organizations, requiring a thorough understanding of numerous regulations, exceptions and exemptions. It’s up to nonprofit leaders to stay informed about these intricacies to ensure compliance and optimize their financial operations. It is important to keep in mind that sales tax is a state concept, and the regulations will vary by state law. Exempt Organizations Overview Non-profit status is an income tax concept and status, and doesn’t necessarily mean the organization is exempt from sales tax. The Illinois Department...

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