WHAT: WASHINGTON – U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Deputy
Administrator Bill Briggs will visit Marion County, Indiana, to meet with local
business owners and community leaders impacted by the August 11 severe
storms, straight line winds, tornadoes, and flooding. He will highlight SBA’s
ongoing recovery efforts and the disaster assistance available to affected
businesses and residents.
WHEN: Thursday, September 3, 2026
9:40 a.m.
Media should arrive at least 15 minutes early
WHERE: Riverwood Park
7200 Crittenden Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220
WHO: Bill Briggs, Deputy Administrator, U.S. Small Business Administration
WHY: Deputy Administrator Bill Briggs is visiting Indiana to hear directly from
businesses, community leaders and disaster survivors about their recovery
needs following the Aug. 11 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and
flooding. The visit will highlight SBA’s continued commitment to helping
affected communities recover and ensure eligible survivors have access to the
federal disaster assistance and resources available to them.
RSVP: Media should RSVP by emailing alexander.falcone@sba.gov
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About the U.S. Small Business Administration
The U.S. Small Business Administration helps power the American dream of business ownership. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.