CAMEO Network congratulates Senators Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Ed Markey (D-MA) on their appointments as Chair and Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
Microbusinesses, which are the backbone of California’s economy, play a critical role in driving innovation, job creation, and community development. CAMEO Network is proud to represent the 4 million microbusinesses in our state, many of which are owned by women, people of color, and other underserved communities. We are confident that the leadership of Senators Ernst and Markey will support policies that help these businesses access the resources they need to grow and thrive.
Senator Ernst’s leadership on small business issues has been invaluable, and CAMEO Network looks forward to working with her to advocate for policies that help microbusiness owners overcome barriers to capital, technical assistance, and economic mobility.
Senator Markey’s previous leadership on the Committee has focused on expanding access to federal resources for small businesses, and CAMEO Network looks forward to partnering with him in his new role as Ranking Member. His advocacy on issues such as technology access, workforce development, and equitable economic opportunity aligns closely with CAMEO Network’s priorities, and we are excited to continue advancing policies that benefit California’s diverse microbusiness community.
CAMEO Network also congratulates Chair Roger Williams (R-TX) and Ranking Member Nydia Velázquez (D-NY) of the House Small Business Committee. Their work has been integral to addressing the needs of microbusiness owners across the country, and we look forward to collaborating with them to ensure that California’s microbusinesses are well-represented in federal policy discussions.
As a voice for California’s microbusinesses, CAMEO Network remains dedicated to advocating for policies that provide access to capital, low to no-cost training, and the business technical assistance necessary for success. We are confident that with the leadership of Senators Ernst and Markey, and continued support from the House Small Business Committee, we can help empower microbusiness owners to continue driving economic growth and job creation in California and beyond.