SEATTLE: -Amazon has unveiled an array of Amazon Small Business Academy programs to assist small businesses to gain benefits from the power of the internet to cater to the needs of clients, expand their brand, and enhance sales. The efforts consist of in-person seminars, community college courses, and webinars. “Small businesses make up 99.9% of U.S. businesses, employ almost 60 million people, and are the backbone of our economy. We’ve heard from many of them that they want help and guidance to take advantage of the power of the internet and digital business, particularly in rural areas,” observed Nicholas Denissen, Amazon Vice President of Small Business. “Amazon Small Business Academy is focused on accelerating small business’ digital capabilities, whether they are a brand new company or one that has been in business for generations.” Presently in Southaven, Mississippi close to Memphis, Tenn., Amazon is hosting its first Amazon Small Business Academy program, ...