COLUMBUS ENTREPRENEUR
EXPO
A Gathering of Small Business Owners!
October 15-17, 2024
WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU IN 2024!!!
Columbus Entrepreneur Expo is a three day small business collection of events where business owners, start ups, aspiring entrepreneurs, experts, investors and leaders gather to network, learn and celebrate the power of small business in Central Ohio.
The Details....
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 - RUSH HOUR
Join us for a dynamic day one with a morning of networking, fashion, and insightful discussions during "Rush Hour" Start your day with the perfect blend of professional connections and engaging activities designed to inspire and energize.
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 - CONFERENCE
Join us for the Columbus Entrepreneur Expo, a college-style conference designed to inspire and empower entrepreneurs. Immerse yourself in a full day of dynamic activities including fireside chats, breakout sessions, and an array of small business exhibitors.
Thursday, October 17, 2024 - COCKTAIL HOUR
Join us for the grand finale of the Columbus Entrepreneur Expo on Day Three, culminating in a special evening semi-formal networking event, "Cocktail Hour."
About
MISSION
The mission of the Columbus Entrepreneur Week is empower small business owners to grow & scale their business.
VISION
Our vision is to gather small business owners together to network, learn and celebrate entrepreneurship in central ohio.
IMPACT
Our core values are;
1. Empowerment
2. Diversity
3. Inclusiveness
Speaker Line Up
Councilmember
Nicholas J. Bankston
Lisa Gutierrez
Owner & CEO
Dos Hermanos Taco Truck
Deonna Barnett
Aventi Enterprises
Marissa Anderson
Rev1 Ventures
Dr. Joanne Mapis
Fork in Nigeria
Monica L. Womack, MPA
Chief, Minority Business Division
Ohio Department of Development
Rachel Koenig
Lamar Advertising
J. Averi Frost
Executive Director
Freedom Equity
Cristina D. Avila
Vice President | Sr. Business Consultant for Minority Entrepreneurs
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Trish Wright
Owner, Celebrity Style Events
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Jeremy Sharper
VP Commercial Relationship Manager
Andrea D. Wilkes
Regional Director of MBAC
Mary McCarthy
President
YMT Consultants
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Keira Chatman
President
Columbus Urban League Young Professionals
George Zarebski
Co-Founder - Managing Partner
Urban Business Development Center
LoLo Mychael
Co-Founder - Chief Executive Officer
Urban Business Development Center
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Cecelia Morris
President - Taking Charge Inc.
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Zara Durham
Director Of Community Engagement
Urban Business Development Center
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Jeff Lacy
Area President
FocusCFO
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Jamiyla Muhammad
Owner - We Write
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Jason T. Jenkins
Chief, Diversity Officer
City of Columbus
SCHEDULE
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2024
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2024
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2024
