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05/26/2026

Most small business owners are figuring out their finances all on their own.

Most are working day and night, but paying themselves less than $50K a year—if at all.

Compare your finances against the books of 8,000 small business owners just like you via the link in our bio.

05/20/2026

We are so proud to celebrate our Pilot Small Business Growth Fund winners. 🎉

These small businesses are already making an impact in their communities. We created this growth fund because we believe owners deserve a financial infrastructure that matches their momentum.

Through our partnership with Alice, we awarded $250,000 in grants to 18 incredible small businesses across the country.

🌟 One $50,000 grant to

🌟 Two $25,000 grants to and

🌟 And fifteen $10,000 grants to B, , .co, , Insert Toolless Products, , , , , , , , , and Jo’s Gallery 2.

04/19/2026

What are founders actually paying themselves?
Nobody really knows. The data doesn't exist.
Pilot's running a Founder Salary Survey to change that. Under 30 seconds. Fully confidential. Take it, get the benchmark report when it drops in late May.
👇 Link in comments.

Take the survey: https://pilotmarketing.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/sv_1f7wk8l6rv28qya?utm_medium=organic%20social%20&utm_source=linkedin&utm_campaign=ic_tech_beready

04/16/2026

Tuesday night. Sharp axes. Cold drinks. You in?

Pilot, Cuentas Claras, and Apex Advantage are getting Lincoln's small business owners in one room. Join us for axe throwing, catered food, and the kind of conversation you don't get at just another networking event.

Check in before 6:15 p.m. for a shot at a $50 Starbucks or Amazon gift card.
📅 April 22 | 6:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 Arbor Axe House, Lincoln
Spots are limited. Register here: https://bit.ly/4ceMYZP

Martes por la noche. Hachas. Bebidas. ¿Te apuntas?

Pilot, Cuentas Claras y Apex Advantage están reuniendo a dueños de pequeños negocios en Lincoln. Acompáñanos para lanzamiento de hachas, buena comida y el tipo de conversación que no encuentras en cualquier otro evento de networking.

Llega antes de las 6:15 p.m. para participar en la rifa de una tarjeta de regalo de $50 de Starbucks o Amazon.

📅 22 de abril | 6:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 Arbor Axe House, Lincoln
Los espacios son limitados. Regístrate aquí: https://bit.ly/4ceMYZP

Acompáñanos junto a dueños de pequeños negocios locales para una noche llena de energía, buenas conversaciones y bocadillos. Espera buena vibra, competencia…

04/14/2026

"What should I be paying myself?"
One of the most common founder questions. One of the least answered.
We're fixing that. Pilot's Founder Salary Survey is under 30 seconds — and when we publish the benchmark report in late May, you'll get it.

Take the survey: https://pilotmarketing.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/sv_1f7wk8l6rv28qya?utm_medium=organic%20social%20&utm_source=linkedin&utm_campaign=ic_tech_beready

04/13/2026

Axes, drinks, and the people building Omaha.

Pilot, Apex Advantage, and Cuentas Claras are hosting a mixer for small business owners. Join us for axe throwing, food, and conversations that aren't another networking panel.

Check in before 6:15 p.m. and you're entered to win a $50 Starbucks or Amazon gift card.

📅 April 21 | 6:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 Flying Timber Axe Throwing, Omaha
Spots are limited. Register here: https://bit.ly/47GPMxo

Join local small business owners for a high-energy night great conversations, axe-throwing, drinks, and catered bites. Expect good vibes, friendly competition,…

04/10/2026

You've spent months working for everyone else's numbers. Time to celebrate you!

Pilot is hosting a celebration lunch for CPAs in Lincoln. Join us for good food, sharp conversation about growth, efficiency, and what AI adoption actually looks like inside a firm.

📅 April 22 | 12:00–1:30 p.m.
📍 JTK Cuisine & Cocktails, Lincoln
Spots are limited. Reserve your seat here: https://bit.ly/4tqvb8M

Tax season is officially behind you. Come up for air and a great meal. Pilot is hosting an intimate, invite-only lunch for a select group of CPAs. No agenda,…

04/08/2026

Tax day is almost here. How are you planning to celebrate?

Pilot is hosting a celebration luncheon for CPAs in Omaha. Join us for exceptional steaks and honest conversation about what's next for your practice. Growth, efficiency, how firms are actually adapting AI.

📅 April 21 | 12:00–1:30 p.m.
📍 J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood, Omaha
Spots are limited. Reserve your seat here: https://bit.ly/4sXbPZb

04/07/2026

Most founders don't know if they're paying themselves too much. Or too little.
That's not a personal failing. The data barely exists.
Pilot's Founder Salary Survey takes 30 seconds. Responses are confidential. We publish the full benchmark report in late May — and everyone who takes it gets it.

Take the survey: https://pilotmarketing.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/sv_1f7wk8l6rv28qya?utm_medium=organic%20social%20&utm_source=linkedin&utm_campaign=ic_tech_beready

03/24/2026

What should a founder actually pay themselves at your stage?
It depends on your funding, growth, and market, which makes it hard to find a clear answer. Most founders end up relying on guesswork or scattered advice.

Pilot is running a short, 3-minute survey to build a real benchmark across startup stages, industries, and funding levels.

Add your input to help bring transparency to founder compensation, and get the full report to see how you compare and make more informed decisions.