Governor Gretchen Whitmer acknowledged the contributions of entrepreneurs across the state with the proclamation of Small Business Week, April 30 – May 6. This week is a time to celebrate the small business owners who serve as a vital anchor of Michigan’s vibrant communities, fostering economic growth and opportunities for families and workers. The governor also reiterated the state’s commitment to providing a strong network of resources to support small businesses through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s (MEDC) Small Business Services and Solutions team.
Great Lakes Women’s Business Council’s Women’s Business Center is honored to be recognized for graduating in the inaugural cohort with the National Women’s Business Center of Excellence program offered by the Association of Women’s Business Centers (AWBC) for 2026.
