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Join us on November 12, 2025, at the iconic Wurlitzer Events for a day of innovation, learning, and unparalleled networking opportunities. The Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the Small Business Expo 2025, a curated event designed to inspire and empower businesses across the region.

Join us for a full day of working on your business, rather than in it.

See the Niagara USA Chamber
Small Business Expo 2025 Agenda

Why Attend?

• Varied Experiences: Immersive activities tailored to spark innovation and growth.
• Engagement Points: Interactive displays, gamified event elements, and live social media integration to maximize your exposure and engagement.
• Expert Insight: Access to industry leaders and tailored advice to propel your business forward.

SBE2025 Confirmed Speakers

KICKOFF PANEL DISCUSSION

Kickoff Panel (8:15 – 9 a.m.) – “AI at Work — Real Results for Small Business”

AI has moved from concept to reality, delivering tangible results for small businesses. It’s helping owners save hours on routine tasks, sharpen their marketing, and strengthen customer connections—powerful, practical tools that are already driving growth today. Wondering how to best implement AI at your company? Join us for a fast-paced and inspiring panel featuring professionals and companies who’ve rolled up their sleeves and made AI part of their daily operations. You’ll hear real-world stories of what’s working, how they got started, and where they’re headed next – proof that accessible AI isn’t just the future of small business, it’s the present.

Panelists:
Christopher Brown, Roach, Lennon & Brown PLLC
Craig Garner, Ivoclar NA
Amanda Mye, Platter’s Chocolate Factory
Cheryl Phillips, Niagara Gazette

AFTERNOON KEYNOTE

“FUNdamentals” with The UP Guys (3:00 – 4:00 p.m)

SPONSORED BY:

The UP Guys share fun mindset training for wellness, mental health, growth, and more – reinforcing proven principles via humor, variety arts, music, and interactive activities. It is evidence-based edu­tainment, described as “TED Talks meets America’s Got Talent!”

Participants learn powerful mindsets, foundations, and life skills, plus applications through experiential learning.

Mindsets – Positive, Present, Purposeful, Playful

Foundations – Values, Relation­ships, Purpose, Fun (?!)

Life Skills – Improvise, Adapt, Overcome, Win

About The UP Guys

Nels Ross, MEd and Richie Derwald, CLC are overcomers who have uplifted and empowered one million+ people – Nels as a clean comedian, juggler, and educator; Richie as a singer, impersonator, and “The Mental Health NUT”; and both as inspirational speakers and edutainers.

MINI-SESSION SPEAKERS

Zach McArdle, M&T Bank
Don Bray, Transworld Advisors
Anita Brenon, CSL Plasma
Chris Churakos, Rakos Media Group
Lisa Churakos, Rakos Media Group
Joe Franco, American National
Kelly Gaygen, Next Step PT Services
Corey Gough, Systems Technology Group
Maureen Henderson, SUNY Niagara SBDC
John Kappel, Epic Promotionals
Aisha Luper, New York Life
Mike McKay, Buffalo Toronto Public Radio
Crystal Morgan, Pursuit Lending
Dennis O’Leary, Lynx Technologies
Jason Pearl, Nacre Consulting
Cheryl Phillips, Niagara Gazette
Damon Piatek, Piatek Customs & Logistics
Bonnie Rice, Niagara County Workforce Development Board
Craig Turner, Momentum AI
Jon Winters, EmpowerYou CoachSulting

This event is an unmissable opportunity for small businesses aiming to elevate their strategies, connect with like-minded professionals, and discover innovative solutions to today’s challenges.

CONFIRMED 2025 EXHIBITORS

1. M&T Bank
2. National Grid
3. National Fuel
4. Rakos Media Group
5. Platter’s Chocolate Factory
6. NAZ716
7. Tronconi Segarra & Associates LLP
8. Momentum AI
9. Piatek Customs & Logistics
10. WNY Construction Exchange
11. Transworld Business Advisors
12. GoNetSpeed
13. Niagara Gazette
14. American National
15. Picone Construction Corporation
16. EmpowerYOU Coachsulting
17. CSL Plasma, Niagara Falls 
18. Systems Technology Group
19. Nacre Consulting
20. SUNY Niagara Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
21. Small Business Administration (SBA) – Buffalo District Office
22. Pursuit Lending
23. Lynx Technologies
24. Niagara County Center for Economic Development
25. Mid-City Office Furniture
26. Leadership Niagara
27. Epic Promotionals
28. impulseGUIDE/ServicePro Robotics
29. Next Step PT Services
30. Taste NY
31. Buffalo Toronto Public Media
32. Frank’s Mr. Plumber
33. Niagara County Workforce Development Board
34. New York Life
35. Hover Networks
36. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County
37. Greenlight Networks
38. Paychex
39. Hoss Digital
40. Brite
41. Challenger Learning Center of Lockport
42. USI
43. Ibero Business Center

Reserve Your Spot Today! Spaces are limited for this one-of-a-kind expo. Secure your place now and be part of a day dedicated to business growth, innovation, and community.

Want to speak at the 2025 Small Business Expo? Our mini-sessions throughout the day offer plenty of speaking opportunities – priority goes to sponsors and vendors, in the order they register. Sign up today!

Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce
Small Business Expo 2025 Sponsors

SMALL BUSINESS CHAMPION SPONSOR

SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORTER SPONSORS

SBE KICKOFF SPONSOR

AFTERNOON KEYNOTE SPONSOR

MINI-SESSION SPONSOR

SMALL BUSINESS ADVOCATE

MEDIA SPONSOR

Does your mission support small business?
Should your company be included on this list?
Download the Niagara USA Chamber 2025 Small Business Expo – Sponsorship Opportunities

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