Our team is thrilled to invite you to join us as we honor the incredible contributions of our small business community during Salute to Small Business Week, taking place May 4–10, in conjunction with National Small Business Week.
We know the phrase “small businesses are the backbone of our community” gets tossed around a lot—and yes, it’s cliché. But like most well-worn expressions, it sticks around because it’s true. Just last week, I stopped into a local hardware store looking for a simple part and left with expert advice, a laugh, and a reminder of how personal and powerful small business really is. These aren’t just places we shop—they’re places where relationships are built, where trust is earned, and where our community spirit lives and breathes.
This week is all about recognizing the drive, resilience, and innovation that make our local small businesses that support Abilene’s economy. We’re proud to partner with Star Auto Group, First Financial Bank, and America’s Small Business Development Center at Texas Tech University to bring you a full lineup of events designed to celebrate, educate, and connect. Please review the events listed below, or by visiting our Small Business Week program page here.