National Small Business Week is a national recognition event to honor the United States' top entrepreneurs each year. The distinguished group of small business owners are hailed each year by the U.S. Small Business Administration and a collection of event co-hosts. The 2008 event marks the 55th anniversary of the agency, and the 45th annual Presidential proclamation of National Small Business Week.
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