Thursday, May 23

Miami Open for Business OFBPalooza Small Business Resource Fair

Attend our small business resource fair to learn more about opportunities for technical assistance, funding, and more!

By The Miami Foundation

Date and time

Thursday, May 23 · 9:30am - 4:30pm EDT

Location

Miami Dade College - Medical Campus

950 Northwest 20th Street Miami, FL 33127

Agenda

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Registration & Networking

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Welcome Plenary Session

11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Mid-Morning Concurrent Sessions (Choice of 3)

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch Panel

1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Afternoon Concurrent Sessions (Choice of 3)

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

1:1 Technical Assistance Appointments

About this event

7 hours

Join The Miami Foundation for the Miami Open for Business program's OFBPalooza Small Business Resource Fair!

At this event, you'll be able to:

attend learning sessions with special guest speakers on how to get funding, get government contracts, hire staff, and more
connect with over 20 technical assistance partners who can give you individualized help with your business
meet fellow entrepreneurs and learn more about small business opportunities, tools, and funding in the Greater Miami area.

The first 100 registrants will get a free professional headshot!

79th Street Corridor initiative • Branches • Opportunity Connect • Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce • Prospera • South Dade Connections

Ascendus • Axis Helps • Catalyst Miami • FIU Small Business Development Center • Miami Dade College Idea Center • MDEAT

More coming soon!

Frequently asked questions

Is parking included? Where do I park?

Yes! Parking is free for attendees. Please park in the MDC Medical Campus parking garage located at the corner of 10th Avenue and 20th Street. The main vehicular entrance is on NW 10th Avenue.

Is this event only for businesses who are eligible for Open for Business funding?

No! This event is open to any small business owner at any stage of their entrepreneurial journey. While information about Open for Business grants and loans will be available, there will also be resources for all types of small businesses.

How do I sign up for a headshot appointment?

The first 100 registrants to confirm attendance will receive a special link to sign up for a headshot slot. Be on the lookout for follow-up information.

How do I sign up for a one-on-one technical assistance appointment?

After checking in on the morning of the event, you will have the opportunity to sign up for a 15-minute window in the afternoon to meet with one of the technical assistance providers in attendance.

Organized by

The Miami Foundation

The Miami Foundation builds the philanthropic, civic, and leadership backbone for Greater Miami. Since 1967, the Foundation has invested over $651 million to strengthen our community with partnerships and contributions from more than 1000 fundholders and 35,000 donors. The Miami Foundation, which currently manages over $540 million in assets, mobilizes donors, nonprofits, leaders, and locals to set a bold vision for our community's future and to invest in a stronger, more equitable, more resilient Greater Miami.