It's National Small Business Week!

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As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration and its cosponsors will host all-virtual events tomorrow through Thursday, September 22-24, 2020. Check below for the week's conference schedule.

This year’s National Small Business Week activities will include numerous educational panels providing retooling and innovative practices for entrepreneurs as our nation’s small businesses look to pivot and recover, contributing to a stronger economy. The event will recognize the national award winners, including the naming of the National Small Business Person of the Year.

The National Small Business Week event schedule includes three days recognizing America’s outstanding entrepreneurs, shining a spotlight on the nation’s 30 million small businesses across the country.

Tuesday, September 22, 12PM CST: “Pride in America’s Small Businesses”
Day’s events include: National Small Business Week welcome with keynote address by Administrator Jovita Carranza and National Small Business Week Awards presentations.

Wednesday, September 23, 8AM CST: “Preparing for a Stronger Tomorrow: Recovery, Adaptation, and Innovation”
Day’s events include a panel discussion series: "America’s Strength, Learning to Pivot and Innovate" with mid-day sessions: "SBA’s Veteran Resources" and "Veteran Success Story Videos."

Thursday, September 24, 8AM CST: “Preparing for a Stronger Tomorrow: Recovery, Adaptation, and Innovation”
Day’s events include a panel discussion series: "America’s Strength, Learning to Pivot and Innovate" with mid-day sessions: "The Business Landscape of Today" and "Federal and Local Resources to Empower Small Businesses."