The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced Visa as the Platinum Cosponsor for National Small Business Week 2026, highlighting Visa's ongoing commitment to small business support. Visa will lead the National Awards Ceremony in Washington, D.C. on May 3 and participate in events throughout the week, including a Virtual Summit and a nationwide tour. This partnership underscores the importance of small businesses as key economic drivers and aligns with new pro-growth policies aimed at boosting entrepreneurship and local economies. Details and updates on the events are available on the SBA website.
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