Attend One of the Top Philadelphia Networking Events
Welcome to one of the most trusted business networking events in Philadelphia! Join us in connecting Philadelphia’s Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs with industry leaders and potential partners. The Small Business Expo is more than an ordinary trade show. It’s a catalyst for innovation and success right in the heart of the City of Brotherly Love.
This year’s Philadelphia business networking event takes place at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks. Events will take place on March 25, 2026, from 10 AM to 5:00 p.m. EST. It is a hub for entrepreneurs to connect and boost their revenue.
Learn about and how to register to Exhibit at the Show!
What to Expect at Our Philadelphia Trade Show & Networking Events
The Small Business Expo is known for hosting one of the region’s most valuable Philadelphia networking events, offering a full day of business education, marketing insights, community connections, and hands-on learning.
Whether you’re growing an established company or launching something new, every session, workshop, and interaction is geared toward helping you thrive in the Philly market—one of the most dynamic and opportunity-rich regions for small businesses.
Below is a closer look at what you’ll experience at this must-attend Philadelphia entrepreneur event.
Grow Your Network in Philadelphia
All effective B2B marketing is built on a foundation of relationships. At our business networking events in Philadelphia, you’ll forge bonds that lead to partnerships and collaborations. That’s vital for discovering new paths for revenue and business growth.
As the largest gathering of SMBs, you’ll meet thought leaders across industries. Every handshake is the beginning of an impactful, long-term connection. Step one is entering the room.
Expand Your Business Expertise
The success of your business begins with you. At our Philadelphia small business expo, you’ll attend free workshops, panels, and Q&A sessions all day long. You have the power to curate your day to gain the knowledge you need to grow. You’ll leave the event with priceless insights and innovative tactics that you can apply to your business immediately.
Learn from Successful Philadelphia-Based Entrepreneurs
At Small Business Expo Philadelphia, you will have the unique opportunity to learn from successful entrepreneurs. These professionals have been in your shoes and have overcome the challenges of running a small business. Plus, through speed networking and other events, you can ask questions about the challenges you’re facing now. The insights and advice you’ll glean are priceless.
Take Advantage of Exclusive Offers
Our Trade Show Networking Events often feature exclusive offers from vendors and sponsors. Take advantage of discounted services and free resources to benefit your business. These offers can save money and provide the tools you need to grow your business.
The Small Business Trade Show is a must-attend for any business owner looking to increase their revenue and grow their business. The benefits are endless. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with other professionals, gain valuable insights, and showcase your brand.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to take your business to new heights. Please register for our next Business Event today and unlock the full potential of your business!
Register Today for the Philadelphia Small Business Expo and Trade Show
Exhibit Your Brand at the Philadelphia, PA Event
Exhibiting at the Small Business Expo places your brand in front of a motivated, high-intent audience, making it one of the best opportunities for business networking events Philadelphia entrepreneurs rely on each year.
Exhibit to Connect
Face-to-face engagement matters in a relationship-driven market like Philadelphia. Exhibiting allows you to build trust quickly, understand customer needs, and communicate your value directly.
Exhibit for Visibility & Qualified Sales Leads
Your products and services will be showcased to a diverse group of business owners:
– Retail
– Professional services
– Finance
– Tech
– Business Funding
– Trades
– Hospitality
– Nonprofits & Government Organizations
This is one of the few Philadelphia business networking events where you can consistently reach decision-makers at scale.
Exhibit for Growth
Use your exhibit space to introduce new offerings, highlight unique features, and build brand awareness. For many small businesses, this expo becomes one of their highest-ROI marketing efforts of the year.
Exhibit for Results
Increased visibility leads to increased customer interest, and often, increased revenue. If you want to expand your presence in the Greater Philadelphia market, exhibiting here is a strategic move.
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We can’t wait to see you at our next Business Networking Event!
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
Precious Williams CEO, The Perfect Pitch Group
Precious L. Williams, proud Founder and CEO of the Perfect Pitch Group, is a 13-time national elevator pitch champion, 5x #1 bestselling author, and international professional speaker. Besides training entrepreneurs, business leaders, and professionals, she...
Read MoreNicole Denise Brand Intelligence Strategist & CEO, CoAgency
Nicole Denise Phillip is a Brand Intelligence Strategist and founder of CoAgency, where she helps coaches, consultants, and online service experts turn clarity into consistent conversion. Through her Intelligence Pillars framework — Business Intelligence, A...
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Braxton Fleming CEO, Stealth Bros & Co. and Shark Tank Success Story
Braxton T. Fleming is the founder and CEO of Stealth Bros & Co., a pioneering brand that designs discreet medical storage solutions for individuals managing ongoing medical needs. His company gained national recognition after appearing on ABC’s Shark Tank,...
Read MoreJuan Salinas CEO, Perfect Life Nutrition & Shark Tank Success Story
Dr. Juan Salinas is the founder and CEO of Perfect Life Nutrition Inc, the manufacturer of P-nuff Crunch Snacks, a Navy Bean and Peanut-based protein puff snack. A native of Honduras and now a resident of New Jersey, he holds a Masters and PhD in Food Science ...
Read MoreJulia Bocchese Julia Renee Consulting
Julia Bocchese is an SEO, Pinterest, and AI Search Consultant and the founder of Julia Renee Consulting. She helps creative entrepreneurs and service-based businesses get found organically through practical strategies for Google, Pinterest, and AI search tools...
Read MoreFreddie Butler III Venture to Bloom
Kristen Noelle and Freddie Butler III co-founded Venture to Bloom, a revenue-focused content studio in the DC/Maryland/Virginia area that helps small business owners show up professionally and get found by the clients they deserve. Kristen brings over a dec...
Read MoreKristen Noelle Venture to Bloom
Kristen Noelle and Freddie Butler III co-founded Venture to Bloom, a revenue-focused content studio in the DC/Maryland/Virginia area that helps small business owners show up professionally and get found by the clients they deserve. Kristen brings over a dec...
Read MoreMeggan Ciaccia Ciaccia CPA
Meggan Ciaccia, CPA, is a distinguished professional with over two decades of expertise in diversified accounting, taxation, and advisory services. As the Shareholder of Ciaccia CPA, Meggan has dedicated her career to assisting a wide range of clients, fosteri...
Read MoreJosh Dambman Amplore
Josh Dambman is a veteran e-commerce strategist who has been navigating online e-commerce marketplaces since 2017. He co-founded Amplore, a company that specializes in helping small brands succeed on Amazon.com. Josh and his team have used their knowledge and ...
Read MoreCajua Robinson Amplore
Cajua Robinson is a veteran e-commerce strategist who has been navigating online e-commerce marketplaces since 2017. He co-founded Amplore, a company that specializes in helping small brands succeed on Amazon.com. Cajua and his team have used their knowledge a...
Read MoreNicole Denise Brand Intelligence Strategist & CEO, CoAgency
Nicole Denise Phillip is a Brand Intelligence Strategist and founder of CoAgency, where she helps coaches, consultants, and online service experts turn clarity into consistent conversion. Through her Intelligence Pillars framework — Business Intelligence, A...
Read MoreMelinda Emerson Verizon
Melinda Emerson, “SmallBizLady” is regarded as America’s #1 Small Business Expert. She is an internationally renowned keynote speaker on small business development, social media selling, and marketing strategy. As CEO of Quintessence Group, her marketing consu...
Read MoreRichard Furlong Internal Revenue Service
Mr. Furlong is a Senior Stakeholder Liaison in the Stakeholder Liaison office of the Internal Revenue Service Communications & Liaison Division. Stakeholder Liaison serves as the primary IRS field liaison office to tax practitioner and small business indus...
Read MoreSteve Gordon Million Dollar Author
Steve Gordon is the founder of Million Dollar Author, where he and his team help ambitious entrepreneurs get more credibility, land more clients, and create “category of one” positioning using a bestselling book in 90 days. Steve is the author of five books, i...
Read MoreNichole Kelly True North Growth Labs
Nichole Kelly is a growth strategist, entrepreneur, and founder who helps companies build scalable revenue engines. She has spent more than two decades helping businesses grow, optimize sales and marketing systems, and prepare for successful exits. Nichole is ...
Read MoreJacob Kleinman Phillips Touchpoint Design
Jacob Kleinman Phillips is a Brand Design Strategist, storyteller, and the Founder of Touchpoint Design, a design agency that helps purpose-driven leaders build Brands That Rally. He works with small businesses and nonprofits to turn fuzzy ideas into clear, co...
Read MoreYusef 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...
Read MoreChristopher Salem Sustainable Success Coaching & Consulting
Chris Salem is a seasoned business acceleration and value proposition strategist known for helping leaders and organizations create compelling messages that resonate deeply with their target audiences. As a professional keynote speaker, Chris empowers audience...
Read MoreJosh Sanchez DFRNT Studio
Josh Sanchez is an entrepreneur and media strategist recognized by Forbes’ The Culture as one of the Top Emerging Entrepreneurs. A serial founder, Josh sold his first company at just 24 and has since consulted for some of the largest companies in Silicon Slope...
Read MoreLynette Stevenson DALS Credit Solutions Co
DALS Credit Solutions Co., founded in 2019, is led by the respected founder, Lynette T. Stevenson, a thought leader in credit management, economic development, and government contracting. She has spoken at major conferences, including the Small Business Expo, ...
Read MoreJim Thompson Bright Trail Customer Development
Jim Thompson spent two decades helping brands earn attention as a content leader at Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, Fox Interactive, and Modern Luxury, and helped guide VaynerMedia CEO Gary Vaynerchuk’s personal brand team. Along the way, he noticed a pa...
Read MoreNelly Yusupova TechSpeak.co
Nelly Yusupova is a fractional CTO/CPO, startup tech advisor, and the creator of TechSpeak for Entrepreneurs, where she helps non-technical founders build, launch, and scale tech products with confidence. With more than 20 years of experience leading companies...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, registering online for the Philadelphia Small Business Expo is quick and easy! Just fill in your name and email on our event page and click “Register (or upgrade)” to reserve your space.
Detailed information about presenting at the Philadelphia Small Business Expo can be found on our Exhibitor Information page.
Explore the agenda directly on the Philadelphia Small Business Expo event page. The schedule is updated regularly, so be sure to revisit this page often for the latest additions.
You can upgrade your badge type at any time by using the registration form. Enter the email address you signed up with. You’ll have the option to upgrade to four different badge levels. Each one offers exclusive access to a number of special perks and opportunities.
Yes! The Small Business University, powered by the Small Business Expo, is a fantastic virtual resource for business owners. Visit our Small Business University Webinars page to learn more.
Free parking is available at the venue. We recommend arriving early to avoid parking congestion.
Most Philadelphia networking events focus on one niche or industry. The Small Business Expo stands out because it brings together the entire small business community, startups, retailers, creatives, consultants, and service providers, all in one space. It blends education, networking, and a full trade show experience you won’t find anywhere else.
Not at all. Attendees come from across the Greater Philly area, including South Jersey, the Main Line, Bucks County, and Delaware County. If you do business in the region, you’ll benefit.
The expo is designed for all stages, from early-stage founders to seasoned business owners. Everyone walks away with connections and insights.
Workshops typically focus on marketing, operations, finance, technology, branding, and small-business growth strategies, taught by Philadelphia-area professionals.
Exhibitors gain brand exposure, qualified leads, and the chance to build meaningful relationships with local business owners actively seeking solutions.