2025 State of Small Business Summit

Schedule

Wed Nov 12 2025 at 08:00 am to 06:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

JW Marriott Washington, DC | Washington, DC

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The Next Frontier: Powering Small Business Through Innovation and Opportunity
About this Event

The Association for Enterprise Opportunity (AEO) proudly presents the 2025 State of Small Business Summit—a high-impact convening centered on how regional economic development can catalyze small business growth and resilience. Taking place on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the JW Marriott in Washington, DC, the Summit will unite federal leaders, entrepreneurs, industry experts, and ecosystem builders to drive conversations and strategies that shape the future of entrepreneurship in America.

This year’s theme, “The Next Frontier: Powering Small Business Through Innovation and Opportunity,” emphasizes the importance of equitable access to capital, tech-forward innovation, and regional collaboration as small businesses adapt to emerging challenges. Participants will explore smart scaling strategies, manufacturing momentum, AI integration, and groundbreaking financing models.

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JW Marriott Washington, DC, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States

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