Moline, Illinois - Congressman Bobby Schilling (IL-17) next week will be hosting business roundtables in Rock Falls and Galesburg in cooperation with the local Chambers of Commerce recognition of National Small Business Week, May 20th - 26th. National Small Business Week is an opportunity to recognize the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs to America's economic stability. Schilling, a small business owner and member of the House Committee on Small Business, will be sitting down with local business owners to discuss what government can do to empower the private sector, spur job creation, and grow the economy.
Please note that the roundtables are off-the-record working discussions. A press availability will follow both roundtables.
Please note that the roundtables are off-the-record working discussions. A press availability will follow both roundtables.
WHO: Congressman Bobby Schilling and local business owners.
WHAT: A roundtable discussion on the best ways to improve our economic climate and help employers create jobs.
WHEN/WHERE:
- Tuesday May 22nd from 2:00-3:30pm at the Rock Falls Community Building, 601 W. 10th Street in Rock Falls
WHY: Schilling is eager to have an ongoing conversation with fellow business owners about their personal solutions to the problems our local economy is facing, as well as their thoughts on creative ways government and the private sector can work together to bring jobs back to the area, reinforcing our place as an economic stronghold of the Midwest.
- Thursday May 24th from 10:30-11:30am at the Galesburg Commerce Center, 185 South Kellogg Street in Galesburg
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