What We Do
Democrats know that small businesses are the engines that drive our economy. From family-owned restaurants to high-tech startups, entrepreneurs and small business owners are crucial elements of our communities and our economy.
Historically, small businesses have generated two-thirds of all new American jobs, and they represent an enormous boon to our economy. That’s why Democrats have fought to remove barriers that stand in the way of small businesses and provide targeted support to promote entrepreneurship – helping more small businesses to get off the ground, expand, and hire new workers.
The DNC Small Business Council was formed at the beginning of 2012 with the mission of promoting the accomplishments of the President and the Democratic Party within the broader small business community.
Social Disciplines
Upcoming Events
For a full list of all DNC events, visit www.events.democrats.org
Day 1: Diversity in Small Business
The DNC’s Small Business Council invites you to our session at the Democratic National Convention. Hear from Small Business Owners, Senators, Governors, Tribal Leaders, and Strategists.
Date: Monday, August 19, 2024
Location: McCormick Center, Room 179
Time: 11:45AM – 1:30PM Eastern Time
Event Access: Open to all
Press: Contact us here
Day 2: Innovation in Small Business
The DNC’s Small Business Council invites you to our session at the Democratic National Convention. Hear from Small Business Owners, Senators, Governors, Tribal Leaders, and Strategists.
Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Location: McCormick Center, Room 179
Time: 11:45AM – 1:30PM Eastern Time
Event Access: Open to all
Press: Contact us here
DNC Briefing with the Biden-Harris Campaign for Small Business Stakeholders
We would like to invite you to join Quentin Fulks and the Democratic National Committee for a briefing on September 18th at 7pm ET to hear more about the Biden-Harris re-election campaign and how they plan to engage with the Small Business community in the lead-up to 2024.
Date: September 18, 2023
Time: 7:00PM Eastern Time
RSVP Link: Please register here
Press: This call is off the record and not open to press
Our Mission
What We Do
01
Strategize
We strive to organize Small Business Caucuses in every state, and we will work with you to create a caucus within your state party.
02
Advocate
We organize events nationwide and work with Small Business leaders to advocate for policies favorable to small business owners and their employees.
03
Promote
We promote the accomplishments of the Democratic Party and its elected leaders within the context of supporting small businesses.
Impact
Proven track of successfully advocating for small business policy changes for over 12 years
50
States
12
Years of Advocacy
What We DO
Set up a Small Business Caucus in your state party
✓ We have the experience and the resources you need
✓ We can work with you and your party chair from A to Z
Endorsements
Voices of Change
“Was a Godsend”
“I’m thankful to Biden-Harris and their SBA prioritization of minority and disadvantaged businesses. Its Restaurant Revitalization Fund was a Godsend, and the grant program helped me remain in business.”
Michael Butler, MO State Party Chair and Business Owner
“Investing in underserved rural Americans”
“SBA’s partnership with USDA will build upon the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to investing in underserved rural Americans and providing the needed resources to help them start and grow their businesses.”
Isabel Casillas Guzman, SBA Administrator
“Heartbeat of Chicago”
“It’s incredible that the DNC is promoting small and local businesses because they are the heartbeat of Chicago.”
Cecilia Cuff, Co-Owner of Bille Winery
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