Small Business
There are more than 30 million small businesses in the U.S., employing nearly half of the entire American workforce. Through their resilience, drive, and creativity, these small businesses fuel the American economy. They build careers, power innovations, and serve communities across the country.
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- Shopping Small Benefits More Than Just Local BusinessesAll signs point to high consumer demand this holiday season and this year is more important than ever to shop small. But shoppers should spend their dollars with kindness and understanding as small businesses face unique challenges in the wake of the pandemic.Learn More
- The State of Small Business NowWhat you need to know about small business in America, including the latest data on hiring trends, vaccine mandates, and more.Learn More
- 4 Visa Programs That Can Help Employers Solve Their Workforce NeedsAmerican businesses are in the midst of the biggest labor crisis ever, with more open positions than there are available and willing workers to fill them. Legal nonimmigrant workers can help businesses meet their workforce needs. Here are four nonimmigrants visa programs to know about.Learn More
The High Cost of the Reconciliation Bill for Small Businesses
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Some provisions being discussed for inclusion in the reconciliation bill could increase costs, punish entrepreneurs, and create unnecessary fines that small businesses cannot afford.
Our Work
The Chamber’s Small Business Council supports and fights for policies that keep Main Street businesses thriving and workforce vibrant. This includes advocating for a tax and regulatory environment that helps—not hurts—small business owners to create jobs and serve our communities and economy.
4 Ways to Map Out Your Business’s Financial Future
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Experts share ways for entrepreneurs to plan for their financial future, especially in the post-pandemic world, including better understanding revenue drivers and knowing the power of investments.
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Upcoming Events
- InternationalThird Annual Transatlantic Business Works SummitWednesday, December 08 - Thursday, December 0909:00 AM EST - 01:00 PM ESTLearn more
- InternationalSpotlight on Central America: The Call to Action and Partnership for Central AmericaMonday, December 1301:45 PM EST - 03:45 PM ESTLearn more
- Diversity, Equity, and InclusionEquality of Opportunity In Action: Improving Access to Capital for Minority-Owned BusinessesWednesday, December 1512:00 PM EST - 01:00 PM ESTLearn more
Latest Content
Dec 02, 2021The Path Forward: Experts See No Going Back to Square One as Omicron Variant Emerges In this week’s Path Forward event, U.S. Chamber President and CEO Suzanne Clark discussed the emergence of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 and its potential impact on the country and American business with special guest experts.
Nov 22, 2021Shopping Small Benefits More Than Just Local Businesses All signs point to high consumer demand this holiday season and this year it is more important than ever to shop small. But shoppers should spend their dollars with kindness and understanding as small businesses face unique challenges in the wake of the pandemic.
Nov 17, 2021The High Cost of the Reconciliation Bill for Small Businesses Some provisions being discussed for inclusion in the reconciliation bill could increase costs, punish entrepreneurs, and create unnecessary fines that small businesses cannot afford.
Nov 11, 2021How One Pharmacy Owner is Tackling Vaccine Hesitancy and a Changing Neighborhood HOPE Pharmacy in Richmond is part of a partnership focused on improving the health of local residents.
Oct 29, 2021How Embark Trucks is Driving Innovation Embark Trucks, based in California, is using automated vehicle technology to make the roads safer, operations more efficient and sustainable, and supply chains more resilient. Find out how.
Oct 29, 2021How Small Business Owners Feel Right Now About Finding Workers, Vaccine Requirements Small business owners are finding it more challenging than earlier in 2021 to find workers to fill open positions.- Oct 28, 2021Small Businesses Trying to Hire Face Growing Difficulty Finding Workers Those with higher percentages of vaccinated employees have more optimistic outlook
- Oct 28, 2021MetLife & U.S. Chamber Special Report on the State of the Workforce (Oct. 2021) More small businesses report difficulty finding the right workers, most support vaccine requirements and see long road to return to normal
Oct 24, 2021One Chart That Shows the Job Situation in Every State According to the latest state employment data, only two states have grown employment since the pandemic started.
Oct 21, 2021The Urban Grape is Changing the Wine Industry The 2021 Small Business of the Year's innovative business strategy, rapid growth, and commitment to community development stood out among this year's nominees.