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The 2026 Small Biz Challenge - Coming Soon

The competition of the year is almost here! Whether you’re a startup or a local favorite, this is your moment to show what makes you an unstoppable small business owner.

Stay tuned for registration details and prepare to put your business in the spotlight!


2025 Small Biz Challenge Winner

The winner of the 2025 Small Biz Challenge was Sydney Attis and Mikayla Garcia, owners of Just Call Me Shirley!  

Two women holding a giant check for $25,000.

Sydney and Mikayla were awarded the ultimate prize of $25,000 plus an editorial feature in an issue of Inc. magazine. Our finalists, Youngwon Lee and Amanda Wynkoop, each received $5,000.

Thank you to everyone who participated and voted in the 2025 Small Biz Challenge.

Catch all the action and inspiring moments by watching the 2025 Small Biz Challenge recap video: