Small Business Survey - Impact of U.S. Tariffs This brief survey is intended to gather feedback from small businesses on how U.S. tariffs are affecting operations, costs, pricing, supply chains, customers, and future business planning. Responses will help identify common challenges and inform advocacy, support programs, and policy discussions. Question Title * 1. What sector best describes your business? Retail Manufacturing Construction Food Service Tourism Professional Services Transportation Agriculture Other (please specify) Question Title * 2. How many employees does your business have? 1-4 employees 5-19 employees 20-49 employees 50 + employees Question Title * 3. Does your business import goods, materials, equipment, or supplies from the United States? Yes No Question Title * 4. Does your business sell goods or services to customers in the United States? Yes No Question Title * 5. Have U. S. tariffs had an impact on your business? Significant Negative Impact Moderate Negative Impact Minor Negative Impact No Impact Positive Impact Not Sure Question Title * 6. Which areas of your business have been affected? Select all that apply. Higher shipping or logistics costs Delays in receiving goods Difficulty finding alternative suppliers Lower sales Reduced profit margins Increased customer prices Increased Administrative Efforts Other (please specify) Question Title * 7. Have you increased, or plan to, increase prices because of tariff-related costs? Yes No Question Title * 8. Have tariffs affected your ability to remain competitive? Yes, significantly Yes, somewhat No Not Sure Question Title * 9. Have your changed suppliers, sourcing, or purchasing decisions because of U.S. tariffs? Yes No Considering changes Not applicable Question Title * 10. What actions has your business taken in response to tariff-related pressures? Select all that apply. Increased Prices Absorbed costs Changed Suppliers Reduced Inventory Delayed Investment Reduced Staffing or Hours of Operation Sought new markets No action taken Other (please specify) Question Title * 11. How concerned are you about the ongoing impact of U.S. tariffs over the next 12 months? Very concerned Somewhat concerned Neutral Not very concerned Not concerned Question Title * 12. Do you anticipate tariffs will affect your hiring, expansion, or investment plans? Yes No Uncertain at this time Question Title * 13. What type of support do you feel would be most helpful to your business in navigating the changing economic climate with tariffs? Please check all that apply. Information on tariff rules and compliance Help finding alternative suppliers Export market development support Financial relief or tax credits Supply chain support Advocacy with government Business advisory services Other (please specify) If you would like to remain in contact and receive further details on developments, resources, etc., please provide the necessary information below: Question Title * 14. If you would like to receive further details on developments, resources, etc., please provide the necessary information below: For further information on GCBBT initiatives and membership, please visit us at www.gcbbt.com or follow us on our social platforms: Facebook/LinkedIn/Twitter for all the latest news and announcements. Done