Small Business Council

Small Businesses, Big Voice

Most businesses start as small businesses. Small businesses create two out of every three jobs, per the U.S. Small Business Administration. They are the beating heart of not only the Greater Memphis economy but of the Greater Memphis Chamber, accounting for 90% of the Chamber’s total membership.

Through the Chamber’s Small Business Council (SBC), businesses with 500 employees or fewer receive support, resources, advocacy, and a deep sense of community that positions them for success.

Small Business & Entrepreneurship Industry Report

This year’s report is a strategic guide serving as a blueprint for fostering action and collaboration for a more prosperous Memphis.

Small Business Council Leadership

Meredith Hennessy, Co-Chair
Consilience Group

Larry Robinson, Co-Chair
Kudzukian

Think Tank

The Small Business Council (SBC) of the Greater Memphis Chamber is dedicated to fostering the growth and success of small businesses in the Memphis area. As the leading advocate and support system for small businesses, the SBC aims to create an environment where entrepreneurs thrive, innovation flourishes, and economic prosperity is realized.

Co-Chairs

Larry Robinson
CEO
Kudzukian, Inc.

Meredith Hennessy
Principal & Practice Leader
Consilience Group

Dotty Summerfield Giusti
Past Co-Chair — President
Summerfield Associates Inc.

Ayile’ Arnett
CEO/Founder
Arnett Logistics Group

Jana Cardona
Growth Coach
Designed 4 Success

Michael Detroit
Executive Producer
Playhouse on the Square

Brad Federman
CEO
PerformancePoint LLC

Jason Hood
Principal
Davies Hood, PLLC

Jeff Kimbro
Senior VP, Edge Banking
Independent Bank

Sherri Neely
CEO
Harvestey

Gwendolyn Tucker
President
RIX International