Brad Close President | NFID Oklahoma
Brad Close President | NFID Oklahoma
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Oklahoma organized a Small Business Day in Oklahoma City on April 17, 2023. The event provided an opportunity for attendees to engage with legislative leaders and discuss the challenges faced by small business owners in the state.
Keynote speakers at the gathering included Speaker of the House Charles McCall, Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Treat, and Attorney General Gentner Drummond. In addition to these speeches, a question-and-answer session was held with House Business & Commerce Committee Chair Representative Kevin McDugle and Senate Business & Commerce Committee Vice Chair Senator Kristen Thompson. This panel allowed business owners to raise questions and learn about the latest legislative developments.
The program also featured a presentation by the Oklahoma Historical Society, which added a historical perspective to the day's discussions.
Looking back at the event, NFIB State Director Jerrod Shouse expressed his views: “It’s always a treat to have small business owners here in the capital. Our members and small business owners across the state are struggling in this economic environment, as qualified workers remain in short supply and inflation continues to put pressure on prices. Having our small business owners here to talk about the challenges they face helps our lawmakers craft better policies. We’ll continue to work with the Legislature to make it easier to do business in Oklahoma.”
The event aimed to bridge the gap between small businesses and lawmakers, fostering discussions that could result in more effective policies to support the state's economic environment.
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