All stories

Wings and dipping sauce on a wooden platter from The Wing Suite

Meet the Merchant

The Wing Suite

Army veteran and entrepreneur Kartisha Henry is skilled in logistics and supply chain … Read more
People standing in front of food truck

Biz ops

5 questions to decide if your pop-up is ready for a permanent location

You’ve done your research, you’ve tested the market through pop-ups, and now you … Read more
Butterflies on flowers

Biz ops

Making seasonal planning events work for you

Black Friday and Small Business Saturday are two marquee events that many merchants … Read more
Blurred server in restaurant

Inspiration

David Joseph started a company that is helping restaurant owners sleep at night [Q&A]

Q&A with former restaurateur and tech startup founder David Joseph on the hair-pulling … Read more
Coffee and bagles

Guides

How to start a bagel shop

Here’s a breakdown of key considerations when opening a bagel shop. Read to … Read more
restaurant customer using scan to pay qr code payment method

Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

How to integrate technology at your full-service restaurant

From QR code menus and scan-to-order to handheld POS systems and more, the … Read more
Man reviewing paperwork on clipboard

Accounting

6 types of budgeting methods for business success

There are many budgeting methods that can help you fine-tune your numbers and … Read more
Making a contactless payment

Money management

4 benefits of a merchant account

As today’s consumers are increasingly using credit and debit cards to make purchases … Read more
Chef cooking on commercial stove

Coffee shops and cafes

List of essential equipment needed to start a restaurant

This article details the back-of-house equipment needed to start a restaurant, including a … Read more
Main Street America

Covid-19

COVID-19 Effects and Impacts in the U.S (FISERV)

Clover is gathering valuable resources and financial relief initiatives to help merchants like … Read more
Man with dog in front of mobile grooming van

Meet the Merchant

Harlem Doggie Day Spa

Our Meet the Merchant series features Q&As with real-world Clover merchants. Read our … Read more
Person typing newsletter on laptop

Coffee shops and cafes

How to create a captivating newsletter for your business

An email newsletter can be a powerful marketing tool if done right. Read … Read more
La Gelati owners

Meet the Merchant

La Gelati

Our Meet the Merchant series features Q&As with real-world Clover merchants. Read our … Read more
Chefs pouring soup into small pumpkin gourds

Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

How to create an effective catering marketing plan

Marketing your catering business can be a unique challenge in that you don’t … Read more
Chef carrying crate inside stock room

Clover app partners

6 ways to use excess & expiring inventory in your kitchen (plus prevention tips)

Every time your kitchen staff throws an ingredient away because it expired or … Read more
Woman wearing headphones watching tablet

Insights

Top podcasts for small business owners and entrepreneurs

Tuning into a podcast is convenient, allows for multitasking, and can feel more … Read more
Woman on laptop in shop

Payments & processing

What is OptBlue by American Express®?

When businesses decide to accept credit cards, they typically sign up for a … Read more
Rainbow flag

Biz ops

Important business resources every LGBTQIA entrepreneur should know about

So much has changed in recent decades to make it okay to be … Read more
Leaving feedback on mobile phone

Customer service

How to ask for feedback from customers

Getting feedback is hard. Just think about all the purchases you’ve made in … Read more
Couple meeting with financial professional

Guides

How to open a business bank account

You’ll need a business bank account if you plan to: Register your business … Read more