Small Businesses: Investing In Our Local Economy
Put local businesses first with expanded contracts, lower barriers, and real support for minority-, women-, and disabled-owned enterprises.
My Approach
90% of Montgomery County businesses are small businesses — the restaurants, shops, and services that make our neighborhoods thrive. I saw this firsthand growing up: my parents operated small businesses, including catering and senior transportation services. I know the hustle, the risk, and the pride that comes with building something from the ground up.
What I Will Do As County Executive
- Put small and local businesses first in county priorities
- Expand access to county contracts for local entrepreneurs
- Increase hands-on technical assistance for business programs
- Strengthen programs for minority-, women-, and disabled-owned businesses
- Secure access to local capital for growing businesses
- Cut red tape and reduce duplicative fees and regulations
What I Have Done
- Expanded county contracts through the Local Small Business Reserve Program (LSBRP)
- Championed the Minority, Female, and Disabled-Owned Business Program
- Secured funding for the "Black Collective" — leadership training and resources for Black entrepreneurs
- Created the "#MoCoMeansBusiness" campaign highlighting local businesses
