National Small Business Week

Since 1963, National Small Business Week has celebrated small business for helping to grow the economy, create jobs, and foster innovation.

As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others from all 50 states and U.S. territories. Every day, they’re working to grow small businesses, create 21st century jobs, drive innovation, and increase America’s global competitiveness. The Small Business Administration designates small businesses as those employing less than 500.

The County of Lake and the Cities of Clearlake and Lakeport issued Proclamation this week, designating May 1 - 7, 2022 as National Small Business Week. Recognizing local Small Businesses as the backbone of the Lake County economy and building a better America through Entrepreneurship.