National Small Business Week: Must-read stories of 2024

Happy National Small Business Week 2024!

From April 28 to May 4, we celebrated and recognized small businesses and their impact on their communities. Small businesses are the engines of local economies, the driving force of job creation, and a force for stability and prosperity for so many.

As we strive to be the most trusted resource for CEOs and owners of small and midsize businesses, we understand what it takes for you to make the decisions that affect your employees, your families and your communities. We hope this curated list of our top resources will provide insights and inspiration to help you continue to make better decisions and achieve greater outcomes.

Member stories to inspire

How 3 award-winning CEOs led their small businesses to big wins
Meet Austin Tsosie, Eric Williams and Brian Goldman, three astonishing Vistage members named winners of the 2024 National Small Business Week Award from the U.S. Small Business Administration. Learn how these small business leaders make a big impact locally, nationally and globally.

Small & Midsize Businesses Make a Great Big Impact [Vistage Perspectives magazine]
Small and midsize businesses are the job creators, problem-solvers, innovators and engines of the economy. We’re featuring 3 high-integrity Vistage leaders who have made a big impact.

Why we need to champion small and midsize businesses 
As we observe National Small Business Week, Vistage CEO Sam Reese takes a moment to acknowledge the profound impact small and midsize businesses have on our lives and shares 5 reasons why it’s important to rally behind them now.

Research & Insights 

Celebrating the contributions of small businesses [WSJ/Vistage April 2024]
This month, in honor of National Small Business Week, the WSJ/Vistage Small Business CEO Confidence Index recognizes how small businesses also significantly impact their communities through philanthropic efforts alongside their impact on the economy.

10 critical factors to evaluate before selling your small business
Thinking about selling your small business? Not sure where to start? Check out these 10 important factors you need to consider before planning out your exit strategy.

Small business strategic planning: 10 tips to transform your company
Vistage member and strategy expert Marc Emmer shares the 10 steps small businesses should take to build a successful strategic planning process and transform their organizations.

4 rules for creating a ‘Blue Ocean’ strategy
Looking for ways to grow your small business? Anthropologist Dr. Andi Simon explains how a Blue Ocean strategy can help you identify new opportunities for rapid growth and profit.

5 ways to build a high-performing sales team for your small business
Ready to take your small business to the next level? Unlock its full potential with these tips on building a high-performing sales team from Vistage speaker and sales strategy expert Klyn Elsbury.

CEO Projections 2024: Bridging the gap to growth
Gain valuable insights as Chief Research Officer Joe Galvin delves into his CEO projections for 2024 in this Vistage on-demand webinar. Discover key economic trends, business forecasts, and strategic insights shared directly by industry leaders. Take advantage of this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and position your business for success in the year ahead.

Related Resources

Vistage Small Business Program

Vistage celebrates National Small Business Week

CEO confidence rises to the valley of the 2010s growth cycle [Q1 2024 Vistage CEO Confidence Index]

Business trends for 2024 and beyond [Webinar on-demand and series]

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