Mayor Mark Boughton to Receive Small Business Advocate Award

DANBURY, CT-- Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton will receive the U.S. Conference of Mayors, Partner America 2016 “Small Business Advocate Award” for his support of small business in the city, according to a release.

This award will be presented on Tuesday, March 22 at a Small Business Day event at Danbury City Hall. The award is being given to Boughton by Partner America, a partnership created by The US Conference of Mayors to help mayors provide resources and information to help small businesses thrive.

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"Mayors across the country are investing in the future by helping small businesses to grow and create jobs. Mayor Boughton is a leader in this arena, and his tireless work to expand job opportunities and revitalize Danbury through small business development are to be applauded. We are honored to bestow him with this award," said Tom Cochran, CEO and Executive Director of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.

The free event will be held at Danbury City Hall in the Council Chambers on March 22 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. All small business owners are encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be served.

“As Mayor of the City of Danbury, I am so proud to have so many successful businesses in our great city. They are the heart of our economy, and we pride ourselves in being a city that encourages business and opportunity. I am honored to receive this award today, and I urge our business owners to take advantage of the tools the City and our partners have to help them grow and prosper,” said Mayor Mark Boughton.

The keynote speaker is Lou Mosca, Executive Vice President and COO, American Management Services.

Photo of Mayor Mark taken by Wendy Mitchell at Danbury's St. Patrick's Day Ball.