09-05-2025
National Small Business Week highlights economic impact of smaller organizations
WEST VIRGINIA (WVNS) – This week is recognized National Small Business Week and local organizations are taking time to recognize entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout their businesses play a major role in our national economy, with nearly 35 million small businesses making up for 99.9% of all businesses throughout the country, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Advocacy.
Well known for their hospitality, West Virginians have typically been quick to offer up support for mom-and-pop shops, local startups, and other smaller organizations that power the community, as well as the country.'Small businesses are the backbone of not just Greenbrier County, West Virginia, but also the nation,' said Greater Greenbrier Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Erin Hurst of the impact of small business.
Fayette County Chamber of Commerce Executive Assistant, Tim Naylor was likewise adamant that small businesses fill one of the most vital economic roles in the nation. 'Small businesses are the ones who are your friends; your neighbors; your family,' Naylor told 59News. 'I think it's really important that we push small businesses and do what we can to help them out.'
National Small Business week will be observed through Saturday, May 10, offering recognition to some of the hardest working employees and employers across the nation.
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