Detroit City Wire

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and SCORE have announced the dates for the 2025 National Small Business Week virtual summit. This free, two-day online event is scheduled for May 6 and 7, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, requiring prior registration.

The summit will include educational workshops led by cosponsors, federal resources access, as well as networking and mentorship opportunities. Topics covered will range from manufacturing to digital marketing, cybersecurity and AI, cryptocurrency, and online business resources. The detailed agenda and list of speakers are expected to be released soon.

“Fostering small business growth is at the heart of what we do, and the National Small Business Week virtual summit embodies that commitment,” stated SCORE CEO Bridget Weston. “SCORE is proud to once again co-host this event with the SBA. We’re looking forward to this opportunity to empower entrepreneurs with the timely, useful resources and information they need to launch and grow their businesses.”

This virtual summit forms part of SBA’s ongoing efforts throughout the year to utilize technology in reaching small business owners nationwide. Additionally, an in-person national award celebration is set for May 5 in Washington D.C., where local winners will be honored at events across various locations.

For more details on National Small Business Week, including information on the virtual summit and registration procedures, visit National Small Business Week's website which will be updated with new information as it becomes available. Local events can also be found by searching #SmallBusinessWeek.