The White House welcomed hundreds of kids for Take Your Child to Work Day, where President Joe Biden fielded questions from the young visitors in celebration of the special day. The event was filled with excitement and learning as the children got a firsthand look at the inner workings of the White House.
Meanwhile, in East Tennessee, Craig Charles, the owner of Crown Cutz Academy of Barber and Style in Johnson City, was named the 2024 Small Business Person of the Year. Crown Cutz Academy, which opened in 2015, aims to provide quality barber education in the Appalachian Highlands area.
“We’re thrilled to celebrate our very own Craig Charles, awarded Tennessee’s Small Business Person of the Year,” Crown Cutz shared on Facebook. “His journey from a young barber to the founder of Crown Cutz Academy inspires us all. Here’s to making a difference, one haircut at a time.”
The Small Business Administration selected business owners from each state to honor for their excellence, innovation, and commitment to their communities. Award recipients gathered in Washington, D.C. for an award celebration from April 28-29.
President Biden used the occasion of Small Business Week to highlight the positive economic changes since he took office, attributing the growth to small businesses. He emphasized the importance of small businesses in the nation’s economy and pledged to support their continued success.
As Small Business Week continues, other Tennessee elected officials, including Sen. Bill Hagerty, Gov. Bill Lee, and U.S. Rep. Mark Green, are also recognizing and celebrating the contributions of small businesses to their communities. The week serves as a reminder of the vital role that small businesses play in driving local economies and fostering prosperity.