ZACHARY W. LEZBERG

ZACHARY W. LEZBERG FOUNDER & CEO, SMALL BUSINESS EXPO

Zachary W. Lezberg is a nationally recognized entrepreneur and one of the leading voices for small business growth in America. A lifelong business innovator, Zach launched his first venture — a DJ company — at just 11 years old and has been building and scaling businesses ever since.

A proud graduate of the University of Miami, where he earned degrees in Film Producing, Theatre Producing & Management & Business Management, Zach quickly established himself as a creative force. He founded Quantum Entertainment, a student production company that became a campus institution, before launching his professional career with prominent roles at NBC’s Fear Factor, Universal Studios’ film production group, and a top Broadway producing firm known for smash hits like Wicked.

In 2008, Zach turned his focus to solving a major problem facing entrepreneurs: the lack of a centralized, accessible community for small business owners. What began as a single trade show in New York City has grown into Small Business Expo, now the nation’s largest business-to-business networking event, conference & trade show, hosted annually in every major U.S. business hub.

Today, Small Business Expo engages over 1.2 million entrepreneurs and small business owners every year through live events, online education, and a robust digital community. Zach’s mission is to give entrepreneurs everything they need — education, strategy, networking, and resources — all in one place so they can grow faster and smarter.

Beyond the Expo, Zach has built a suite of platforms designed to help entrepreneurs succeed:

       Small Business University – Daily webinars offering expert insights and training

       Shmooze – A powerful online networking platform for small business owners

       The Best of Small Business Awards – Honoring visionaries and innovators each year

Widely regarded as a trusted authority on entrepreneurship, Zach is a sought-after speaker, media contributor, event producer and thought leader. His work empowers entrepreneurs from the “wantrepreneur” just starting out to seasoned business owners & CEOs scaling for growth — making him one of the most influential champions for small business in the Country.