In a bold move to strengthen the entrepreneurial landscape, the 2024 Small Business Survey has been launched with support from the JPMorgan Chase and Pinellas Community Foundation's Diverse Ventures program. This initiative seeks to gather essential insights from local business owners, paving the way for more effective support and growth opportunities in Tampa Bay.
Your Voice, Our Future: Take the Survey TodayAll small business owners in Tampa Bay are invited to share their experiences by participating in this five-minute survey. The survey is designed to identify the strengths and gaps within the current entrepreneurial support systems, providing a roadmap for future investments in programs and resources. By contributing to this effort, participants will gain access to valuable data on local business challenges, needs, and trends. Selected respondents may also be invited to join a focus group for deeper discussions on the region's business landscape.
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The survey will remain open through October 1, 2024. The results will be presented on October 30, 2024, at a special convening of entrepreneurs, support organizations, investors, and business leaders. This event will focus on developing actionable recommendations to strengthen and diversify the regional business support ecosystem, with a particular emphasis on underrepresented entrepreneurs, including women, Black, and Hispanic business owners.
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