Bridgeport, CT–As part of his 17 Towns in 17 Days project, Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) will hold a small business summit and workshop this coming Monday at the Fairfield Library. Representatives from federal agencies will join him to provide an overview of how health care reform will affect small businesses, discuss federal contract opportunities, and provide information regarding the many assistance programs for small businesses. Participants will have the opportunity to address individual concerns with agency representatives following the presentations.

All local businesses are welcome to attend, but due to limited space, R.S.V.P.s are requested. To reserve space, email Peter Yazbak at Peter.Yazbak@mail.house.gov with your name, business, and contact information. If you have any questions, please call the Congressman’s Bridgeport office at 203-333-6600.

WHO:            

                      Congressman Jim Himes
                      Small Business Administration
                      Connecticut Insurance Department
                      Connecticut Procurement Technical Assistance Program
                      Connecticut Small Business Innovative Research Office
                      Internal Revenue Service                  
                      Community Capital Fund
                      4th District Small Businesses

WHAT:         Small Business Summit and Workshop

WHEN:         Monday, August 30 from 9:15am to 11:30am

WHERE:       Fairfield Public Library, Main Branch, Memorial Room
                      1080 Old Post Road, Fairfield