NOVEMBER 19, 2025
KAY BAILEY HUTCHISON CONVENTION CENTER, HALL A
FEATURED SHOW AREAS
Exhibitor Hall
Meet great vendors with unique services to help your business grow.
Workshops
30 minute sessions led by Industry Experts in various fields.
Keynote Theatre
Learn from iconic Business Leaders on The Main Stage.
Speed Networking
Meet 1-on-1 with other Businesses in these quick & efficient mini 2-minute networking sessions. (Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Badges)
Industry Meet-Ups
Meet & Network with Business Professionals in your Industry or other Industries of interest.
Networking Happy Hour
Join us to wind down the day in a relaxed, fun networking atmosphere. Perfect for fostering new connections made during SBE. (Gold, Platinum & VIP Badges)
Business Card Exchange
Market yourself & your business to other SBE attendees by displaying your business card.
Photo Opps
Capture memorable moments at our designated Photo Opp Backdrops and share them on social media tagging #smallbusinessexpo
TODAY’S AGENDA
10:30AM - 11:00AM
W Help! My Employees Are Driving Me Nuts!
Aaron Mannan, Bison Executive
Overwhelmed by team chaos? Aaron, Bison Executive founder, guides SMBs to hire right, train fast, retain stars. In “Help! My Employees are Driving Me Nuts!”, get a 3-step plan to unlock millions in revenue and take confidence in change with you.
Lead Gen Mastery: Transform Your Business by Being a Guest on Podcasts
Gini Trask, Aligned Speaker Academy
Joe Moghaizel, Aligned Speaker Academy
Are you sick and tired of trying to get leads from social media? What if you could create consistent leads and sales, week in and week out with just 2 simple steps? Learn how we generated over $1M in revenue without even having a website.
The Ultimate Guide to Digital Marketing
Riley Hoogendoorn, Hoagy Marketing W
No one will buy your stuff, if no one knows that your business exists. Digital marketing is the key to getting consistent sales, which is the life blood of your business. In this workshop, we’ll teach you how to truly grow through digital marketing.
Outsmart the System & Build Wealth Like a Bank
Workshop Room 1 (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Workshop Room 2
(Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
11:15AM - 11:45AM
W Simple Steps to Secure Your Brand from Cyberthreats
Ramon Ray, Bitdefender
Your business is your passion—don’t let scammers steal it. Join this workshop to learn simple, powerful ways to protect your client data and brand reputation from cyber threats, save money, build trust, and keep your business growing securely.
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Ready, Set, Exit: Preparing for Retirement as a Business Owner
Phil Workman, Fisher Investments
Join Financial Planning expert Phil Workman from Fisher Investments for a look into common business sale challenges and considerations. Turn those big questions into tangible next steps.
11:20AM - 11:40AM
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Ron Harris, Financial Literacy Group
The financial system is designed to keep the middle class stuck in a cycle of debt, but you don’t have to play by its rules. This workshop uncovers how banks grow wealth—and how you can apply the same strategies. Learn how overfunding life insurance policies can turn debt into income-generating assets, helping you build long-term financial security and independence.
Why Your Company Needs an App and How to Make It
Dan Ostler, Lightning Kite
Think apps are only for big brands? Think again. Learn how a custom app can boost visibility, streamline operations, and drive growth—plus avoid costly mistakes and build one your customers will love (and use).
10:40AM - 11:00AM Franchises Industry Meet-Up
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11:00AM - 11:20AM Banking, Insurance, Real Estate, Finance, Investors Industry Meet-Up
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11:00AM - 11:45AM Speed Networking Session
Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
11:15AM - 11:45AM
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Workshop Room 4
(Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Workshop Room 5
(Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
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Calvin Jackson, Verizon
Vanessa Jackson, Verizon
Your brand is more than a logo, it’s how people feel when they experience your business and the story they remember long after. Join Calvin and Vanessa Jackson, founders of The Lemon Ad Stand, for an interactive workshop designed to help you clarify your story, values, and vision, define what sets your business apart, and strengthen emotional connections with your audience. Walk away with the clarity and momentum to stand out and thrive in any climate.
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Workshop Room 4 (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Workshop Room 5 (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Industry Meet-Ups (Back Right of Exhibitor Hall)
Industry Meet-Ups (Back Right of Exhibitor Hall)
Workshop Room 3 (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3) Speed Networking (Back Left of Exhibitor Hall)
The Brand Refresh Lab: Build Clarity. Create Momentum.
Workshop Room 1 (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Benefits Plan That Attracts and Retains Talent
Stephanie Schifano, Paychex
This session explores how to design a benefits strategy that aligns with employee expectations, supports diverse workforce needs, and reinforces your employer brand. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing plan, this is for you.
Strategies of the Ultra-Wealthy - A Mindshift
Michael Clanin, O.N.C.E. Business Strategies
Susan Wolrab, O.N.C.E. Business Strategies
Still operating your business in a corporation?
Your money & assets are tracked, taxed, and exposed. Discover how the ultra-wealthy own nothing, control everything, and protect their wealth with business structures and tax-saving strategies.
Workshop Room 2
(Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Workshop Room 3 (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Social Media, Marketing, Advertising, PR Industry Meet-Up
11:40AM - 12:00PM
Web Services, Apps, IT, Software, Technology Industry Meet-Up M
12:00PM - 12:45PM S Speed Networking Session
Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
12:00PM - 12:45PM FEATURED KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
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Foundations of Digital Marketing Success
Dave Charest, Constant Contact
Industry Meet-Ups
(Back Right of Exhibitor Hall)
(Back Right of Exhibitor Hall)
Join Dave Charest, Constant Contact’s Director of Small Business Success, to unravel the mystery behind online marketing and discover a simple and adaptable framework that’ll become your strategic compass for digital growth.
1:00PM - 1:30PM
Strategic Growth: Six Strategies to Successfully Scale VR Small, Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center (VWEC)
Ready to take your business to the next level?
Whether you’re launching a startup or scaling a multi-million-dollar enterprise, sustained success in today’s fast-evolving market requires a strategic growth plan. Join us for Strategic Growth: Six Strategies to Successfully Scale, where you’ll discover proven methods to drive measurable value— not just to your bottom line, but to your customers, employees, and stakeholders. This is your opportunity to position yourself as an industry leader and achieve long-term, sustainable growth. Ready to scale smarter? Let’s make it happen!
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Franchise Fit: Aligning Skills, Goals & Opportunities
Tamika Franklyn, Precision Franchise
Ready to start your next business? In this interactive workshop, you’ll evaluate franchise opportunities within the context of your own abilities and goals. Come find your bespoke path to long-term business success.
Top Performer Playbook: CRM Strategy for Client Loyalty
Jeffrey Eichenlaub, SMB Dynamics
Got leads? Curious how top-performing businesses consistently turn interest into loyal clients? Explore CRM systems – the often missed key to unlocking hidden potential by mastering the entire customer journey.
Sell. Scale. Win. – Lessons from $2 Billion in Sales
Billy Cox, The MVMT
Step into the room with Billy Cox—entrepreneur, bestselling author, and sales powerhouse behind $2 billion in results. Learn how to build confidence that sells, scale with speed, and create unstoppable momentum in your business and life.
Workshop Room 3
(Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Build Your Dream Team: Train & Hire with Funded Apprenticeships
Navonna Morrison, OpenClassrooms
Struggling to find skilled talent? Looking for cost-effective training solutions? Want to future-proof your workforce? Join us to learn how funded apprenticeships can help you train, hire, and retain top talent without stretching your budget.
Keynote Theatre (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Follow Signs)
Speed Networking (Back Left of Exhibitor Hall)
1:00PM - 1:20PM
M eCommerce, Manufacturers, Retail, Distributors Industry Meet-Up
1:00PM - 1:45PM
Industry Meet-Ups (Back Right of Exhibitor Hall)
S Speed Networking (Back Left of Exhibitor Hall)
Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
1:20PM - 1:40PM
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Professional Services Industry Meet-Up
1:40PM - 2:00PM
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Healthcare, HR, Employee Services Industry Meet-Up
1:45PM - 2:30PM
FEATURED KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Nicole Denise, meMarketing Rasmus Barfred, THEMAGIC5 Douglas Marshall, The GameFace Company Yve-Car Momperousse, Kreyol Essence
Shark Tank Success Stories: Behind the Pitch — A Candid Conversation With Successful Founders Dive “behind the tank” with entrepreneurs who landed deals on ABC’s hit show Shark Tank as they share how they turned bold ideas into booming businesses. Discover their inspiring journeys, key lessons, and powerful strategies for overcoming challenges and scaling success. Moderated by Nicole Denise, an Entrepreneurial Powerhouse and Brand Strategist.
Shark Tank is a registered trademark of Sony Pictures Television Inc. and ABC. This event is not affiliated with or endorsed by Shark Tank, Sony Pictures, or ABC.
2:00PM - 2:45PM
Industry Meet-Ups (Back Right of Exhibitor Hall)
Industry Meet-Ups
(Back Right of Exhibitor Hall)
Keynote Theatre (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Follow Signs)
3:00PM - 3:20PM
Hospitality, Travel, Transportation, Recreation Industry Meet-Up
3:00PM - 3:45PM
S Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
3:20PM - 3:40PM
M Government, Non-Profit, Associations, Education Industry Meet-Up
3:30PM - 4:00PM
Powerful Funding Strategies for Business & Real Estate Success
Yusef Muhammad, SCORE
This seminar is designed to help real estate investors navigate the diverse funding options available to finance their investment projects. From traditional loans to creative financing methods, learn keys to scaling a successful real estate portfolio
Lead Gen Mastery: How Being a Guest on Podcasts Can Transform Your Business
Gini Trask, Need A Guest Joe Moghaizel, Need A Guest
Are you sick and tired of trying to get leads from social media? What if you could create consistent leads and sales, week in and week out with just 2 simple steps? Learn how we generated over $1M in revenue without even having a website.
Understanding ICHRA
Chess Woods, Ambetter Health
ICHRA (An Individual Coverage HRA) is a smart, ACA-compliant option for employer groups seeking an alternative to traditional group health insurance. ICHRA offers a solution, with benefits both for your business and for your employees.
If This Happened to You, Would Your Business and Family Survive?
Industry Meet-Ups
(Back Right of Exhibitor Hall)
Speed Networking (Back Left of Exhibitor Hall)
Industry Meet-Ups
(Back Right of Exhibitor Hall)
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S Speed Networking (Back Left of Exhibitor Hall) Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
2:45PM - 3:15PM
From Fixer to Influencer: Become a Leader Others WANT to Follow
Sean Olson, Renogize Professional Coaching
This session empowers leaders to shift from being problem-solvers to impactful influencers. It is ideal for leaders and business owners seeking to lead intentionally, develop their teams, and unlock their full leadership potential.
How to Print Money with Employee Benefits
Jacob Guidi, Thrive Benefits Group Jordan Little, Thrive Benefits Group
Add money back to your bottom line every month by offering fully funded employee benefits—at no cost to your organization or your employees. Ideal for companies with at least 5 Fulltime W2’s.
W Stress to Success: Visioneering Your Breakthrough Year
Angela Kim, Guiding Angels Life Coach
Break free from overwhelm and clarify your vision!
Discover practical steps to turn stress into success and create your breakthrough year in this inspiring, hands-on Visioneering workshop.
Your Kitchen’s On Fire, But Your Sales Ain’t
Jennifer Hines, Accelerated Sales & Leadership
If your business feels like a Waffle House at 2 am, this session’s for you! Sales Coach Jennifer Hines will help you cool the chaos, turn up the sales heat, and serve sizzling results hotter than a Texas summer - built to last and no syrup required!
Workshop Room 1 (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Workshop Room 2 (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Workshop Room 4 (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Celeste Moya, Robin Glen Kris Stegall, Robin Glen
When you run a business, your greatest risks aren’t always the ones you can see. We will unpack 3 true life stories of business owners who faced the unthinkable and what those moments revealed about the hidden dangers every successful business faces.
Beyond the Post: Creating Content That Connects
Nicole Denise Phillip, meMarketing
Join Nicole Denise Phillip for an insightful workshop on creating content that captivates, connects, and converts. Discover strategies to engage your audience, foster authentic relationships, and turn your followers into devoted customers without losing yourself in the process.
3:40PM - 4:00PM Art, Entertainment, Creative, Designer Industry Meet-Up
Workshop Room 5 (Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3) 4:00PM - 5:00PM Networking Happy Hour
End your day in a more casual and fun networking environment. Complimentary Alcoholic Beverages Provided. Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
Workshop Room 5
(Exit Exhibitor Hall & Go to Floor 3)
Industry Meet-Ups
(Back Right of Exhibitor Hall)
Happy Hour
3, Near Workshop Rooms)
