2026 RISE Summit for Entrepreneurs and Innovators
About this Event
RISE Summit
Thursday, August 27, 2026
150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, Virginia
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Level up your business at the third annual RISE Summit—a favorite event packed with inspiration, skill-building workshops, and high-impact networking. This year, we are leveling up the experience even more! The focus is Innovation in Business, Manufacturing, and Agriculture. Whether you're in manufacturing, agriculture, or any type of entrepreneur, this is THE EVENT for YOU!
📍 Location: Institute for Advanced Learning & Research, Danville, VA
🕘 Time: 9:00AM-4:30PM (Doors open at 8:30 AM for check-in and networking)
🎟️ Your registration includes:
- Access to all breakout sessions and keynotes
- Complimentary snacks, and beverages on-demand-all-day! Coffee, tea, soda, water, we've got you!
- A buffet lunch, with options for chicken, vegetarian, began, gluten-free, soy-free, etc.
- Exclusive event swag
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the venue so you can make the most of your interactive learning and networking experience
Don't miss this energizing event designed to help you grow your business by sharing AND enhancing your knowledge while expanding your network! Space is limited—register now to secure your spot!
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM
Doors Open for Early Check-In
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Check-In and Networking
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Opening Session & Main Session 1
🕑: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Breakout Sessions Rounds 1 & 2
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Networking Lunch
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:45 PM
Breakout Sessions Round 3
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:30 PM
Main Session 2: Regional Innovation Conversation
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Connect & Collaborate: Networking Hour
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 45.00 to USD 65.00
