Georgia Small Business Opportunity Week

Mark your calendars for Small Business Opportunity Week, September 15–19, 2025, a weeklong celebration dedicated to honoring the power, resilience, and impact of small businesses in our communities and economy. This exciting series of events will bring together entrepreneurs, corporate partners, thought leaders, and advocates to share knowledge, build connections, and explore strategies for growth.

Join us for this inspiring week as we celebrate achievements, spark new ideas, and chart the path forward for small businesses everywhere.

SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

Financial Summit - REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

Monday, September 15 | 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

The Small Business Alliance invites you to the 2025 Financial Summit. This event equips small business owners and entrepreneurs with tools to identify best practices for business growth and financial prosperity. This event is for business owners seeking to sharpen their financial acumen, gain access to capital, and develop sustainable growth plans. This year’s summit will bring together financial institutions, business consultants, corporate partners and small business owners for a day of education, inspiration and meaningful connections.

Conversations, Connections and Opportunities

Tuesday, September 16 | 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | The Gathering Spot

Join us for an engaging event designed to inspire meaningful dialogue, build lasting relationships, and open new doors for growth. The day will feature a Conversation with a Legend, a dynamic conversation with our 2025 Blue Legend Award recipient Rodney K. Strong, CEO and Co-Founder of Griffin & Strong, PC. , highlighting his impact and legacy; along with an MBE Showcase spotlighting innovative minority-owned businesses. Rounding out the experience, a Corporate Roundtable will bring together business leaders and decision-makers to explore strategies for collaboration and future opportunities.

The Digital Playbook: AI and Social Media Strategies

Wednesday, September 17 | 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. | Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

The Digital Playbook: AI and Social Media Strategies is designed to help small businesses strengthen their competitive edge with practical, hands-on learning. This event features AI Superpowers for MBEs: Boost Sales, Win RFPs, & Master Your Tech, a two-hour intensive workshop where you’ll learn to leverage Generative AI tools (Gemini & ChatGPT) for smarter sales, stronger RFP proposals, and confident oversight of outsourced software development (laptops required). The second workshop on Social Media will provide proven strategies to build your brand, engage customers, and drive growth across today’s most powerful digital platforms.

Corks & Conversations

Thursday, September 18 | 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. | GMSDC Office

Join us for Corks & Conversation, an exclusive midweek mixer designed to bring together small business leaders, corporate partners, and entrepreneurs for an evening of connection, collaboration, and conversation. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with wine, light bites, and engaging dialogue as we celebrate the spirit of partnership. Whether you’re looking to build new relationships, spark innovative ideas, or simply unwind with fellow professionals, this event offers the perfect blend of business and social.