FBCC Press Room

July 30, 2010 -- "National Family Business Week" introduced before the U.S. House of Representatives

The U.S. House of Representatives is considering House Resolution 1586, submitted by Congressman Jason Altmire, D-Pa., designating the first week of August as “National Family Business Week.” The resolution is the result of the efforts of Altmire’s office and the Family Business Chamber of Commerce to recognize the vital impact that family firms have on our economy. 

H. Res. 1586 is expected to be voted out of committee and moved to the House floor for a vote prior to the end of the Congressional session on October 8.

“We’re really grateful for Congressman Altmire’s support of National Family Business Week,” said Rich Wilson, CEO of the Family Business Chamber of Commerce. “When economic times are tough, family firms are the primary economic drivers of recovery, job creation, and innovation. This resolution recognizes the entrepreneurial spirit that has made America great. It’s our purpose to raise national awareness for family enterprises, to help family firms succeed so that they can create jobs and boost our economy.  It’s up to us, the family businesses throughout  the U.S., and the American people, to join together, put people back to work, and pull us out of the recession.

May 17, 2010 -- FBCC Participates in Congressional Hearing

FBCC President Rich Wilson recently participated in a Congressional hearing concerning the distribution of small business loans. The federal government is looking at changes in its loan programs that will benefit more small businesses. The Family Business Chamber of Commerce is keeping abreast of these developments and officially offering our opinions and comments for the betterment of FBCC members and family businesses around the country.

May 2010 -- FBCC Launches the Family Business Blog

Visit our new Family Business Blog for up-to-date information on family business issues. Recently, FBCC President Rich Wilson has been blogging about the new healthcare law and its implications for family businesses. It's also a great place for any questions you may have about family business. While you're there, click on the "follow" button so that you won't miss a single issue! Read the Family Business Blog here .