Two Powerhouse CEOs Have a Conversation About the Importance of Global Small Businesses

©2015 Laurel Delaney.  All rights reserved.  Jack Ma, Founder &
Executive Chairman, Alibaba Group (second from left)

©2015 Laurel Delaney.  All rights reserved.

Jack Ma, Founder & Executive Chairman, Alibaba Group (R)

©2015 Laurel Delaney.  All rights reserved.

Jack Ma, Founder & Executive Chairman, Alibaba Group (R)

©2015 Laurel Delaney.  All rights reserved.
Ken Chenault, Chairman & CEO, American Express (L) and Jack Ma, Founder & Executive Chairman, Alibaba Group (R)

I had the great honor and privilege to listen to Ken Chenault, Chairman & CEO, American Express and Jack Ma, Founder & Executive Chairman, Alibaba Group have a conversation on building and supporting the small business community and the opportunities and challenges facing them.

Small businesses are making a big impact.  From local restauranteurs to online shop owners, entrepreneurs are helping shape and enhance their communities around the world.

• Read Jack Ma's latest commentary published in the Wall Street Journal (6/9/15).
• Read the Chicago Tribune news article (6/10/15) about the event.
• Watch the CNBC (LIVE Chicago) interview with Jack Ma talking about Alibaba's international strategy.
• Learn more about the Alibaba Group's story (video) here.
• Internet Retailer's coverage by Nona Tepper here.