UPDATE: The Southern Georgia Black Chambers (SGBC) has just announced the full weekend lineup for the highly anticipated 2025 Small Business Summit & Expo, set to take place from November 6-9, 2025, at the Rainwater Conference Center in Valdosta, Georgia. This premier regional event is already drawing registered attendees from distant cities including Atlanta, Tifton, and Albany.
Themed Pride & Prosperity and presented by Langdale Hyundai of South Georgia, the summit aims to connect entrepreneurs with vital resources. SGBC President/CEO H. DeWayne Johnson emphasized the event’s regional significance, stating, “This is not just a local expo; it is a regional economic engine.”
The main event on Saturday, November 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., is free and open to the public. Attendees can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere featuring live music by DJ AP from Star 105.3 FM, food trucks, and engaging exhibitors ranging from non-profits to startups. Additionally, all registered attendees will have a chance to win exciting door prizes, including professional business consultations.
The summit kicks off on Thursday, November 6, at 6 p.m. with the Chamber Night Networking Mixer on the Rainwater Veranda, a complimentary event for SGBC members and registered exhibitors. The following day, Friday, November 7, at 6 p.m., a unique Sound Bath Experience designed for entrepreneurial wellness will be hosted by Ashley Rhys, MS, LMFT, EMDR-C, allowing attendees to recharge before the main summit.
The exciting speaker lineup on Saturday includes industry leaders addressing critical business topics:
– Jalen Uboh: “The Blueprint to Multi-Million Dollar Scaling”
– Nazarene Dorsey-Bell: “Using AI to Scale and Profit”
– Marvin Terrell: “Financial Mastery & Understanding”
– Stephanie Johnson: “Activating an AI Business Strategy”
– Stephanie Bullard: “The Professional Etiquette Edge”
– David DiSalvo: “Tourism’s Economic Impact for South Georgia”
On Sunday, November 9, attendees can join a Business Brunch Meet-up at Big Nick’s Juke Joint, which is offering a 30% discount off brunch for those who show their official online summit registration.
The success of this event is attributed to the support of community partners, including presenting sponsor Langdale Hyundai of South Georgia, platinum sponsor ACE South Georgia, and several others committed to fostering business growth in the region.
While public attendance is free, online registration is required to qualify for door prizes and the brunch discount. On-site registration will also be available during the expo. Businesses looking to connect with a regional audience can still secure limited exhibitor tables and food truck spots until Sunday.
For more information or to register for free attendance, secure an exhibitor booth, or explore sponsorship opportunities, visit: www.sgablackchambers.org/expo. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a transformative experience for entrepreneurs in South Georgia!
