Dallas / Fort Worth Small Business Conference
November 19, 2025 10AM-5:00PM CST Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Hall A
The #1 Dallas Business Networking Event & Small Business Conference
Join us at the biggest Dallas small business conference & trade show of the year! Connect with thousands of driven business owners from across Dallas–Fort Worth, and discover new ways to increase revenue and grow your business.
Position yourself ahead of the curve at the premier DFW business event for entrepreneurs. Explore emerging trends, meet trusted vendors with the solutions you’re already seeking, and walk away with tools you can use immediately to start or scale your business.
Our Dallas business networking events offer hands-on learning and high-value, face-to-face connections. Expert speakers and peers will share practical insights to help you stay competitive, whether you’re launching a new venture or advancing an established company.
If you’re ready to take advantage of business networking events Dallas entrepreneurs rely on for real growth, this is the place to be. Register now for one of the top DFW networking events of the year.
The Best Place to Build Your Network in DFW
Dallas continues to top U.S. rankings for small-business growth, from the Design District to the booming Frisco corridor. The Small Business Expo is the only Dallas business event that brings together thousands of mentors, vendors, and investors across the Metroplex in one full day of opportunities.
You’ll meet thousands of business owners, decision-makers, and industry partners who live and work in the DFW area. Our speed networking sessions help you build relationships quickly, whether you’re based in Fort Worth, Arlington, Irving, McKinney, or anywhere in between.
The right introductions can lead to new customers, suppliers, and collaborations that drive real growth in North Texas.
Why Attend Our DFW Business Events
Learn from Iconic Leaders at the #1 Dallas Small Business Conference
Attend panels, workshops, networking events, and other sessions to transform what you know and understand about contemporary business practices. You’ll come face to face with successful Dallas entrepreneurs who are eager to share their wisdom. Grow your understanding of marketing techniques, financial management, AI automation, market trends, and more.
You’ll walk away feeling empowered, with clear next steps toward positive change and growth.
Our Dallas Small Business Conference is THE PLACE to Grow Your Business Network
The key to a successful small business expo is prioritizing connections. At the largest business conference in Dallas, you’ll meet business leaders and entrepreneurs from across the country. Every introduction had the potential to become a business partnership or collaboration with the power to change the way you do business in Texas.
You’ll attend speed networking events, where you can connect with others in your industry, leading to increased customer acquisition and new supply chain leads.
Introduce Dallas to Your Brand
When you enter the expo floor, you become an ambassador for your brand. Attending the Dallas Small Business Conference & Expo increases brand visibility, boosts authority, and establishes your business as a company to watch. Our Get Dotted ® badge system makes it easy to connect with other brands in your industry.
You’ll gain insights into the market that you can use to target and segment your Dallas leads. Remember, every expo you attend puts your brand on the radar of other entrepreneurs.
Do you offer a product or service that helps small businesses? Exhibiting at our B2B marketing events is a great opportunity to earn new business. Visit our Exhibitor Information page to learn about Sponsorship and Exhibitor opportunities at the Dallas Small Business Expo.
Find Innovative Solutions to the Problems You’re Facing Today
If you’re having a problem, you’ll meet another attendee or speaker who has successfully overcome the same hurdle on their path to success. Our industry leaders and guests have all been in your shoes. They’re eager to share the expertise that helped them grow their reach, expand their business, and thrive in their industry.
We constantly connect business owners to leaders who can transform their mindsets and help them reach new heights.
Gain Inspiration from Dallas Business Success Stories
Getting to the next level with your business isn’t just a matter of clearing hurdles and solving problems. Attendees at the Dallas Small Business Expo leave with new confidence and actionable steps toward growth. Why? Attendees hear from successful business leaders, industry experts, and speakers who will paint a realistic picture of the ups and downs of climbing toward small business success.
These empowering sessions keep business owners moving forward, helping boost momentum on the journey to growth.
Receive Exclusive Promotions & Offers at Our Dallas Business Events
Our Dallas Small Business Conference & Expo often feature exclusive offers from vendors and sponsors that can benefit your business. From discounted services to free resources, these offers can save you money and provide the tools you need to grow your business.
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Attend Workshops Led by Industry Experts
Expand Your Network
Learn from Amazing Keynote Speakers
Market Your Business
Meet Vendors to Help Grow Your Business
Keynote Speakers
Nicole Denise meMarketing
Nicole Denise Phillip is a highly successful entrepreneur and CEO. She is the CEO of Ministry Event Marketing (meMarketing) Brand Agency and the founder of Nicole Michelle Collection, a brand that empowers women to live boldly and freely. With her extensive ex...
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Dave Charest Director of Small Business Success, Constant Contact
Dave Charest is Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact, the online marketing leader trusted by millions of small businesses. In his role, Dave acts as an educator and an advocate for small business leaders, marketing professionals, and nonprofi...
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Workshop Speakers
Navonna Morrison OpenClassrooms
As Director of Workforce Development, my dedication lies in aiding businesses in overcoming their talent hurdles, whether it be addressing skills gaps, enhancing talent productivity, tackling shortages, or advancing DE&I initiatives through educational ini...
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Yusef Muhammad SCORE
Voted as The SBA Minority Small Business Champion of the Year, by The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), City of Houston, “Champion of Diversity” and recipient of the “Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition.” Yusef Muhammad, is an award-winnin...
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Joe Moghaizel Aligned Speaker Academy
Joe 'Mr. AllwaysGood' Moghaizel is an award-winning international speaker, and bestselling author. His mission is to positively impact a billion lives by helping entrepreneurs overcome their fear of sales and public speaking, enabling them to thrive in their b...
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Gini Trask Aligned Speaker Academy
Born into a family of entrepreneurs, business is simply second nature to Gini. She began her first business at the age of 16 and never stopped. She has owned and grown numerous small businesses from incubation into the multi millions and continues to help othe...
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Tamika Franklyn Precision Franchise
Tamika is a seasoned franchise consultant with over a decade of experience in sales, business development, and franchising. She specializes in guiding aspiring entrepreneurs through the complex world of franchising, helping them identify the right opportunitie...
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Ron Harris Financial Literacy Group
Ron Harris, MBA, MBE, Certified Financial Educator (CFEI), Author, Insurance Professional and CEO of Financial Literacy Group, LLC, was born in Los Angeles, CA. Ron earned a master's degree in global marketing and communications at the University of Essex, UK....
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Vanessa Jackson Verizon
Calvin and Vanessa Jackson, the heart and soul behind The Lemon Ad Stand, have woven their lives and careers into a vivid narrative of creativity, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit. This duo, bound by mutual ambition and marriage, has created more than ju...
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Calvin Jackson Verizon
Calvin and Vanessa Jackson, the heart and soul behind The Lemon Ad Stand, have woven their lives and careers into a vivid narrative of creativity, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit. This duo, bound by mutual ambition and marriage, has created more than ju...
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VR Small Veteran Women's Enterprise Center (VWEC)
VR Small knows how to turn vision into reality. As the Founder and CEO of the Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center (VWEC)—a national initiative empowering entrepreneur women associated with the military to scale successfully—VR is driving social and economic chan...
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Sean Olson Renogize Professional Coaching
Sean Olson is a keynote speaker, executive coach, and author with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and teams reach their full potential and effectiveness. He is the co-founder and CEO of Renogize Professional Coaching. Renogize provides executiv...
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Michael Clanin O.N.C.E. Business Strategies
Michael has over two decades of experience in the financial and insurance industry, specializing in tax-free wealth creation, lifetime income strategies, strategic business structures, retirement and legacy planning. A passionate advocate for protecting his cl...
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Susan Wolrab O.N.C.E. Business Strategies
Whether it’s for your personal wealth or business assets, protecting what you’ve built requires the right knowledge, resources, and careful strategic planning. Regardless of if you're growing your family legacy, preparing for retirement, transitioning or selli...
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Riley Hoogendoorn Hoagy Marketing
Riley Hoogendoorn founded Hoagy Marketing after a long journey of working with large and small companies to grow their revenues to new heights through powerful digital marketing tactics, such as search engine optimization, advertising, email marketing, social ...
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Dan Ostler Lightning Kite
Dan Ostler is the President of Lightning Kite, a custom software development agency helping small and medium-sized businesses turn bold ideas into powerful apps, platforms, and internal tools. With a background that spans IT leadership, customer service, and e...
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Jennifer Hines Accelerated Sales & Leadership
Jennifer Hines is the founder of Accelerated Sales & Leadership, Inc. (ASLI) and has spent more than two decades helping businesses of all sizes accelerate growth by building stronger sales teams and leadership. She previously founded and scaled a sales...
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Rasmus Barfred Shark Tank Success Story
Rasmus Barfred is the CEO and Co-founder of THEMAGIC5, a global leader in custom-fit swim goggles powered by advanced facial scanning and AI technology. Under his leadership, THEMAGIC5 has evolved from a tech-driven startup into a rapidly growing consumer bran...
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Douglas Marshall Shark Tank Success Story
Douglas Maxwell Marshall is a seasoned entrepreneur, public speaker, and business leader based in Dallas, Texas. With a career that spans real estate services, consumer products, and community engagement, Douglas brings energy, innovation, and integrity to eve...
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YveCar Momperousse Shark Tank Success Story
Yve-Car Momperousse is the visionary Co-founder of Kreyòl Essence, a pioneering beauty brand that brings Haiti’s rich agricultural heritage to the world with 100% natural, ethically sourced products. Her mission is not only to cater to those with curly, dry ha...
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Chess Woods Ambetter Health
Chess presently serves as Business Development Manager for Ambetter Health, a division of Centene Corporation, in the states of Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas. Chess holds professional degrees from the University of Mississippi School of Law (Juris...
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Stephanie Schifano Paychex
Stephanie Schifano is a Sr. Marketing Manager with Paychex and focuses on developing educational content to support Paychex clients so they can grow their businesses. Stephanie holds, an MBA in Executive Leadership and a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies, bot...
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Phil Workman Fisher Investments
Phil Workman currently serves as a Financial Planning Counselor for Fisher Investments and previously worked in advisor, training, and managerial capacities for the firm. Phil has a bachelor’s degree in business/finance and became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER...
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Jeffrey Eichenlaub SMB Dynamics
Jeffrey Eichenlaub is the Vice President and Co-Founder of SMB Dynamics, a company dedicated to helping small and medium businesses thrive through digital enablement. With over 25 years of experience in CRM strategy and implementation, Jeffrey has been at the ...
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Dallas / Fort Worth show agenda
Plan your day at Small Business Expo Dallas / Fort Worth. Attend Business-Building Workshops, Speed Networking Sessions & Industry Expert Keynote Presentations.
November 19, 202510AM-5:00PM CST
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Hall A
SMALL BUSINESS EXPO OPEN
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Workshop Room 5
Industry Meet-Up Networking Session
SMALL BUSINESS EXPO OPEN
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Workshop Room 5
Industry Meet-Up Networking Session
Industry Meet-Up Networking Session
Speed Networking
Industry Meet-Up Networking Session
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Workshop Room 3
Workshop Room 4
Workshop Room 5
Industry Meet-Up Networking Session
Keynote Theatre
Speed Networking
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Workshop Room 4
Workshop Room 5
Industry Meet-Up Networking Session
Speed Networking
Industry Meet-Up Networking Session
Industry Meet-Up Networking Session
Speed Networking
Workshop Room 1
Workshop Room 2
Workshop Room 4
Workshop Room 5
Industry Meet-Up Networking Session
Speed Networking
Industry Meet-Up Networking Session
Workshop Room 1
Workshop Room 3
Workshop Room 4
Workshop Room 5
Industry Meet-Up Networking Session
Gold, Platinum, and VIP Badges Only
DALLAS / FORT WORTH EXHIBITORS & FLOOR PLAN
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Workshop Schedule, Exhibitors, Floorplan & Offers from our Supporters!
DISCOVER NEW VENDORS AND BUILD YOUR BUSINESS NETWORK
Meet with Exhibitors that provide Innovative Products & Services to Help Build Your Business. Connect with other successful business owners and get inspired.
SHOP NEW PRODUCTS TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS
GET INSPIRED
FIND NEW VENDORS
BUILD NEW RELATIONSHIPS
LEARN FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS
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Easily locate & connect with attendees in different industries using our special Color-Code System. A Dotted® badge will be provided when you check in.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Dallas / Fort Worth Small Business Expo is a dynamic event. We aim to provide entrepreneurs in the DFW area with growth opportunities. Small Business Expo Dallas serves as a platform for the following:
- Showcasing products
- Accessing resources
- Interactive seminars
- Workshops
- Speed networking sessions
- And more
Attendees have the chance to connect with potential clients, partners, and industry experts. They’ll gain valuable insights into market trends and innovative solutions.
The Dallas / Fort Worth Small Business Expo fosters a supportive environment. The expo promotes collaboration and provides a valuable space for businesses to thrive and expand.
The Dallas / Fort Worth Small Business Expo 2025 will be held on November 19, 2025. Events will occur from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST. All events take place at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Hall C. Check-in opens at 9:30 AM.
Small Business Expo Dallas / Fort Worth goes beyond standard networking. Attendees tap into local market trends, connect with industry leaders, and access resources to sculpt their business path. These exciting opportunities to elevate your business prospects make attending the Expo a savvy investment in your future.
Visit our Exhibitor Information page for everything you need to know about sponsoring or exhibiting at the Expo.
Easily register for the Dallas / Fort Worth Small Business Expo on the event page. Click “Register (or upgrade)” to finalize your registration.
Venue parking is offered at no cost at the Dallas / Fort Worth Small Business Expo. It is recommended that you arrive early, as spaces may be limited.
Absolutely! Attendees can actively connect with local Dallas / Fort Worth businesses and organizations at the Small Business Expo. At the Dallas / Fort Worth Small Business Expo, attendees immerse themselves in the community's pulse. They establish meaningful and fruitful connections with various enterprises throughout the DFW area.
The Dallas / Fort Worth Small Business Expo welcomes entrepreneurs at all stages. Attendees gain valuable knowledge, build genuine connections, and amass the resources necessary to propel your business forward.
Registering for the Expo grants you access to our convenient, easy-to-use event app. There, you can customize your itinerary and secure your place at any of the exciting workshops and presentations.
Most networking events in Dallas focus on smaller groups or niche industries. The Small Business Expo is the largest DFW business event, connecting thousands of owners, decision-makers, and solution providers across industries, all in a single day with high-impact learning and structured networking.
Not at all, all stages are welcome! Whether you’re still in the planning phase, recently launched, or scaling fast, the sessions and networking are designed to provide next steps tailored to your stage.
Absolutely. Many attendees are consultants, creators, independent agents, or in early-growth mode. You’ll find workshops, contacts, and resources that help you level up without needing a large team.
You’ll meet a wide mix:
- Retailers, restaurants & hospitality businesses
- Tech startups from Plano, Frisco & Richardson
- Home service providers, contractors & trades
- Health, beauty & wellness professionals
- Legal, finance & business service providers
- E-commerce and digital brands
If you serve customers in the DFW area, this event is for you.
We offer different ticket levels, including free access to the expo floor and networking. Upgraded badges are available for attendees who want VIP seating, advanced workshops, and additional perks.
- Plenty of business cards
- A quick intro pitch about what you do
- Questions or challenges you’re looking to solve
- Comfortable shoes; you’ll be connecting a lot
Optional but smart: a follow-up plan for the contacts you’ll make.
Exhibitors gain direct access to small business buyers actively looking for solutions. It’s a high-traffic, business-focused environment designed to generate leads, spark partnerships, and increase visibility across the Dallas/Fort Worth market.
No, many people travel from across North Texas and beyond. We regularly welcome guests from Fort Worth, Arlington, Denton, Waco, Oklahoma City, and other nearby business communities.
Yes. Speakers and panelists share real insights from building businesses in the Dallas economy, including hiring in a tight labor market, local supply chain solutions, and reaching DFW audiences more effectively.