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.
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.
Read moreOn 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.
Read the reportOn 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.
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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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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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.
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.
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.
Read the letterOn 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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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.
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