Small businesses are widely considered to be the backbone of the American economy. When mom and pop stores and local industries are thriving, the economic status of the area they operate in is strong and ready for growth. What's more, half of all Americans either own or work for a small business and this area has been responsible creating two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. each year.

This has lead to several pushes to help increase awareness of the small businesses in your area. This year's National Small Business Week, which is sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration, was held on May 12 through May 16. Many states also hold their own recognition weeks.

Starting on June 2, Indiana will be hosting its own small business week, which will feature multiple seminars across several locations including Indianapolis, Lafayette and Columbus.

"Small Business Week is the time for recognizing the contributions of small businesses to our country," the events website reads. "We thank our business owners and their employees for providing the products and services that benefit our lives. We thank our entrepreneurs for creating the majority of new job opportunities across the U.S."

Some of the events on the docket include expanding through exporting, how to launch your own business, myths of owning a business and an award ceremony.

To improve your small business, you need to not be afraid to invest in small business inventory management software and other accounting systems that can improve overall operations and help ensure increased productivity.