Small business owners and local chamber leaders met with their congressional representatives, networked, learned tips for running their businesses, and became more informed on policy and politics during America’s Small Business Summit, May 17–19, in Washington, D.C. For complete coverage, go to www.uschambersummit.com.
 
Surrounded by family and employees, Fintech CEO Scott Riley (center, arm raised) celebrates winning the U.S. Chamber's Dream Big: Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Sam's Club.

Joe Scarborough, former congressman and host of MSNBC's Morning Joe, provides insight into the politcal climate.	Sen. Scott Brown (R-MA), right, listens to small business owners during their visit to Capital Hill.
Summit attendees meet with representatives from government agencies and organizations in the Small Business Resource Center.	Wall Street Journal Small Business Editor Colleen DeBaise (right) moderates a panel of nationally recognized entrepreneurs who discuss issues they faced while building their successful businesses.
Black Entertainment Television co-founder Sheila C. Johnson, left, engages in conversation with a Summit attendee after her speech about women in business.	Small business owners storm the Capitol for the annual Rally on the Hill.