National Small Business Week. National Small Business Week 2022 celebrates the resiliency and tenacity of America’s entrepreneurs who are doing their part to power our nation’s historic economic comeback. Join the U.S. Small Business Administration during this virtual event as they share tools and information that entrepreneurs need to further power our economic growth, strengthen supply chains and deliver the products and services Americans depend on every day. These events are free to attend, but registration is required. Information

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4

Coffee & Connect with Gallatin Young Professionals

Connect with fellow members at various coffee shops in Gallatin. Kathryn Good with KG Marketing is the guest speaker. Topic: Marketing Tips You Can Use. The Klatch, 562 S. Water Ave., Gallatin. 8-9 a.m. Fee: Free, but buy your own coffee. Information

Retail Committee

This monthly meeting is for retailers, Maury Alliance staff and city officials to get together and brainstorm ideas and best practices for the small business community of Maury County. All retailers are welcome to attend. Maury Alliance Downstairs Conference Room, 106 West 6th St., Columbia. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Information

Member Connect Leads Exchange

Connect with fellow members while gaining exposure for your business at our monthly Member Connects. Member Connect is a facilitated, small group networking opportunity allowing each attendee to talk about their business in an intentional way. Williamson, Inc. /Power Room, 4031 Aspen Grove Dr., Suite 630, Franklin. Parking: 4000 Rush Street. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Information

Leads Exchange Afternoon Option

A facilitated, small group networking opportunity allowing each attendee to talk about their business in an intentional way. Charter Senior Living of Franklin, 105 Sunrise Circle, Franklin. 3:30- 5 p.m. Fee: Free. Information

Maury Alliance - Signature Event: Keeping up with Growth

A moderated panel discussion concerning current and future growth in Maury County. Panel: Paul Keltner, Columbia Development Services director; Calvin Abram, Spring Hill planning director; Rodney Howell, Mount Pleasant building & planning director; Robert Caldiraro, county building director. Please submit questions for consideration to: [email protected]. Memorial Building, 308 W. 7th Street, Columbia. Fee: Members -$20, Non-Member - $25. Lunch included. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

THURSDAY, MAY 5

The Big Payback – Lunch on the Lawn

Support Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County. Food trucks, games and music. 327 Sumner Hall Drive, Gallatin. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Information

Young Professionals on Location

A free opportunity to watch the future stars of the PGA Tour while enjoying games, beverages and food. Join the fun and register to receive a free digital ticket to join us at The SandTrap. The Grove in College Grove, The SandTrap on Hole 14. 5-7 p.m. Fee: Free admission to the SandTrap, food and beverage available to purchase. Information

Leadership Rutherford Reconnect

This event is free to all LR Alumni. Appetizers and one drink ticket provided. Registration required. Wear your name tag. The Yard at The Alley on Main, 223 W. Main Street. 5-6 p.m. Information