Georgia’s small businesses will take center stage September 21-25 as the state recognizes Small Business Opportunity Week, a week of programming designed to connect entrepreneurs and growing companies with corporate leaders, decision-makers and new business opportunities.
Governor Brian Kemp has officially proclaimed September 21-25, 2026, as Small Business Opportunity Week in Georgia, with local counties also joining the recognition. The Governor’s proclamation highlights the significant role small businesses play in Georgia’s economy, with more than 1.2 million small businesses employing more than 1.7 million Georgians across industries and communities throughout the state.
For the Georgia Business Council (GBC), the week is about turning that economic impact into additional opportunity.
GBC has led the annual opportunity week initiative since 2020, when it was introduced in partnership with the State of Georgia and cities and counties across the region. From the beginning, the focus has been on bringing businesses and decision-makers together to create connections that can lead to contracts, partnerships and growth. Six years later, that mission remains important.
Throughout the week, GBC will bring together small businesses, corporations, government partners and business leaders through programming focused on relationships, readiness and opportunity.
Planned activities include Corporate Roundtables, providing businesses with direct engagement with corporate representatives and procurement leaders; the Executive Breakfast Series, bringing business owners into conversations with senior executives; the State of the Supply Chain, examining trends and opportunities affecting Georgia companies; and the annual Spirit of Alliance Awards, recognizing businesses, corporations and leaders making an impact across Georgia’s business community.
The format builds on GBC’s longstanding approach to supplier development. During previous opportunity weeks, participating companies have had direct access to corporate buyers and key decision-makers, along with information about procurement processes and upcoming contracting needs.
For a small business, one new relationship can lead to an introduction, a subcontracting opportunity, a corporate contract or an entirely new market. For larger companies, engaging qualified small suppliers can expand competition, introduce new ideas and strengthen their supply chains.
The Governor’s proclamation specifically recognizes GBC’s work to help companies build capacity, strengthen supply chain readiness, expand connections and access opportunities throughout Georgia.
Small Business Opportunity Week celebrates what Georgia’s entrepreneurs have already accomplished, but its greater value is in what comes next.
From September 21-25, the focus will be on creating the relationships, information and opportunities that help more Georgia businesses move from ready to opportunity, and from opportunity to growth.
For businesses and organizations interested in getting involved in Small Business Opportunity Week, please visit our website at www.georgiacouncil.org to learn more about upcoming activities and opportunities to participate, partner and help amplify the celebration statewide.
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