2022 National Small Business Week Awards
For over 50 years, National Small Business Week (NSBW) has recognized the outstanding achievements of America’s small businesses for their contributions to their local communities, and to our nation’s economy. Now more than ever, America’s small businesses
are leading the way, building back better and helping refuel our economy.
The SBA is currently accepting nominations for its 2022 National Small Business Week Awards, including the Small Business Person of the Year. All nominations must be submitted electronically no later than 3:00 p.m. on January 11, 2022. Winners will be announced
during National Small Business Week in May 2022.
Nomination guidelines and forms for District Office Awards can be found at
www.sba.gov/nh. Nomination guidelines and forms for National Awards can be found at
www.sba.gov/nsbw. Complete and submit the required nomination package information electronically to the NH SBA district
office BOX account.
To obtain more information please contact Cheryl Croto-
Cheryl.croto@sba.gov or call 603-892-8901
Small businesses are the engine of our national economy. Today, there are over
5 million small businesses in the United States.
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97% of shoppers recognized the positive impact they can make by shopping small.
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85% of U.S. consumers reported they also encouraged friends and family to Shop Small as well.
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75% of U.S. consumers will Shop Small because they want to support their favorite local shops and restaurants during this challenging time.
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88% of U.S. consumers feel a personal commitment to support small businesses in the wake of the pandemic.
Please
join SBA and organizations across the country in supporting your local small businesses by shopping at a small business.
Remember to shop and dine small – today, tomorrow and always.
Don’t slip up: Take these precautions to keep your business, employees, and customers safe during winter storms.
With the holiday shopping season in full swing, winter can mean big sales for small businesses across America. However, winter can also bring unpredictable weather, which means small businesses should prepare and have a plan in place in case winter storms strike.
Winter storms may range from moderate snow fall to a blizzard lasting for days. Common characteristics of winter storms include frigid temperatures, strong winds, ice, sleet, and freezing rain. Here
are some steps you can take to protect your business, your employees, and your customers in the event of a winter storm.
Read the entire blog
here for more tips to protect you and your small business.
Join us every Wednesday at 9am for SBA updates on
Office Hours with SBA –Hosted by Rachael Roderick, Deputy District Director
On the first Thursday of every month at 9am, join in for
Monthly Workshop on SBA Programs & Resources at SOS Tickets
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