Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce Small Business Week

WHEREAS, during Small Business Week, we honor the courage, tenacity and innovation of the small business men and women of the state of Alabama; their dedication and entrepreneurial spirit keep the American dream alive and the American economy growing stronger; and

WHEREAS, small businesses are the very heart of the economy of the state of Alabama – two-thirds of all net new jobs in our country are created by small businesses; and

WHEREAS, The Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce supports and encourages small businesses throughout the Wiregrass region; and

WHEREAS, 82 percent of Dothan Area Chamber members are small businesses; and

WHEREAS, on a daily basis, small businesses drive innovation, redefine excellence and start new paths to prosperity; and

WHEREAS, as our nation’s economy continues to grow stronger, we must encourage the spirit of enterprise and create an environment where entrepreneurs can flourish; and

WHEREAS, small business owners and workers should be commended for their contributions to our state’s prosperity and for reflecting the true entrepreneurial spirit of Alabama:

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Bentley, Governor of Alabama, do hereby proclaim the week of May 12 through May 16, 2014 as

Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce Small Business Week

in the state of Alabama.