National Small Business Week 2026 runs from May 3-9. The Kansas Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is excited to partner with the Small Business Administration’s Wichita office for the National Small Business Week Event from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7 in the Hughes Metropolitan Complex, where they will honor Harlow Aerostructures LLC, the recipient of the 2026 Kansas Small Business Persons of the Year Award.
The half-day event will help equip local small businesses with the tools and knowledge to succeed. Business owners will have the opportunity to connect to resources in the area, learn more about certifications and contracting opportunities, and celebrate the impressive winners and nominees of the Small Business of the Year Award in a ceremony that begins at noon. The event is sponsored by 316 Health, Textron Aviation and Bank of America.
On Tuesday, May 5, the City of Wichita issued a proclamation recognizing both Small Business Week and Harlow Aerostructures LLC as the SBA’s 2026 Kansas Small Business Persons of the Year Award recipient. This award acknowledges the outstanding accomplishments of local leaders along with their dedication to driving economic growth.