Small business owners invited to network at mingling event

Starting and maintaining a small business can be challenging, and to help current and prospective business owners, the Hopkinsville Small Business Commission is inviting them to their Mingle with LOCAL event on February 19.

Hopkinsville City Public Administrator Diane Turner and Commission Chair and Owner of the Ruffled Willow Danielle Renshaw recently appeared on WHOP to talk about the upcoming event. Turner says Mingle with LOCAL is a chance for current and prospective local business owners to network and learn from one another.

Renshaw says providing educational opportunities is part of the commission’s duties because she wants prospective and new business owners to know the ins and outs of business ownership.

Turner says it’s imperative to support small businesses because the revenue they generate supports local workers as well as other community organizations.

Mingle with LOCAL is set for February 19 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Hopkinsville Brewing Company, and those planning to attend must register at hopkinsvilleky.us/business.