The holiday season is a crucial time for small businesses. One of the best opportunities to shine is Small Business Saturday , which takes place the Saturday after Thanksgiving. This year it will take place on November 29, 2025 . This national holiday was created to celebrate and support local entrepreneurs. It encourages shoppers to invest in their communities by choosing small, local businesses over big-box retailers or online giants. But beyond a single day of sales, Small

The final months of the year represent a crucial time for many small businesses, especially in retail, hospitality, and service-based industries. Whether you’ve been through several holiday seasons or this is your first as a business owner, planning ahead can be the difference between a successful year-end and a stressful one. At the   Tarleton Small Business Development Center (SBDC), we’re here to help you prepare for the busiest time of the year with practical, actionable