Cutler Bay Celebrates Small Business Month with Events and Resources for Local Businesses
Cutler Bay, FL - May 11, 2026 - The Town of Cutler Bay is celebrating Small Business Month by connecting local business owners, entrepreneurs, and aspiring business owners with workshops, regional events, and resources designed to help them start, protect, prepare, and grow their businesses.
May is recognized as National Small Business Month, a time to celebrate the important role small businesses play in local communities and to share resources that support entrepreneurs throughout the year.
“Small businesses are an important part of Cutler Bay’s identity and local economy,” said Town Manager Rafael Casals. “Small Business Month gives us an opportunity to connect our business community with practical guidance, safety information, and financial resources that can help them succeed.”
As part of this effort, the Town is hosting two free events for local businesses.
Town Hosted Small Business Month Events
Fats, Oils, and Grease Roundtable Workshop
The Town of Cutler Bay will host a Fats, Oils, and Grease Roundtable Workshop on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 10 am in partnership with Miami Dade County RER and DERM. The workshop will provide restaurant owners, operators, and future food service businesses with guidance on FOG regulations, plan review, and Certificate of Use inspections.
Protect, Prepare, Grow Small Business Workshop
The Town will also host the Protect, Prepare, Grow Small Business Workshop on Monday, May 18, 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm at Cutler Bay Town Hall. Hosted in partnership with the Miami Dade Sheriff’s Office and TD Bank, the free workshop will cover business safety, CPTED principles, access to capital, and financing preparation for small businesses.
Additional Small Business Events and Resources
Empower South Dade: Career Connections Expo
The Empower South Dade: Career Connections Expo will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 10 a.m. at Miami Dade College, Homestead Campus. The event will connect job seekers, businesses, employers, and local resources in one place.
Small Business Resource Expo: County Services Under One Roof
The Small Business Resource Expo: County Services Under One Roof will connect small business owners and entrepreneurs with Miami Dade County services, programs, and resources that support business development.
FIU SBDC Disaster Resiliency Webinar
The FIU SBDC Disaster Resiliency: It’s Your Business webinar will help business owners better understand disaster preparedness, continuity planning, and recovery resources.
FIU SBDC Government Contracting Proposal Webinar
The How to Write a Winning Government Contracting Proposal webinar will provide guidance for businesses interested in pursuing government contracting opportunities.
Florida SBDC at FIU
The Florida SBDC at FIU provides no cost consulting, training, and resources to help entrepreneurs and small business owners start, grow, and strengthen their businesses.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Month Resources
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s CO by U.S. Chamber of Commerce offers a Small Business Month resource hub with events, tools, and articles to support entrepreneurs during May and throughout the year. Resources include guidance on starting, running, and growing a business, plus topics such as funding, business certifications, marketing, technology, cash flow, and business planning.
