Friday, June 3, 2011

Small Business Recognition, The Economy, & High Speed Internet

"American small businesses are key drivers of innovation, economic growth and job creation. Small businesses employ more than half of all private sector workers, and they have generated about two-thirds of net new jobs over the past fifteen years. And small businesses drive innovation. Small firms produce 13 times more patents per employee than large ones."

"Broadband and information technology is increasingly important to the success of our economy, to jobs and to the future of small business. Broadband connectivity and online business tools enable small businesses to grow and jobs to be created anywhere. They allow small businesses to market their products and reach customers in the next neighborhood, the next city, the next state, and even overseas."

"A recent study found that having a broadband connection makes a $200,000 a year difference in median annual revenues for businesses, by helping them reach new markets and increasing productivity."

That's straight from the FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski last week.  We agree with those statements, which have been incorporated into the vision of our company for years.  We are pleased to participate, be a part of that success, and help others achieve success.  As the broadband network and technologies evolve, we want to seize opportunities that help improve your business's bottom line.  Spread the word... start a conversation...  tell the stories of what our local small businesses can do!