2026 State of Small Business Symposium
June 24 @ 1:00 pm – June 25 @ 1:30 pm EDT
Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy, employing nearly half of all workers, supporting job creation, and building vibrant communities across the nation. Organizations like yours play a vital role in supporting their success. Join us for an important conversation that will uplift data, allow participants to share experiences, and highlight opportunities to support this crucial sector. Leave with fresh strategies, deeper insights, and new connections that will strengthen your work.
Why attend
- Hear up-to-date information about current trends impacting small businesses. Topics may include access to credit, AI impacts, rural communities’ needs, navigating the costs of goods and services, and evolving consumer choices.
- Gain insight into local challenges and opportunities for small businesses and small business intermediaries across the United States.
- Learn more about innovative strategies and solutions that are supporting small businesses nationwide.
- Build relationships with stakeholders across geographies.
Who should attend
The symposium will feature key discussions on regional and national topics relevant to small businesses. It’s the right place to be for
- small business support organizations
- lenders
- administrators of small business programs
- local government staffers
Seats are limited. Register today to secure your place. Register by June 5, 2026 3:59 pm.
Agenda
Wednesday, June 24th
- 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Check In | Registration
- 2:00p.m. – 5:15 p.m. Conference
- 5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Networking Reception
Thursday, June 25th
- 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Check In | Continental Breakfast
- 9:00 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. Conference
- 12:10 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. – Lunch | Participant Reflections