November’s elections have major implications for American small businesses, especially around taxes, labor, and regulatory rules. While small businesses play a critical role in both local economies and US economic growth, they also have the least bandwidth to absorb compliance costs and growing expenses.

 

As the incoming White House gears up to roll back some regulatory rules and the Fed slowly cuts interest rates, the outlook for small businesses, including opportunities for franchise owners, are set to evolve. Semafor’s editors will lead a series of conversations with key policymakers and small business owners to discuss ways to create a thriving environment for small businesses and franchise owners.

January 14, 2025 

Doors Open & Networking: 8:30 a.m.

Programming: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Washington, D.C.

Speakers

Rep. Kevin Hern

(R) Oklahoma

Stephen Moore

Senior Fellow, Heritage Foundation
Economic Adviser, Trump Campaign

Moderators

Elana Schor

Senior Washington Editor, Semafor

 

Bennett Richardson

General Manager, Global Head of Public Affairs, Semafor


The Gallup Building:

901 F Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20004

 

8:30 a.m. ET
Doors Open

9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET
Programming