Elisa Jean-Newman
Harbor Compliance Acquires Firstbase: Helping Entrepreneurs Launch and Grow with Confidence
We’re excited to announce that Harbor Compliance has acquired Firstbase.io, a modern platform that helps entrepreneurs around the world start and manage their businesses online. This partnership combines Harbor Compliance’s deep expertise in supporting businesses and nonprofits with Firstbase’s innovative … Read more
California’s New Climate Reporting Rules: What Businesses Need to Know for 2026
California has introduced two major climate reporting laws, the Climate-Related Financial Risk Act (SB 261) and the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (SB 253), that will change how large companies operating in the state report climate risks and greenhouse … Read more
Labyrinth, Inc. Launches Compliance Navigator AI™ for Nonprofits
We’re excited to share that Labyrinth, Inc., a Harbor Compliance brand, has launched a new tool built just for nonprofits: Nonprofit Compliance Navigator AI™.
This innovative tool helps nonprofits get clear, accurate answers to their most common regulatory questions in … Read more
Harbor Compliance Welcomes CorpoMax
Harbor Compliance is proud to announce that CorpoMax Inc., a trusted Delaware-based incorporation services company, has joined the Harbor Compliance family. This exciting partnership expands our ability to support international entrepreneurs and strengthens our commitment to helping organizations meet their … Read more
Understanding D.C.’s New BEST Act and What It Means for Your Business
The District of Columbia has introduced the Business and Entrepreneurship Support to Thrive (BEST) Act. This new law brings significant changes to how businesses obtain licenses, the fees they pay, and the consequences of failing to renew on time.… Read more
Harbor Compliance Recognized on Inc. 5000 List for Seventh Year
We’re proud to announce that Harbor Compliance has once again been recognized by Inc. magazine as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Our company ranked No. 2,609 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, marking our seventh year earning … Read more
Virginia APELSCIDLA Board Announces Fee Increases Effective August 2025
The Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) has announced upcoming fee adjustments for licensees under the Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers, and Landscape Architects (APELSCIDLA). These changes will take effect on August 1, … Read more
Harbor Compliance Named Gold Globee® Winner for Governance, Risk, and Compliance Solution
We are proud to announce that Harbor Compliance has been recognized as a 2025 Gold Globee® Winner in the Governance, Risk, and Compliance Solution category for our Harbor Compliance Software Suite. This prestigious award honors outstanding achievements in the industry … Read more
Idaho Adopts Birthday-Based License Renewal System: What Professionals Need to Know
Starting July 1, 2025, the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) is implementing sweeping changes to how licenses are renewed. These updates impact nearly every licensed professional in the state and are intended to streamline the renewal process … Read more
Oregon Passes New Law Limiting Use of Virtual and Mail Forwarding Addresses in Business Filings
Oregon recently passed House Bill 3588, which is now in effect. This new law changes how businesses can list addresses on official filings with the Oregon Secretary of State. The goal is to ensure that the addresses listed in public … Read more
