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.
Happy Hour
Join us from 4-5 PM 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
TODAY’S AGENDA
W Tax Tips for Entrepreneurs Starting and Operating a Business
Richard Furlong Jr., Internal Revenue Service
Are you ready to take charge of your small business’s taxes? Join us for a webinar designed to help small business owners better understand tax responsibilities and avoid common challenges.
Speak Less, Understand More: Transformative Listening for Leaders
Vincent Phipps, Communication VIP
Laugh, listen, and learn! Join Vincent Phipps for an interactive and content filled presentation that addresses motivation, communication, leadership, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence!
Steal My Playbook: The Exact Blueprint to $2M ARR From Scratch
Anthony Reyes, Ikigai Flow
Forget theory. I’m giving you the exact system I used to scale from zero to $2M+ ARR in under two years—bootstrapped, blind, and without outside capital. The same strategies that landed MasterCard. Most guard this playbook—I’m handing it to you.
10:40AM - 11:00AM
11:00AM - 11:20AM
Insurance, Real Estate, Finance, Investors Industry Meet-Up
11:00AM - 11:45AM
Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Badge Holders
11:15AM - 11:45AM
W AI Content Creation for Small Business: Stand Out & Scale Up
Melinda Emerson, Verizon
Discover how AI can transform your small business marketing efforts. In this engaging workshop, I will demystify AI content creation and show you how to leverage powerful AI tools to grow your business.
W Cybersecurity for Small Businesses: You ARE a Target!
Joe Timbo, Beringer Technology Group
This presentation is about cybersecurity for small businesses. It will cover the basics when it comes to cybersecurity; technology, processes, policies, and other important information to keep your business safe.
11:15AM - 11:45AM
Anatomy of M&A Agreements: A Guide To Selling Your Business... Someday
Avi Sinensky, Rivkin Radler LLP
Using the framework of a typical M&A Purchase Agreement as a guide, this presentation will map out the entire M&A process and what it entails, helping you understand what to expect and how to best position your business for a sale.
11:20AM - 11:40AM
Social Media, Marketing, Advertising, PR Industry Meet-Up
11:40AM - 12:00PM
Web Services, Apps, IT, Software, Technology Industry Meet-Up
12:00PM - 12:45PM
S Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Badge Holders
12:00PM - 12:45PM FEATURED KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Unlock Success in Amazon’s Store: Insights From Local Entrepreneurs
Abby Malchow, Amazon
Michelle Askin, bloom daily planners Kaylyn DiNardo, bloom daily planners
Join us for a panel discussion moderated by Abby Malchow, Manager of Small Business Partnerships & Education at Amazon. Hear firsthand from two locally based small business owners as they share how they found success selling in Amazon’s store.
1:00PM - 1:30PM
W Conflict Without Chaos: Navigating Conflict in a Small Team
In a small business, conflict doesn’t just stay in one department—it affects everyone. Small business owners and staff must learn to navigate tension, resolve disagreements quickly, and foster a culture of open communication. Jen Fry, JenFryTalks
Teach to Sell: A Psychology-Driven System for Predictable Success
Dan Rochon, Consistent and Predictable Income Coaching
Discover the Teach to Sell framework— a proven system blending psychology, NLP, and real-world sales to build trust, guide decisions, and create predictable success. Ideal for educators, entrepreneurs, and leaders who want real, lasting impact.
The Keynote Theatre
Keynote Theatre (2nd Floor)
1:00PM - 1:20PM
M eCommerce, Manufacturers, Retail, Distributors Industry Meet-Up
1:00PM - 1:45PM
Speed Networking Session
Industry Meet-Ups (Exhibitor Hall 1st Floor)
S Speed Networking (2nd Floor)
Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Badge Holders
1:20PM - 1:40PM
Professional Services Industry Meet-Up M
1:40PM - 2:00PM
Healthcare, HR, Employee Services Industry Meet-Up M
1:45PM - 2:30PM FEATURED KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Thrive, Don’t Just Survive: The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint to Sustainable Success
Nicole Denise, meMarketing
Industry Meet-Ups (Exhibitor Hall 1st Floor)
Industry Meet-Ups (Exhibitor Hall 1st Floor)
This session will guide you through the process of creating a Business, Branding, & Well-Being plan that will help you launch & grow. You’ll develop a greater understanding of your business, what you want to achieve, and how to get there. You’ll also create a roadmap for success that you can refer back to again and again. All entrepreneurs run into the same fundamental problems. Getting stuck after having an idea, running at a loss, losing clients… The good news? This Trifecta is a 100% practical guide to branding, launching and profiting. This will help you get started with your ideas, shorten the times it takes to see results by avoiding business pitfalls and keep cash flowing. Don’t waste more time struggling with it alone. Tap into the minds of experts and scale your business.
2:00PM - 2:45PM
3:30PM - 4:00PM
Unlock Powerful Funding Strategies For 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.
Strategic Implementation of AI for Brand Dominance and Sales Growth
John Lavenia, BrandBuilderAI
Discover how AI can elevate your brand and streamline customer interactions for increased engagement and sales. Learn to leverage AI for impactful, efficient marketing and rapid growth.
Beyond the Post: Creating Content That Connects
Nicole Denise, meMarketing
Join Nicole Denise Phillip for an i nsightful 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.
3:00PM - 3:20PM
Hospitality, Travel, Transportation, Recreation Industry Meet-Up
3:00PM - 3:45PM S Speed Networking (2nd
Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Badge Holders
3:20PM - 3:40PM
Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Badge Holders
S Speed Networking (2nd Floor)
2:45PM - 3:15PM
Sales Tax Best Practices
Mark L. Stone, Sales Tax Defense
Gain essential knowledge to ensure compliance with sales and use tax requirements. We will offer clear guidance on how to properly collect, file, and remit taxes. Learn practical solutions for non-compliance, and strategies to avoid costly penalties.
Supercharge Your Social Media
Helen Polise, Socialize Inc
Supercharge Your Social Media is a presentation designed to help small businesses elevate their content creation game and achieve their social media goals through value-driven content that resonates with potential customers.
Workshop Room 1 (1st Floor)
M Government, Non-Profit, Associations, Education Industry Meet-Up
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
Gold, Platinum & VIP Badge Holders
Workshop Room 2 (1st Floor)
Keynote Theatre (2nd Floor)
