2026 National Small Business Week

Connect & Innovate:

Small Business Empowerment Summit

Unlock new opportunities, gain powerful insights, and connect with a dynamic community of small business leaders at the Connect & Innovate: Small Business Empowerment Summit! This FREE full-day event is designed to fuel your success with expert-led workshops, interactive sessions, and valuable networking opportunities. Whether you want to scale your business, sharpen your skills, or make game-changing connections, this summit will equip you with the tools, strategies, and inspiration to thrive. Don’t miss your chance to learn from industry experts, engage with like-minded entrepreneurs, and take your business to the next level. Join us and be part of the movement that’s shaping the future of Rhode Island small businesses!

Join us for a FREE full-day summit designed to inspire, educate, and empower small business owners and entrepreneurs!

This event features:

• Five distinct small business-focused learning tracks
• Breakfast & Lunch Keynote Speakers
• Industry experts sharing insights and strategies
• Valuable networking opportunities
• Interactive sessions to help you grow and scale your business
• Business trade vendors showcasing their services and products to help elevate your business
• Made in Rhode Island Pitch Event (Exciting live pitch competition highlighting RI's most promising small businesses and entrepreneurs.)

Register Now – It’s Quick, Easy & it's FREE!

1. Click the blue “REGISTER” button (located at the top left or below).

2. Create your registration account using your email. Choose a username and password. Be sure to save your login details—you will need them to access the event’s mobile app!

3. Select your sessions/workshops—Each attendee can choose up to four workshops/sessions, one per time slot and four for the day. (Space is limited, so register early!)

4. Click “FINAL STEPS,” and you’re in!

What Happens Next?

+ You will immediately see a “CONGRATULATIONS, YOU’RE REGISTERED” message.

+ A confirmation email will be sent to the email you used during registration.

+ Your email will include a link to the Mobile Event App to access your summit schedule and event details. You will also receive a QR code to use on the day of the Summit for registration and entry.

Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Location: Crowne Plaza Warwick

Registration Opens: 8:00 AM

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the necessary tools and connections to grow your business!

Admission is FREE. Seating is limited.

Kindly register today!

We look forward to seeing you there!