Did you know that there are 31 million small businesses in the United States, representing approximately 99% of all businesses in the country? In Nevada County, small businesses make up the largest tax revenue base.
People have come from all over the world and started out as small business owners hoping to live the American dream. Many came to Nevada County during the gold rush hoping to get rich, but it was the companies that were formed to support the miners and mining companies that animated Nevada County.
In 1953, the Federal Government created the Small Business Administration to assist and advise small business owners so they could prosper and become sustainable businesses in the future. In 1963, following a proclamation by President John F. Kennedy, the first National Small Business Week (NSBW) was celebrated to honor each state’s leading business owners.
Small Business Week not only provides a platform to showcase small businesses and entrepreneurs who dare to dream and create, but it is also a time when we, as consumers, can consciously choose to patronize local establishments. Whether enjoying a cup of artisanal coffee, exploring handmade crafts, attending a local performance or event, or savoring delicious menu items at a local restaurant, every purchase becomes a vote of confidence in the owners’ dreams. small companies.
As we honor the past, embrace the present and imagine the future, let us continue to champion the dreams of small business owners whose hard work and dedication are largely responsible for strengthening the fabric of our county.
Be part of the celebration! During this week use your social media platform to share your favorite small business. From candid testimonials to vibrant storefront snapshots, the digital sphere can become another way to spread appreciation and encourage our residents to shop local.
On April 30 and May 1, the Small Business Administration and SCORE will co-host the National Small Business Week Virtual Summit. Please see your website to find out how to register.