NIAGARA FALLS, NY – As part of Small Business Week 2025, the Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce significant updates for this year’s Small Business Expo (SBE), set for November 12, 2025. Building on the tremendous success from its inaugural year, SBE 2025 promises a day filled with impactful keynote addresses, interactive “pop-up” educational sessions, extensive networking opportunities, and an expansive trade show.
“Last year’s event emphasized content-driven experiences complemented by a trade show,” said Craig Turner, Chair of the Niagara USA Chamber. “This year, we’re flipping the script to create a dynamic, engaging expo atmosphere, packed with content, networking, and opportunities designed specifically to elevate our small businesses.”
Taking advantage of people’s focus on small business during national Small Business Week, Turner announced some significant updates for the chamber’s signature November event:
- For Small Business Expo 2025, the morning keynote speaker will be Sharon Sorg, Vice President of Newspaper Operations for CNHI LLC, parent company of the Niagara Gazette. The afternoon keynote will feature Gener8tor, a nationally ranked startup accelerator and venture platform that connects entrepreneurs, investors, corporations, and communities to drive innovation and economic growth across the country.
- Vendor tables, premium table placements, and speaking opportunities are available now on a first-come, first-served basis. Expo vendors will have priority access to the day’s popular pop-up speaking sessions, offering unique visibility and engagement.
- And, new for 2025, the Niagara USA Chamber is seeking submissions from Niagara County high school-level artists and visionaries to help set the tone for the with a logo contest. Budding graphic designers, digital art enthusiasts, or students who love to create are invited to put their Niagara County and small-business themed logo idea in from of business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community members from across the region – and possibly be selected as the official logo of Small Business Expo 2025. Information on the logo contest can be found here: https://niagarachamber.org/niagara-usa-chamber-small-business-expo-2025-logo-contest/
Turner added that more announcements and updates for the 2025 Small Business Expo will continue to roll out over the summer, and in the months leading up to the event.
“Our Expo is designed to amplify the voices and opportunities of our local business community, and the earlier folks engage with us, the more exposure they’ll get – so reach out to us and reserve your spot today,” added Heidi Urban, Niagara USA Chamber Board Chair and Vice President at Platters Chocolate Factory. “Small Business Expo encourages entrepreneurs to join us for a day to work on their business, not in it – and we’re putting all the people, resources and tools they need to grow into one room on November 12.”
Businesses interested in securing their spot as a vendor or learning more about participation opportunities are encouraged to contact the Chamber promptly.
For more information, visit our 2025 Small Business Expo event page or contact the Niagara USA Chamber at (716) 285-9141 or cturner@niagarachamber.org.