DIGITAL DOWNLOAD: Small Business Week Capitol Hill Briefing, May 7

By SBE Council at 1 May, 2026, 4:15 pm

How are entrepreneurs and small business owners using AI and digital tools to build brands, reach customers, drive revenues, and support business operations? Join us for a luncheon on May 7 at Noon in the U.S. Capitol to learn more.

Did you know, 82% of small business employers are investing in AI tools and 93% plan to keep making investments in AI over the next year? And, that the vast majority of small businesses are multi-channel sellers, and 74% say digital platforms make it easier to compete with larger firms? SBE Council president & CEO Karen Kerrigan will share insightful data from our recently published "Small Business Technology Use Survey."

Hear from small business owners who are using a wide variety of digital tools to help them succeed.

Skip Chapman, Founder & Owner, KAFX Body , @kafx_body : Learn how Skip has harnessed the power of social media, especially TikTok, to grow KAFX Body, earning national attention for his engaging, authentic content. Skip spent 17 years running JSA CrossFit, a fitness center focused on community and wellness, and since 1998, he has operated Jersey Shore Aikikai, a martial arts dojo. His ventures reflect a lifelong commitment to health and personal growth.

Amy Riolo, Award-Winning Author, Chef, and Mediterranean Lifestyle Ambassador : Learn how Amy is harnessing the power of AI for business research, competitive analysis, and completing her most recent book project (she is the author of over 25!) and how this has saved her time and money. In addition, Amy is using social media and top e-commerce platforms to strengthen her global brand, sell books, and grow revenues across her related business projects.

Kemi Tignor, Founder of Upbounders: Kemi's company "creates high-quality toys that offer children the opportunity to see themselves and the wonderful facets of the everyday world reflected in their playthings." She uses multi-channels to sell her award-winning products including Amazon and major retailers such as Nordstrom, Ace and Target. Social media and e-commerce platforms have helped Kemi reinforce her quality brand. Last summer, Upbounders was the featured toy in Chick-fil-A meals with over 10 million prized-sized versions of their toys distributed nationwide.

Join us on May 7 in the U.S. Capitol (HC-117) for this informational luncheon!

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