Small Business "Survival or Growth?" – National Small Business Expo N.Y. Edition Pivot to Focus on Growth

New York, New York — As small businesses navigate a 2026 economy defined by blistering technological shifts and fluctuating costs, the National Small Business Expo “New York Edition” is shifting its focus from traditional networking to a "Growth & Survival" blueprint.

Taking place on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Rochdale Village Ballroom, this year’s expo moves beyond the standard exchange of business cards to offer a high-velocity ecosystem for real-world recovery and scaling.

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The New York Small Business Expo “New York Edition” is officially coming to Queens!

Whether you’re looking to network with local innovators, find your next big collaborator, or just get inspired, this is the place to be.

Join us for an evening dedicated to the hustle and heart of New York’s small business community.

Where: Rochdale Village Ballroom, Queens, NY
When: June 11th, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Don’t miss out on the energy, the insights, and the connections. Let’s grow together!

To Purchase Tickets, Become or a Corporate Sponsor visit:https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/national-small-business-expo-new-york-edition-june-11th-2026-300-pm-to-800-pm

In a market where "Street IQ" often beats traditional theory, the 2026 New York Edition is designed as a direct response to the specific hurdles facing tri-state entrepreneurs.

The event will serve as a central hub for connecting diverse businesses with the "invisible assets" needed to thrive: direct access to capital, government contract certifications, and matched networking with decision-makers.

• Beyond the Booth: Moving away from passive exhibiting, the Expo introduces "Business Solution Sessions" focusing on high-velocity referral networks and using AI as a tool for productivity rather than a novelty.
• The "Four For The Future"(®) Alignment: Partnering with 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc., the African American Small Business Foundation, Inc, LIAACC, and The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. the event emphasizes scaling through collaboration helping small firms team up to win contracts that are too large to fulfill alone.
• Matched Networking: Attendees will have the opportunity hear and participate in a variety of groundbreaking sessions during the expo.

"The 2026 New York Edition isn't just an expo; it's a strategic intervention for small businesses," said Phil Andrews. "We are moving away from the 'shiny hype' of tech and focusing on what actually drives productivity and keeps doors open. This is about building a community where premium pricing becomes normal because our businesses have built the authority to command it."

The Expo will showcase a wide array of exhibitors across many sectors.

Registration Information: Entrepreneurs, corporate partners, attendees, and innovators can secure their participation and access to attendee data at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/national-small-business-expo-new-york-edition-june-11th-2026-300-pm-to-800-pm.

About the National Small Business Expo “New York Edition”: The Expo is a premier business event dedicated to empowering the diverse small business ecosystem of New York City through education, advocacy, and direct strategic connections.

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