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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Three Decades of Public Service and Support of Small Business |
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Pensacola, FL: The Florida Small Business Development Center Network (FSBDCN) is proud to announce the selection of U.S. Senator Bill Nelson as its 2006 Small Business Dividend$ Award winner. "With more than 30 years of proven support of Florida's small business, Senator Nelson has more than earned this recognition," says Jerry Cartwright, FSBDCN State Director.
Senator Nelson is a fifth-generation Floridian who has served the people of his home state for over 30 years as a state legislator, congressman, state insurance commissioner and now as a U.S. senator. His many accomplishments relative to the success and future of entrepreneurs and small businesses are widely recognized. His record shows the priority he has placed on economic development and the small business community in particular. His efforts in support of full funding for the U.S. Small Business Administration and its national Small Business Development Center program, the 7(a) loan program and veterans issues; to provide incentives in the form of tax credits for small businesses that offer health insurance to their employees and those that employ national guardsmen; advocating for the needs of small businesses following devastating hurricanes in Florida as well as the entire Gulf Coast; and working to eliminate the estate tax on family farms and small businesses are outstanding. His legislative sponsorship, advocacy support and votes are truly significant. |
The Dividend$ Award will be presented to Senator Nelson at the FSBDCN's Sixth Annual Capitol Reception and 30th Anniversary Celebration in the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, April 26, 2006.
The FSBDCN implemented an annual capitol event as a unique and exciting way to brief the Florida Congressional Delegation and its various partner organizations and agencies regarding the impact of federal funding on the overall Florida economy, the small business community and in particular the impact in each member's district. The event also provides partnership networking opportunities with Florida SBDC Network Directors. A distinct element of the event is the acknowledgment of a Floridian whose service to the state has included strong support of small business issues. Past award winners include: Ander Crenshaw 2004, Bob Graham 2003, Bill Young 2002, Connie Mack 2001 and Andy Ireland 2000. For additional information about the Capitol Reception, contact Kelly McLeod at 850.473.7804 or Dianne Barlar at 850.473.7809. |
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