Governor Nathan Deal has proclaimed the third week in February 2016 (Feb 15-19) as Georgia Small Business Week.  The Milledgeville-Baldwin County Chamber of Commerce supports our small businesses and encourages shopping small.  On Friday, February 12th at 10 A.M. Mayor Gary Thrower will read a proclamation declaring this statewide initiative.  Each year, the Chamber champions the best of the best by naming the Milledgeville-Baldwin County Small Business of the Year. We will begin accepting nominations for the 2016 SBOY on Tuesday, February 16th. 

Nomination forms and eligibility requirements will be available on our website, Facebook page, and E-Newsletter.

You may also obtain an application by visiting our office.  Here is a look at the events scheduled throughout the week:
 
Tuesday, February 16
·        10:45 A.M.-Ribbon Cutting for Café Central at Freedom Church-500 Underwood Rd.
·        6:00 P.M-Public Forum at Allen’s Market-hosted by Milledgeville Main Street-input will be used to help guide the future revitalization and development of historic downtown Milledgeville.

Wednesday, February 17
·        7:30 A.M-Eggs & Issues at CGTC-speaker for the event will be Judge Philip B. Spivey.

Thursday, February 18
·        4:30 P.M.-Ribbon Cutting for Glow Salon-1501 N. Columbia St.

Friday, February 19
·        8:00 A.M.-Free Small Business Workshop, “Enhancing Your Brand Online.”-Chamber Boardroom.  Breakfast Provided.