EVENTS CENTER NOVEMBER 14, 2024
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. (Gold, Platinum, VIP & Elite Badges)
OUR SPONSORS
EXHIBIT
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 & Elite 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
2025 TOUR
M 10:30AM - 11:00AM
TODAY’S AGENDA
W Crucial Tax Tips for Entrepreneurs Starting and Operating a Business
Christine Footit, Internal Revenue Service
Tired of being a backseat driver with your small business taxes? It’s time to take the wheel! Join us to revolutionize your tax handling with expert strategies and insider tips. Navigate tax challenges with confidence and steer your business toward a profitable, tax-trouble-free future!
W
Using AI to Increase Your Web Search Rankings & Get More Website Visitors
Daniel Bisett, We Rock DM
Tricia Ulberg, We Rock DM
Supercharge your SEO and website content game by tapping into the power of AI! Learn AI-driven keyword research, content optimization, and competitive analysis. Gain practical insights and tools to boost your digital marketing efforts.
M 10:40AM - 11:00AM
11:00AM - 11:20AM Banking, Insurance, Real Estate, Finance, Investors Industry Meet-Up
11:00AM - 11:45AM
S Speed Networking Session Gold, Platinum, VIP & Elite Badge Holders
11:15AM - 11:45AM
W How Small Businesses Obtain Credit
Lee Harris, Texas Capital Bank
Join this session to learn how small businesses build and maintain credit, how financial institutions measure a business’ credit capabilities, and the connection between personal and business credit.
W How PR Can Turn Your Brand into a Multi-Million Dollar Empire
Marin Richardson, Disrupt PR Workshop
Ever wonder how a small brand can be transformed into a multi-million dollar empire, all with the right public image? Join Marin Richardson, former national journalist and CEO+Founder of award-winning PR agency Disrupt PR as she provides her expert insight on how to use the media to get what you want, build brands, and be SEEN. Learn how to take the right steps to break barriers in your industry and embrace what it means to truly DISRUPT. Every entrepreneur can benefit from the authority and credibility of a longstanding PR expert. Richardson is ready to spill the tea on all the industry’s tips and secrets!
11:20AM - 11:40AM
M Social Media, Marketing, Advertising, PR Industry Meet-Up
M Web Services, Apps, IT, Software, Technology Industry Meet-Up
12:00PM - 12:45PM
Speed Networking Session Gold, Platinum, VIP & Elite Badge Holders 11:40AM - 12:00PM
12:00PM - 12:45PM FEATURED KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Thrive, Don’t Just Survive: The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint to Sustainable
Success
Nicole Denise, meMarketing
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.
1:00PM - 1:30PM
2 (Level 2)
W Don’t Break Your Bank: Money Management for Successful Businesses
Julie Macaluso, Amplify Credit Union
Managing your daily cash flow and large-scale financial decisions is called treasury management. If you didn’t know that, don’t panic! Just be in this course where Julie is breaking down the basics specifically for small biz beginners.
W Own the Spaces You’re In With Local SEO That Works
Amanda Jordan, RicketyRoo
Still handling SEO as if you have one location, when you’ve actually expanded? Get advanced strategies now for leveraging local SEO to enhance online visibility, attract high-intent customers, and drive tangible growth across your multiple locations.
1:00PM - 1:45PM
S Speed Networking Session Gold, Platinum, VIP & Elite Badge Holders
1:20PM - 1:40PM
M Professional Services Industry Meet-Up
1:40PM - 2:00PM
M Healthcare, HR, Employee Services Industry Meet-Up
1:45PM - 2:30PM
From Shark Tank to Top Tycoon: Navigating the Waters of Entrepreneurship
Industry Meet-Ups
Industry Meet-Ups
Jay Kriner, Entrepreneur featured on Shark Tank
Join Shark Tank alum Jay Kriner on his entrepreneurial journey from pitching a beverage-holding belt buckle to becoming a celebrated serial entrepreneur and author. Gain insights into engaging investors, captivating audiences, and turning ideas into viable ventures. Learn essential strategies for starting or growing a business, from leveraging media exposure to scaling diverse ventures. This session will inspire you to channel your inner shark, offering knowledge and inspiration for pursuing your business dreams with confidence.
2:00PM - 2:45PM
S Speed Networking Speed Networking Session Gold, Platinum, VIP & Elite Badge Holders
2:45PM - 3:30PM
W How to Make Your Business Travel More Rewarding
Flora Wang, Delta Air Lines
Embark on a journey of unparalleled rewards and seamless travel management tailored specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises! Our dynamic travel loyalty program promises exclusive perks and an array of comprehensive resources designed to revolutionize your business travel experience. As your dedicated partner, we specialize in delivering flexible, customizable solutions that cater to your unique needs, regardless of scale. From optimizing budgets to enhancing traveler satisfaction, we’re committed to elevating every aspect of your journey. Say goodbye to cookie-cutter solutions and hello to a world of tailored excellence. Join forces with us and unlock a realm of possibilities where your business can thrive like never before!
2:45PM - 3:15PM
W Is Your Brand Everywhere? It Should Be. How to Market Your Business
Christine McAvoy, Brevo
From physical store to digital storefront, events to check-out, does your brand consistently show up in its best form?
Come see how to grow your biz with a successful omnichannel approach to marketing, based on real-world examples that worked.
2:45PM - 3:15PM
W
The 5 Secrets of a Phenomenal Business
Howard Partridge, Phenomenal Business Coaching
Discover the 5 Secrets of a Phenomenal Business. Get a 50-point checklist to rate your current business systems against ideal benchmarks, creating a roadmap to a more predictable, profitable business that offers greater freedom in your life!
3:30PM - 4:00PM
W Plan Your Work, Work Your Plan
Mike Haldane, MarketWise Advising
Strategic planning, while sometimes considered too “academic,” is critical to enabling revenue growth, because let’s face it, without a plan, busyness will occur, but nothing strategic will get done.
W Speak & Sell From Stage: Align with Authority & Maximize Your Profits
Gini Trask, Aligned Speaker Academy
Joe Moghaizel, Aligned Speaker Academy
Tired of one-on-one sales calls? It’s time to change the conversation from one-on-one to one-to-many. Public speaking is the fastest, easiest, and least expensive way to grow your business. Align to your authority & watch your sales skyrocket!
3:00PM - 3:20PM
Hospitality, Travel, Transportation, Recreation Industry Meet-Up
3:00PM - 3:45PM
Speed Networking Session Gold, Platinum, VIP & Elite Badge Holders
3:20PM - 3:40PM
Government, Non-Profit, Associations, Education Industry Meet-Up
3:40PM - 4:00PM
Art, Entertainment, Creative, Designer Industry Meet-Up
4:00PM - 5:00PM H Networking Happy Hour
End your day in a more casual and fun networking environment. Gold, Platinum, VIP, Elite & Exhibitors Only
