On June 17, 2025, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) hosted its annual Small Business Day in Raleigh, North Carolina. The event, organized in collaboration with the Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina (IIANC), brought together NFIB members and other small business owners to engage with state lawmakers. The gathering, held at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Science, provided a platform for participants to share the impact of legislative decisions on their businesses and communities.
The event featured prominent speakers, including North Carolina House Speaker Destin Hall, who discussed legislation that could significantly affect NFIB members. A panel discussion with state senators Woodson Bradley and Bob Brinson, and representatives Beth Helfrich and Mike Schietzelt, was also part of the agenda. According to Gregg Thompson, NFIB State Director, the event was successful in giving members a chance to directly interact with lawmakers and discuss issues crucial to their businesses.
The event highlighted the importance of grassroots engagement in shaping policies that affect small businesses. NFIB’s efforts to facilitate dialogue between small business owners and lawmakers underscore the organization’s commitment to advocating for the interests of its members.
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