Supporting Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs
I am a two time and current small business owner. I understand the importance of small businesses to the community and the time and energy it takes to start, own, and run a small business. I believe small businesses are the pillars of communities.
- I want to support small businesses and entrepreneurs by…
Expanding access to resources to open small businesses
Creating internships and apprenticeship opportunities to gain the skills needed to operate and own a small business
Create federal match programs to help fund startups
Work with community colleges, high schools, and trade schools to create curriculum based around operating and administering a small business
Create business plan competitions working with local businesses and the government to encourage new ideas and entrepreneurship
Find solutions to make small businesses better equipped to compete with large corporate chains