LAS VEGAS
OCTOBER
1, 2025
PLAZA HOTEL & CASINO CONVENTION CENTER
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
10:30AM - 11:00AM
W Tax Tips for Entrepreneurs Starting and Operating a Business
Take control of your small business taxes. Whether you are just starting out or looking to improve your tax strategy, the webinar will provide essential tax tips. Join us and learn how to navigate your business taxes with confidence. Carol Xie, Internal Revenue Service
W Hire Your First AI Employee to Streamline Your Workflow
John Borbone, Supernal AI
AI doesn’t have to be built in-house. In this session, Supernal AI helps small businesses “hire” AI Employees—workflow-integrated digital teammates that handle real tasks across email, Slack, Zoom, and more to boost productivity and fill key gaps.
W AI:
The Good, The Bad, and the Unexpected
Marc Saries, Partner Systems
Explore the benefits and drawbacks of AI adoption in the small business sector. We’ll look at some practical tools that will allow you to leverage these emerging technologies to your advantage and avoid some of the, often overlooked, pitfalls.
10:40AM - 11:00AM
Room 1
11:00AM - 11:20AM Banking, Insurance, Real Estate, Finance, Investors Industry Meet-Up
11:00AM - 11:45AM
S Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
11:15AM - 11:45AM
W AI-Powered Entrepreneurship: Practical Applications for Small Business Owners
Jason Johnson, Verizon
Perfect for small business owners this engaging and insightful session will cover AI’s impact on the future of business, introduce you to essential generative AI tools, and teach you advanced mega-prompting techniques for creating custom GPTs.
W Building a Multi Six Figure Business through Social Media Marketing
In this presentation, you’ll learn how to generate leads through social media, build recognition via podcasts, social media, and stage speaking, schedule 70+ high-ticket sales appointments, automate your calendar, and earn six figures. Andy Audate, Progreda
11:15AM - 11:45AM
W The Dual Entity Strategy: Proactive Tax Planning for Business Owners
Jeff Goering, Diamond Client Group
Discover the dual entity strategy and the three levers used to enhance tax savings. Ready to move beyond tax preparation into strategic thinking? Learn the technique and review a case study demonstrating the power of this method.
11:20AM - 11:40AM Social Media, Marketing, Advertising, PR Industry Meet-Up
11:40AM - 12:00PM
M Web Services, Apps, IT, Software, Technology Industry Meet-Up Workshop Room 1
12:00PM - 12:45PM Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
12:00PM - 12:45PM FEATURED KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Thrive, Don’t Just Survive: The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint to Sustainable Success
Nicole Denise, meMarketing
Learn how to build a Business, Branding & Well-Being plan to launch and grow. This session offers a practical roadmap to avoid pitfalls, keep cash flowing, and scale faster and help you move from idea to profit with expert guidance.
1:00PM - 1:30PM W
AI, Search, and Your Website: Staying Ahead in a Changing Landscape
Stephen Fahlsing, Bonfire
Tony Bartoli, Bonfire
AI is changing how people search, shop, and decide, but what does that mean for your business, and especially your website? We’ll dive into the constantly changing landscape of AI driven search, tools, and best practices.
W
Is Your Accounting Built to Scale —or Bound to Fail?
Erica Hansen, Wisdom Collective
Is your accounting helping you grow—or holding you back? In this fast-paced session, uncover the five red flags of ineffective accounting, why they quietly sabotage business performance, and what “good” looks like at scale.
W Navigating Workers’ Compensation: What Every Small Business Should Know
Leonard Stone, Shook & Stone
Room 2
Don’t gamble with workers’ compensation. Learn the essentials to stay compliant, avoid costly mistakes, and protect your team and business. Clear, practical insights for every Las Vegas small business owner.
The Keynote Theatre
Keynote Theatre (Exhibitor Hall)
1:00PM - 1:20PM
M eCommerce, Manufacturers, Retail, Distributors Industry Meet-Up Industry Meet-Ups
1:00PM - 1:45PM
S Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
1:20PM - 1:40PM
M
2:45PM - 3:15PM
W From
Idea to First Million: Building Startups That Scale
Misty Lackie, Go Smart Solutions Workshop
Networking
Meet-Ups
Industry Meet-Up
1:40PM - 2:00PM Healthcare, HR, Employee Services Industry Meet-Up
M Industry Meet-Ups
1:45PM - 2:30PM FEATURED KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
More Focus, Less Friction: How Small Teams Get Big Things Done
Todd Heimes, Vice President, Amazon Business
You don’t need a big team to think like a big business. In this keynote, Todd Heimes, VP at Amazon Business, shows how entrepreneurs and small business owners are scaling smarter by simplifying how they buy, operate, and grow. Whether you’re a solo founder or managing a small but mighty team, you’ll hear customer stories, explore real-world strategies, and see how Amazon Business solutions can free up time, cut costs, and fuel growth.
2:00PM - 2:45PM
S Speed Networking Session
Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
2:45PM - 3:15PM
Networking
W How to Boss-Up: Lay the Foundation of Success with VAs, Automation, and AI
Lucas Thomas, RHM Real
What does every small business need? Virtual Assistants, Automation of all the functions that *don’t* make you money, and AI to reduce your most time consuming tasks (even for your VAs)! Join me to learn how to BOSS-UP!
Workshop Room 1
W Slash Taxes, Boost Profits & Keep More Cash—In Just 30 Minutes!
Jeffrey Mohlman, Lifetime Navigators
James Johnson, Lifetime Navigators
A simple approach to reducing your taxes immediately and in the long run, improving cash flow, employee retention, increasing profits and fostering sustainable growth. (What more could you want in 30 minutes?!)
A practical roadmap to turning ideas into scalable businesses. I’ll share the systems, strategies, and mindset shifts that built multiple 7-figure companies—without outside funding. Through resourcefulness, technology, and relentless execution.
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
W Unlock 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
W Health Benefit Options for Small Business Owners
Dan Deceuster, Zion HealthShare
Need help navigating the meany healthcare choices for you and your team? Learn to understand the differences so you can choose the best option for you.
3:40PM - 4:00PM Art, Entertainment, Creative, Designer Industry Meet-Up
4:00PM - 5:00PM
Networking Happy Hour
End your day in a more casual and fun networking environment.
Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
Keynote Theatre (Exhibitor Hall)
