Small Business
Small businesses employ nearly half the entire American workforce and represent 43.5% of America’s GDP. As we have for over a century, the U.S. Chamber serves and supports more than 5 million small businesses through membership, our nationwide federation of state and local chambers, and digital platforms—giving small businesses representation, resources, and a powerful voice at national scale.
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Featured
Small Business Index Q1 2026
Small businesses express more concern over the economy amid uncertainty.
How to Get Your Small Business Recognized On the CO—100 List
Apply now for the U.S. Chamber's annual list of the top 100 small businesses in America. Honorees receive national recognition and exclusive opportunities.
Navigating the New Tax Law: What Small Businesses Need to Know
Feature story
A practical guide to maximizing savings for your small business under the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.”
Advocating for Small Business
Small Business Spotlight
Competitive, pro-growth tax policy is essential to grow the economy, raise wages for workers, and improve the standard of living for all Americans.
U.S. Chamber Foundation Programs
U.S. Chamber members range from small businesses and chambers of commerce across the country to startups in fast-growing sectors, leading industry associations, and global corporations.
Discover the ROI Chamber membership can deliver for you.
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.
Events
- Workforce2026 Military Spouse Employment SummitThursday, May 2110:00 AM EDT - 02:30 PM EDTHybridLearn More
- TechnologyAI + Work (Talent Forward 2026)Wednesday, May 2708:15 AM EDT - 05:30 PM EDTU.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
- Chambers of Commerce2026 Midwest InstituteSunday, May 31 - Thursday, June 0410:00 AM EDT - 11:30 AM EDTHybridLearn More
Latest Content
- With crime on the rise in Missouri and nationwide, the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and the broader business community are working to challenge this critical issue.Rep. Malliotakis discussed the impact organized retail crime is having on New York and nationwide, as well as the efforts and new legislation in place to stop it.Finance expert and small business owner Stephanie Sims says now is the time to take a deep look into your small business’ finances and prepare for economic uncertainty.What you need to know about small business in America including the latest data on job creation, business starts, and more.The last time the Small Business Administration (SBA) was formally reauthorized by Congress was over two decades ago and the vast majority of small businesses support reauthorization. The 118th Congress can get it done.Small business owners’ concern over finding capital to run their businesses has grown in the last five years according to the Q1 2023 MetLife and US Chamber Small Business Index.1 in 5 small businesses believe the U.S. economy is in good healthThe U.S. Chamber’s Suzanne Clark and Christoff & Co’s Niki Christoff outline how new regulatory threats could impact America’s startups and innovation economy.LUX Catering & Events has developed a recycling program to cut down on waste, uses sustainable rental and linen options, and sources menu ingredients locally.The Buffalo fast-casual restaurant serves up innovative hot dogs, friendly customer service, and commitment to serving their community.
