Since 1963, each year the President of the United States has proclaimed National Small Business Week to recognize the contributions of small businesses to the economic well-being of America. This year, National Small Business Week is May 16-20.
The U.S. Small Business Administration estimates that there are 27.2 million small businesses in America. Small businesses are the backbone to the strength of the American economy. More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business. Small businesses also create 60-80 percent of new jobs in the country. Small businesses drive innovation, create 21st century jobs and increase U.S. competitiveness.
As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration annually recognizes the significant impact made by outstanding entrepreneurs and small business owners. This year, the nation’s top entrepreneurs will be honored at the U.S. Small Business Administration’s National Small Business Week events May 18-20 in Washington, D.C. Under the theme, “Empowering Entrepreneurs,” a series of events and educational forums will mark the 58th anniversary of the agency and the 48th annual proclamation of National Small Business Week.
More than 100 outstanding small business owners from across the country will receive awards. The reciipients will meet with top administration officials, congressional representatives and national business leaders. The highlight of the celebration will be the announcement of the National Small Business Person of the Year.
The State Small Business award winners and recipients of the Champion and other Entrepreneurial awards are nominated by local trade associations, chambers of commerce and business organizations and government agencies.
For more information, visit www.nationalsmallbusinessweek.com.
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