Thriving Together | Small Business Marketplace & Resource Expo
May 22 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Thriving Together | Small Business Marketplace & Resource Expo
Discover. Connect. Grow.
Join us for Thriving Together | Small Business Marketplace & Resource Expo, proudly sponsored by Chase and co-hosted by CoED and the Columbus Chamber of Commerce. This free event is designed to empower small business owners, entrepreneurs, and aspiring founders with the tools, connections, and inspiration to thrive.
Explore a vibrant vendor marketplace showcasing talented local artisans and makers. Visit resource tables hosted by expert community partners offering valuable insights and services to help you start, scale, and strengthen your business.
Lunch is provided, and registration is recommended to secure your spot.
Agenda
- 12:00 PM – 12:15 PM: Guest Arrival: Welcome drinks/snacks/networking.
- 12:20 PM – 12:25 PM: Opening remarks
- 12:30 – 12:55 PM: 1st Speaker – Jerome Jones – Lender Relations Specialist at United States Small Business Administration
- 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: 2nd Speaker – Monica Womack – Chief Minority Business Development Division
- 1:30PM – 2:30PM – Lunch Break/ Small business marketplace
- 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: 3rd Speaker – Abiona Harper – Chamber of Commerce – Programming and Membership specialist
- 3:05 PM – 3:35 PM: 4th Speaker – David McDowell – Chase Bank – Business Program Manager
- 3:35 PM – 3:40 PM: Closing remarks
- 3:40 – 4:00 PM: Marketplace
- 4:00 PM: Event concludes
Fireside Chat
Fireside Chat
Fireside Chat
Location
Parking
- Surrounding street parking available.
Questions? events@columbus.org
Thanking Our Sponsors
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