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Join us for an in-person event designed to support, celebrate, and inspire small business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs. The Small Business Solution Summit is more than a conference—it’s a launchpad for sustainable growth, take-away solutions and meaningful connections. 

The 2nd Annual Small Business Solutions Summit Offers: a dynamic luncheon keynote speaker, panel discussions, an Ask Me Anything session, networking opportunities and exhibitors offering small business solutions. 

Join Us On

Wednesday, October 21, 2026
9:00am – 4:15pm
Superior Inn Thunder Bay, ON

Members $85 + HST
Non-Members $105 + HST

Why You Should Attend?

  • Broaden your Horizons
    • Engage with thought leaders, fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and service providers.
  • Accelerate your Business
    • In this high-energy atmosphere filled with passionate, like-minded professionals.
  • Advance Growth
    • Build connections with our partners, to utilize their resources, mentorship, and training beyond the event.
  • Achieve Peak Success
    • Walk away with transformative ideas and turn them into reality.  

Why You Should Exhibit?

  • Generate high-quality leads from motivated business owners
  • Showcase your products, services, and solutionsin person
  • Connect with key decision makers who influence purchasing
  • Engage a focused B2B audience looking for real value
  • Boost your brand visibility across the region
  • Strengthen your presence in the small business ecosystem  

Booths are limited, secure your spot now! This is your moment to put your brand in front of the people who are ready to take action. Together, we can strengthen and support the businesses that power Northwestern Ontario’s economy. 

Networking & Connections:

Build meaningful connections with fellow business owners, partners, and service providers. Enjoy dedicated networking opportunities designed to spark conversations, encourage collaboration, and help you form relationships that can move your business forward—long after the Summit ends.

Ask Me Anything (AMA) Sessions:

Get direct access to business experts during our fast-paced Ask Me Anything (AMA) sessions. Over 80 minutes, connect with many topic experts in marketing, strategic planning, HR, finance, and more. 
Choose an expert, spend 10 minutes asking questions specific to your business, then rotate to another expert for fresh insights. This interactive format delivers practical, real-world advice you can use immediately. 
Come with questions. Leave with solutions.

Business Resource Expo:

Explore a wide range of small business solutions, products, and services. Meet trusted vendors, discover exclusive offers, and connect with resources designed to help your business grow.

Small Business Solutions Summit

2026 Agenda

9:00AM - Registration Opens

Enjoy coffee, networking, and explore the exhibits!

9:30AM - Welcome and Introductions
9:45AM - Opening Session
10:15AM - Fill Your Cup - Coffee & Networking
10:35AM - Spotlight #1 - Entrepreneur Success Story
10:50AM - Session #1 - Marketing Panel
11:35AM - Lunch Buffet Opens
12:10PM - Keynote + Q&A
1:05PM - Make Connections & Explore Solutions
1:25PM - Spotlight #2 - Entrepreneur Success Story
1:40PM - Session #2 - Strategic Planning
2:20PM - Fill your Cup - Coffee & Networking
2:40PM - Session #3 - Ask Me Anything: Q&A Opportunity with the Experts
4:00PM - Closing Remarks

Our Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Spotlight Sponsor

Lounge Sponsor

Lanyard Sponsor

Gift Sponsor

Coffee Sponsor

If you are interested in sponsoring next year’s Summit, please contact

Vanessa Franklin – Events Coordinator | vanessa@tbchamber.ca

See you at the Summit!