National Small Business Week to Kick-off September 22-24

This week, Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, announced the kick-off for National Small Business Week. The virtual event, rescheduled from May due to the coronavirus pandemic, will be held September 22-24. National Small Business Week honors the nation’s small businesses, many of which are veteran, women and minority-owned, for their achievements and dedication to their communities.

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 toward a stronger economy. The event will recognize the national award winners, including the naming of this year’s National Small Business Person of the Year.

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The SBIR road tour is going virtual! Entrepreneurs working on advanced tech can connect with America’s largest source of early stage funding.

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• Southeast: 9/14 – 9/18
• Midwest: 10/19 – 10/23
• South: 11/2 – 11/6

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September is National Preparedness Month National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to promote family, community and business disaster planning now and throughout the year. This year’s theme is “Disasters Don’t Wait. Make Your Plan Today.” As our nation continues to respond to COVID-19, hurricanes and wildfires, there is no better time to be involved this September. Learn more

The SBA is hiring temporary employees to assist with disaster relief efforts during these unprecedented times. The positions include:

• Call Center Customer Service Representative
• Document Preparation/Legal Review/Loan Closings
• Loan Processing/Credit Analysis/Mortgage Underwriting
• Program Support

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Federal Coronavirus Resources State, local, and federal agencies are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Check out coronavirus.gov for updates from the White House’s Coronavirus (COVID-19) Task Force. Go to cdc.gov for detailed information about COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Learn more about the federal government’s response

Virtual Mentoring and Training Offices around the country may be closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic, but SCORE, Small Business Development Centers, Women’s Business Centers, Veterans Business Outreach Centers and other resource partners are providing free business mentoring and training by phone, email, and video. Find an SBA resource partner near you