At a time of economic uncertainty, the role of small business is even more crucial for growth, but they are also facing unique challenges amid rising costs and a tight labor market.

Meanwhile, changing regulatory environments and a suite of new digital tools pose both new challenges and opportunities for small businesses to grow, reach new markets, and better compete for customers.

We'll explore how small businesses are managing rising costs, the role of public-private partnerships in expanding e-commerce, AI’s impact on small business potential, and how policymakers can support growth in a shifting landscape.