The National Urban League’s Small Business Matters Entrepreneurship Summit, a dynamic and interactive event designed exclusively for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs, will take place on Saturday, July 29, as part of the National Urban League 2023 Conference.
Marriott Marquis Houston to Host One-Day Summit for Small Business Owners and Aspiring Entrepreneurs
HOUSTON, TEXAS – The National Urban League’s Small Business Matters Entrepreneurship Summit, a dynamic and interactive event designed exclusively for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs, will take place on Saturday, July 29, as part of the National Urban League 2023 Conference.
The day is filled with valuable workshops and networking opportunities, carefully curated to empower, and equip business owners with the necessary tools for success. Speakers include some of the nation’s most accomplished executives, entrepreneurs, and experts as they share their knowledge and experiences. Workshops cover essential topics such as money management, effective business leadership, and impactful marketing strategies.
The day kicks off with a Networking Breakfast, where like-minded individuals can connect and enter raffles for exciting prizes. The Connection Zone provides access to valuable resources from both the private and public sectors.
The Summit’s highlight is the thrilling Pitch Competition, where ambitious entrepreneurs will compete for cash and prizes that can propel their businesses forward.
The Small Business Matters Entrepreneurship Summit is completely FREE, but advance registration is required due to limited space.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, July 29, 2023
Time: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Location: Marriott Marquis Houston
1777 Walker Street, Houston, TX
For more information and to register for the summit, visit our website at Register | National Urban League Annual Conference (iamempowered.com)
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Schedule:
8:00 AM to 9:30 AM – Small Business Matters: Registration + Networking Breakfast
9:30 AM to 10:15 AM – Small Business Matters: Welcome & Opening Remarks
10:30 AM to 11:45 AM – Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses: Pathways to Growth
10:30 AM to 11:45 AM – Diversity: A Wealth Building Strategy for Entrepreneurship
10:30 AM to 11:45 AM – Scaling Your Superpowers: Culture is Big Business
10:30 AM to 11:45 AM – Small Business Matters: Management Workshop #3
10:30 AM to 11:45 AM – Small Business Matters: Management Workshop #2
11:45 AM to 1:00 PM – Small Business Matters: Management Workshop #1 – How to Navigate Rising Interest Rates
11:45 AM to 1:00 PM – Safeguarding Your Business, Securing Your Legacy
11:45 AM to 1:00 PM – The 4 “Cs” of the SBA
1:05 PM to 2:30 PM – Small Business Matters: Luncheon & Business Pitch Competition
2:45 PM to 4:00 PM – Secure the Brand: Best Practices in Marketing and Business Development for Entrepreneurs
2:45 PM to 4:00 PM – Shake Up Your Marketing Mindset, the Game Has Changed!
2:45 PM to 4:00 PM – Small Business Matters: Let’s Go Global!
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM – Small Business Matters Mixer