What is SSCA?

The State of the Startup Community Address is organized for the entire business community to come together and reflect on our progress in building a more small business friendly region.

The event emphasizes the importance of all entrepreneurs and small businesses from high tech startups to mom and pop shops. Our regional economy depends on entrepreneurship to become more diverse, more resilient, and to grow sustainably. Entrepreneurs and small businesses of all shapes, sizes, and industries are crucial to the grassroots economic development approach that Hatch has long advocated for.

The State of the Startup Community Address will feature a showcase of local businesses. The businesses will include a diverse array of small businesses, high tech startups, regional innovators, and more. The showcase will be followed by speakers including a keynote address given by Zack Miller.

Why should you attend?

Network with local business leaders, movers, and shakers.

Learn about all of the new businesses starting and growing happening in your backyard.

Discover the tools and resources available for local small businesses.

Realize the potential of our small business community.

Back by popular demand, we will be awarding a local business owner the title of Small Business Champion of the Year. Vote here!