National Entrepreneur Summit and Expo Aims To Connect NYC, LI Entrepreneurs With National Networks

QUEENS, NY — Entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, nonprofits, chambers of commerce and economic development organizations from across New York City, Long Island and beyond are expected to gather in Queens next month for the National Entrepreneur Summit and Expo – New York Edition.

The event will take place June 11 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Rochdale Village Ballroom in Queens and is being promoted as a large-scale networking and business empowerment initiative focused on fostering regional and national economic connections.

“National Entrepreneur Summit and Expo – New York Edition is more than an event it is a catalyst for opportunity, collaboration, and economic empowerment,” said Rose Ward, owner of NFocus Management Group, LLC. “This Expo creates a powerful space where entrepreneurs, corporations, nonprofits, and community leaders can come together to build meaningful relationships that strengthen businesses locally, regionally, and nationally. We are excited to help connect innovators and changemakers from New York City, Long Island, and beyond for maximum impact.”

The expo, organizers say, will serve as a platform for businesses and organizations to strengthen ties between local communities, the greater New York metropolitan area and national business networks.

“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and the National Entrepreneur Summit and Expo – New York Edition is designed to open doors, create access, and expand opportunities for entrepreneurs across diverse industries,” said Phil Andrews, founding president of The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. “By bringing together businesses from New York City, Long Island, and national markets, we are creating an environment where strategic partnerships, economic growth, supplier diversity, and innovation can thrive. This Expo represents the future of collaborative business development.”

The event is expected to feature networking opportunities, keynote presentations, panel discussions, exhibitor showcases and sessions focused on business growth strategies and innovation.

Attendees will also have opportunities to connect with investors, decision-makers, government agencies and corporate representatives, organizers said.

The expo will highlight minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned and small businesses that organizers said continue to play a major role in driving economic growth throughout New York and across the country.

“This Expo is about creating real connections that move businesses forward,” organizers said in a statement. “We are bringing together entrepreneurs and leaders from New York City, Long Island, and across the country to build relationships, create opportunities, and strengthen the small business ecosystem on a regional and national level.”

Organizers expect attendees from industries including finance, technology, healthcare, retail, construction, media, education, nonprofit leadership and government contracting.

Business owners, exhibitors, sponsors and community leaders are encouraged to register in advance.

For tickets, exhibitor opportunities and sponsorship information, visit the National Entrepreneur Summit and Expo registration page.

Event Details

Event: National Entrepreneur Summit and Expo – New York Edition
Date: June 11, 2026
Time: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Rochdale Village Ballroom, Queens, New York