Let's Grow Glendale Small Business Summit 2025

City of Glendale: Community Development Department

Small Business, Big Dreams: Strategies & Insights to Take Your Business to the Next Level.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles Glendale

Join us for the 2025 "Let's Grow Glendale" Small Business Summit– a dynamic, one-day event designed to empower entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals with the tools, strategies, and connections needed to unlock growth, innovation, and opportunity. Learn from Industry Experts How to:<ul><li>Access to Business Resources and Capital</li><li>AI-Powered Marketing Tactics, Tools, and Strategies</li><li>Drive Profitability &amp; Long Term Growth</li><li>Gain Insights on funding, government contracts</li></ul>

<h3>Summit Agenda:</h3>2:00 PM - 2:30 PM | Registration/ Check-in2:30 PM - 2:45 PM | Opening Remarks3:00 PM - 3:45 PM | Breakout Track # 1 (Sessions A &amp; B Concurrently)Session A:Funding Your Future: How to Secure Capital for Your BusinessSession B:Marketing on Autopilot: How AI Can Drive Leads &amp; Boost Sales3:45 PM - 4:00 PM | Networking Break4:00 PM - 4:45 PM | Breakout Track #2 (Session A &amp; B Concurrently)Session A:The Profit Playbook: Strategies for Growth &amp; Long-Term SuccessSession B:Certified for Success: Winning 6 &amp; 7- Figure Government Contracts4:45 PM -6:30 PM | Networking &amp; Closing

<h3>Track #1: Session A (Track 1A)</h3><h3>Funding Your Future: How to Secure Capital for Your Business</h3><h4>Presented By L.A. SBDC | Ted Hiatt, Nate Jemison, Brett Dickstein, Sasha Globa</h4> Be it traditional loans, venture capital, grants or other funding sources, our L.A. SBDC team of experts is designed to help with all of your capital needs. Whether you are trying to determine what loan is right for you, need help building a pitch deck, require assistance with financial projections, loan packaging, or just to determine whether or not you’re bankable -- this panel is right for you. Come join us as we will discuss real life examples of how the SBDC’s no cost services have helped small businesses successfully navigate the lending process.This panel is suitable for all types of industries, business structures, start-ups, established businesses – even if you have been turned down for a loan in the past.”<h3> </h3><h3>Track #1: Session B (Track1B)</h3><h3>Marketing on Autopilot: How AI Can Drive Leads &amp; Boost Sales</h3><h4>Presented by Khalid Robinson | October Moon Media Group</h4>Khalid Robinson will guide you through his AI-powered marketing toolkit (Perplexity AI, Google Notebook, and ChatGPT), sharing real-world examples, ready-to-use prompts, and proven workflows. No technical experience is needed—just bring your business goals and leave with actionable strategies you can implement immediately.Plus, you’ll gain access to an exclusive resource-sharing community to exchange ideas and success stories with fellow business owners after the event. <h3>Track # 2: Session A (Track 2A)</h3><h3>The Profit Playbook: Strategies for Growth &amp; Long-term Success</h3><h4>Presented by Eddy Sumar | Synergist</h4>Growing a business is one thing—making it profitable and sustainable is another! Join expert Eddy Sumar to discover smart strategies for increasing revenue, managing costs, and building lasting financial success in any economic climate.Eddy Sumar will share proven, practical strategies that help small business owners scale with confidence while safeguarding their bottom line. Walk away with actionable insights and a clear roadmap to grow your business smartly and sustainably. <h3>Track # 2: Session B (Track2B)</h3><h3>Certified for Success: Winning 6 &amp; 7- Figure Government Contracts</h3><h4>Presented by Nuha Nazy | RightSource Services</h4>Billions in government contracts are reserved for women-owned businesses, creating a huge opportunity for growth. Join Lizzy Okoro Davidson from the Women’s Business Center Pasadena to learn how certification can help you secure 6 &amp; 7-figure contracts. This session will break down the process, share insider strategies, and highlight real success stories to help you land high-value deals. Don’t miss this chance to turn certification into a powerful tool for business success!

Parking Information: LIMITED FREE PARKING is available in the Embassy Suites underground parking garage. We highly encourage ride-sharing and carpooling. Enter through North Central Avenue and Burchett Street and turn left into the driveway in front of the hotel lobby doors. Go down the ramp to the hotel's underground parking levels. Vouchers will be available at the check-in table. OVERFLOW PARKING is available in the garage adjacent to the hotel for $ 15.00

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, assisted listening devices, sign language translation, and Braille transcripts are available upon request.Contact the Economic Development Office at 818-548-2005 by Thursday, April 24, 2025 to requests regarding sign language translation and Braille transcription services.Assisted listening devices are available same day upon request. Additionally, if you require any foreign language interpretation, please contact the Economic Development Division at least 72 hours (three business days) before the event.

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