OCTOBER 30, 2025
PALMER EVENTS 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 Beyond the Post: Creating Content That
Connects
Nicole Denise Phillip, meMarketing
Join Nicole Denise Phillip for an insightful 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.
W Smarter Customer Management for Business Growth
Rita Thakur, Smart Tech Inc
Unlock Customer Management, a critical Rev Ops lever, the key to business growth! Join us for proven strategies and low-cost tech to find, acquire, grow, and retain customers. Boost loyalty and revenue with smart, scalable solutions. Don’t miss out!
10:40AM - 11:00AM Franchises Industry Meet-Up M
11:00AM - 11:20AM Banking, Insurance, Real Estate, Finance, Investors Industry Meet-Up M
11:00AM - 11:45AM
S Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
11:15AM - 11:45AM
W Powering Your Business Growth with Smart Branding & Digital Marketing
Carolina Villarreal, Verizon
How visual elements, tone, style, and storytelling shape brand perception. Learn how to master brand storytelling, launch a high-impact digital marketing campaign on a budget, and implement DIY digital marketing strategies cost-effectively.
W Growth by Design: Meet Customer Expectations & Unlock Revenue
Xhelil Vukel, BackdPayments
Modern buyers expect speed, clarity, and experiences that meet expectations. Learn how to map the customer journey, improve the buyer experience, and leverage strategic partnerships to lift conversion, raise average order value, and drive new revenue.
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 Only
12:00PM - 12:45PM FEATURED KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Shark Tank Success Stories: Behind the Pitch — A Candid Conversation With Successful Founders
Nicole Denise, meMarketing
Kirby Holmes, K9 Mask Yve-Car Momperousse, Kreyòl Essence
Dive “behind the tank” with entrepreneurs who landed deals on ABC’s hit show Shark Tank as they share how they turned bold ideas into booming businesses. Discover their inspiring journeys, key lessons, and powerful strategies for overcoming challenges and scaling success. Moderated by Nicole Denise, an Entrepreneurial Powerhouse and Brand Strategist.
1:00PM - 1:30PM
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Lead Gen Mastery: How 2 Podcast Interviews A Week Can Transform Your Business
Gini Trask, Need A Guest Joe Moghaizel, Need A Guest
Discover how to design a clear, strategic, and scalable business model that fits your tier of service—budget, standard, or premium. Includes worksheets, examples, a free online course, and practical tools to align client value with business clarity.
How Small Businesses Build
and
Maintain Credit
Lee Harris, Texas Capital Bank
Is there a connection between your credit and that of your business? What do banks consider when measuring the credit capability of a small business?
Find out how to build the kind of credit that will get your business funded.
The Keynote Theatre
Shark Tank is a registered trademark of Sony Pictures Television Inc. and ABC. This event is not affiliated with or endorsed by Shark Tank, Sony Pictures, or ABC.
Keynote Theatre (Floor 2)
1:00PM - 1:20PM
M eCommerce, Manufacturers, Retail, Distributors Industry Meet-Up
1:00PM - 1:45PM
S Speed Networking Session Silver, Gold, Platinum & VIP Only
1:20PM - 1:40PM
1:40PM - 2:00PM
1:45PM - 2:30PM
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
2:45PM - 3:15PM
Strengthen
Your Business with Bitcoin
Stephen Cole, Castle
SMBs nationwide are starting to use bitcoin as a way to save, to protect from inflation and supercharge their growth. Come learn about bitcoin, what it offers as a treasury asset, and how to understand whether it’s right for your business.
Cash Flow, Compliance and Culture: The Three C’s Advantage
Rachel Guillot, Ginger Lee Solutions
Operations may not sound sexy but you know what does? Increased profitability! Learn how a basic understanding of real-time financials insight, streamlined processes and vibrant team ethos can accelerate growth while managing risks.
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
Ditch Social Media: Create Evergreen Leads with 2 Podcasts A Week
Gini Trask, Need A Guest Joe Moghaizel, Need A Guest
Are you sick and tired of trying to get leads from social media? What if you could create consistent leads and sales, week in and week out with just 2 simple steps? Learn how we generated over $1M in revenue without even having a website.
Profit First: Freedom Always
Randall Klein, Next Tax Advisors
Business owners need to stop thinking that profit is what is left over after the bills are paid. There are NO leftovers. Instead, we’ll show you steps to build long-term Wealth. Freedom is the goal. Are you ready to go there?
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 Only
