It is 2011 and the United States has a Chief Technology Officer. His name is Aneesh Chopra and he is charged with using technology to make the country better, which includes everything from job creation to national security. Today, as part of that initiative, StartUP America was launched. This is a public/private partnership to promote innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship. These are essential elements not just for the future of our country but also to the millions of Americans who own and operate the millions of small and local businesses out there. StartUP America is a crucial acknowledgment of the power of small businesses to keep us moving forward. Read more about the Startup American Partnership here.