Elevate to New Heights

Wednesday October 22, 2025
10am – 4pm
Superior Inn Thunder Bay, ON

Empowering Entrepreneurs to Thrive in our Economy

Join us for a new in-person event designed to support, celebrate, and inspire small business operators 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.
Hosted by the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce in partnership with:

SBSS offers:

  • A dynamic luncheon keynote speaker
  • Concurrent sessions, roundtables and panels
  • Networking reception and speed networking

Attendees

Who Should Attend?

Small and Medium Business Operators, CEOs, entrepreneurs, business consultants, decision-makers

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 Connect with our partners – utilize their resources through webinars, mentorship, and training beyond the event
  • Achieve Peak Success Walk away with transformative ideas and turn them into reality

Networking & Connections. Expand your network. Connect one-on-one to foster collaborations and partnerships that can drive your business forward and build long-term relationships.

Speed Networking. Join in a speed networking session to meet peers and experienced mentors in rapid-fire sessions; gain insight and direction on your most pressing business issues.

Interactive Workshops. Whether you’re new to the game or scaling fast, these sessions provide practical tools you can apply immediately.
Hear from seasoned professionals on the most urgent challenges facing SMBs. Learn actionable strategies in:

  • Technology
  • Human Resources
  • Marketing
  • Business Development & Maintenance
  • Accounting & Administration

Whether you’re new to the game or scaling fast, these sessions provide practical tools you can apply immediately.

Business Resource Expo. Explore a diverse array of small business solutions, products, and services. Meet top vendors, discover exclusive deals, and gather resources to help your business grow.

  • 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 Connect with our partners – utilize their resources through webinars, mentorship, and training beyond the event
  • Achieve Peak Success Walk away with transformative ideas and turn them into reality

Interactive Workshops – Whether you’re new to the game or scaling fast, these sessions provide practical tools you can apply immediately.
Hear from seasoned professionals on the most urgent challenges facing SMBs. Learn actionable strategies in:

  • Technology
  • Human Resources
  • Marketing
  • Business Development & Maintenance
  • Accounting & Administration

Whether you’re new to the game or scaling fast, these sessions provide practical tools you can apply immediately.

Networking & Connections. Expand your network. Connect one-on-one to foster collaborations and partnerships that can drive your business forward and build long-term relationships.

Speed Networking Join in a speed networking session to meet peers and experienced mentors in rapid-fire sessions; gain insight and direction on your most pressing business issues.

Business Resource Expo Explore a diverse array of small business solutions, products, and services. Meet top vendors, discover exclusive deals, and gather resources to help your business grow.

Attendee Rates

Member – $79+HST
Nonmember – $99+HST
*Cancellations within 14 days of the event will not be refunded – Name changes are permitted.

Sponsors & Exhibitors

Small Business Solutions Expo is a gathering of business operators, entrepreneurs, business leaders and industry experts. It is a strategic platform for businesses looking to make a mark in the small business sector.

Small businesses are the backbone of innovation and economic vitality. These individuals are actively seeking solutions, products and services to enhance their operations. This is your opportunity to engage with a highly targeted audience.

  • Generate sales leads
  • Showcase your products/services/programs face to face
  • Access decision makers
  • Benefit from a focused B2B audience
  • Amplify your lead generation
  • Elevate your brand

Exhibitor Booths

(includes table and chairs, electrical outlet, two exhibitor passes, lunch, break, and Networking Reception)

Member Rate- $300+HST
Nonmember Rate – $425+HST

Booth space is limited!

Let’s shape the next generation of tech-savvy, resilient entrepreneurs—together.