Small Business Majority

Meet the new Venturize—your fully bilingual, on-demand resource hub packed with tools and education on everything from securing financing to setting up retirement plans and accessing health insurance. Our interactive tools will help connect you with local support organizations and mission-driven lenders.

Small Business Majority and the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) have announced a new strategic alliance to support under-resourced small businesses. Through this partnership, we will collaborate on outreach events, resource development and State Small Business Credit Initiative research to uplift minority business enterprises across the nation. 

Evera Ivy never planned to take over the family business. In the early 1970s, her parents moved the family from Chicago to rural Pembroke Township, Ill. to start Ivy League Farms. However, another farmer in the area once told her that “Land is the one thing that cannot be produced or reproduced.” That wisdom stuck with her and opened her eyes to the value of her family’s land and business. 

Small Business Majority recently launched its new Alliance for a Resilient Small Business Economy to convene a diverse group of partner organizations in pursuit of a common goal: To break down systemic barriers that currently block equitable access to business capital and assistance. 

Our new poll reveals that small businesses believe the federal government should take steps to address the cost of care and they strongly support several legislative solutions. Additionally, the poll found that a lack of affordable and accessible childcare is a barrier to small business formation (58%) and growth (59%) for many entrepreneurs.

What we do

Education & resources

We provide a suite of educational programs and resources to small business owners, their employees and self-employed entrepreneurs to empower them to start and grow their enterprises and maximize their economic prosperity.

Policy & advocacy

We develop and support policies at the state and federal level that benefit the entire small business ecosystem—ranging from access to responsible capital, healthcare and other essential benefits, and promoting fair competition.

Research & Insights

Small Business Majority uses extensive scientific opinion and economic research to provide small business owners, advocates, policymakers and others with the information and tools they need to navigate complex small business issues.

Get Involved & Learn

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Webinar | CO;MT;ND;SD;UT;WY

Government contracts are a fantastic opportunity to grow one’s small business. However, there are many different cybersecurity requirements that the Department of Defense obligates contracts to meet. Join this webinar to learn about Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) from experts...

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Workshop | National

During the webinar, you will have the opportunity to witness a live demonstration of the interactive map and gain valuable insights into how this tool can be utilized by policymakers, economic developers, and community organizers led by two of the project's lead researchers, Miles Chandler and...

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Workshop | NY

Are you a New York small business owner ready to tackle the challenges of hiring? Join Small Business Majority and Start Small, Think Big for an insightful webinar where experts from MetLife and Debevoise & Plimpton LLP will break down essential employment laws to protect your business....

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Webinar | NM

Do you know what a family friendly workplace is and how to cultivate one? A family friendly workplace is a work environment that supports employees to be present for both their work responsibilities and family needs. These workplaces implement policies, benefits, and a culture that prioritize...

Thursday, October 17, 2024
Webinar | National

While you might still be considering how your small business can take advantage of Secure 2.0, lawmakers are already thinking through new ways to further increase access to retirement savings and coverage. Does this mean a Secure 3.0 is on the horizon? Find out during this discussion where we’ll...

Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Webinar | CO

As a small business owner, it's important to feel like you have the information you need to make informed decisions both in your business and at the ballot box. This year, there will be a number of measures on your ballot come November, but don't fear! Small Business Majority is here to help you...

Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Workshop | IL

Thursday, October 24, 2024
Workshop | NY

Solutions to childcare challenges faced by both employers and employees are multi-faceted. The Business Navigator Toolkit is intended to reduce the overwhelm employers may experience as they seek to solve this critical workforce and economic problem. By providing a clear outline of options,...

Thursday, October 24, 2024
Summit | GA

Celebrate Women's Small Business Month with Small Business Majority and the Women's Entrepreneurial Opportunity Project, Inc. (WEOP) at our 2024 Annual Economic Equity Business Forum, themed Driving Progress: Connecting, Collaborating & Leading, as we bring together women of entrepreneurs to...

Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Webinar | National

Rural small businesses face unique barriers in their efforts to start and grow - from a lack of access and awareness to capital and resources to struggles maintaining a qualified workforce. To bridge this divide and connect rural small businesses to federal resources and funding opportunities,...

Thursday, October 31, 2024
Webinar | National

In celebration of National Women's Small Business Month, join Small Business Majority for an empowering one-hour webinar designed to help women entrepreneurs unlock access to capital and prepare for financial success.


Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Webinar | National

Through their suite of lending and technical assistance programs, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has helped millions of small businesses access the capital and resources needed to thrive and grow. As the SBA continues to make critical improvements and updates to their programs to...

Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Workshop | NY

Solutions to childcare challenges faced by both employers and employees are multi-faceted. The Business Navigator Toolkit is intended to reduce the overwhelm employers may experience as they seek to solve this critical workforce and economic problem. By providing a clear outline of options,...

Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Webinar | National

Please join Small Business Majority and the SBA to wrap up our Investing in America webinar series and recap how small businesses can access federal resources and funding opportunities through the SBA’s Small Business Resource Hub. As federal resources and opportunities continue to be made...

Resources

Venturize is our free online resource hub for small business owners who need help accessing tools and resources to grow their businesses. We also help small businesses get connected to trusted local providers that can help their enterprises grow.

Action Center

Currently the federal Truth in Lending Act (TILA) requires that consumer creditors disclose critical financing information, including annual percentage rate (APR), in a clear and comparable format.

La pandemia de COVID-19 ha dejado a las pequeñas empresas y empresarios de Estados Unidos al borde del colapso. Únase a la lista de propietarios y defensores de pequeñas empresas de todo el país quienes han firmado esta carta para urgir a nuestros miembros del Congreso a que apoyen las pequeñas empresas durante y después de la pandemia de COVID-19.

Spotlight

News

Recent Developments

Featured
Small Business Majority announces new strategic partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration Great Lakes Regional Office

On September 24, Small Business Majority and the U.S. Small Business Administration Great Lakes Regional Office signed a strategic alliance memorandum to collaborate in meeting the needs of the small business community across the Great Lakes region. Together, we will work to provide resources, technical assistance, and events that help more entrepreneurs and diverse founders access capital. This mission-driven alliance aims to empower local small business owners and drive economic development in the region.

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New poll: Small businesses support government programs that target diverse demographics

On October 8, Small Business Majority released a new poll that explores small businesses’ experiences with targeted grant, loan and resource programs intended for diverse entrepreneurs. After the Supreme Court overturned affirmative action at colleges and universities, lawsuits against programs supporting BIPOC entrepreneurs have persisted. The poll reveals that a number of eligible small businesses have benefited from these programs and that the vast majority believe they should continue.

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Small Business Majority network members participate in the White House’s Southeast Regional Small Business Summit

On September 10, Small Business Majority network members and advocates participated in the White House’s Southeast Regional Business Briefing. The business owners heard from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Deputy Administrator Dilawar Syed, alongside other SBA officials, to learn more about the state of small business and available SBA resources. The entrepreneurs also visited Capitol Hill where they spoke with policymakers to advocate for small business policies.

New poll: Small businesses support bottom-up tax reforms

On August 28, Small Business Majority released a new poll, which reveals that 82% of small business owners believe the federal tax system favors large corporations over small businesses. The poll also reveals that small businesses support reforms that would level the playing with corporations and wealthy individuals.

 

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New research report: Small businesses are undergoing a digital transformation

On August 22, Small Business Majority released a new multifaceted study that examines how small businesses adopted new digital technologies during and after the pandemic. While many small businesses have adopted new tools to support their growth, the report also reveals that challenges remain, especially for businesses with less revenue.

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Small Business Majority announces new strategic alliance with the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)

On July 15, Small Business Majority and the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) announced a new strategic alliance to support under-resourced small businesses. Through this partnership, we will collaborate on outreach events, resource development and State Small Business Credit Initiative research to uplift minority business enterprises across the nation. 
 

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CEO joins virtual briefing on the Supreme Court’s decision overturning judicial doctrine of Chevron deference

On July 11, CEO John Arensmeyer joined U.S.Representative Jerry Nadler (NY-12) and the Coalition for Sensible Safeguards for a virtual briefing on the Supreme Court’s recent decision overturning the longstanding judicial doctrine of Chevron deference and the potential impact of those cases on small businesses. During the briefing, experts discussed the critically important Stop Corporate Capture Act and how it would improve our regulatory system, including by codifying Chevron deference. 

Small Business Majority and Main Street Alliance send a letter to the House and Senate Appropriations Committees

On June 11, Small Business Majority, Main Street Alliance and 20 small business advocacy and service-oriented organizations sent a letter to the House and Senate Appropriations Committees explaining why we oppose proposed budget cuts in the House’s FY2025 Financial Services and General Government funding bill. The legislation would significantly reduce funding for the Small Business Administration, Department of the Treasury and Federal Trade Commission, all of which play a critical role in ensuring small businesses have access to the resources and capital needed to grow and thrive.

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New poll: Small businesses share views on community safety

On June 5, Small Business Majority released a new poll of brick-and-mortar small businesses that provides insights into their views on public safety in their communities. The survey reveals that these small business owners are more concerned about economic issues that impact their businesses than crime in their communities.

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Small Business Majority network members participate in the White House’s Midwest Regional Small Business Summit

On May 31, Small Business Majority network members, alongside other small business owners and advocates, attended the White House’s inaugural Midwest Regional Small Business Summit. The entrepreneurs met with U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman and other Biden-Harris administration officials to discuss how to help Main Street thrive.