AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSupplier Growth & Matchmaking: The SBA and GM will host a 2026 Supplier Matchmaking Expo in Detroit on June 5, pairing small manufacturers with major buyers like Boeing, NASA, DTE Energy, and the Defense Logistics Agency. Local Grants for Micro-Businesses: Prince George County opened applications for its 2026 EDA Micro-Business Grant Program (June 1–July 31), with a pitch and training required. SMB Resilience in the Real World: Malibu Village Books owner Michelle Pierce won ADP’s 2026 Grit & Wisdom Award after keeping her store open through wildfires, an earthquake, a mudslide, and road closures. Downtown Pressure on Small Retail: Mezza9 Cafe in Rochester, MN announced it will close June 30, citing rising costs, high rent, and weak foot traffic. Workforce & Compliance: A Vermont health policy update advanced reference-based pricing and a new data privacy law affecting small businesses and individuals (effective 2028). AI Training for SMBs: San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce is offering free Meta Blueprint AI basics training for local small businesses on June 4.
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