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Congratulations to CEO Now Graduates - A huge congratulations to the latest graduating class of CEO Now! 

These business owners spent eight months learning from experts, working together through business challenges, and developing a growth plan for their business. “For eight months you've invested in yourself, you've invested in your business. You've shown your kids, your friends, and your family what it means to have grit and what it means to invest in yourself,” said Commissioner Heather Edelson."

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