Indianapolis, IN – The U.S. Small Business Conference™ & EXPO, 5/18/12, will bring business connectors together not only locally but from all over the nation to learn about new strategies on this year’s topic – “2012 Success Plans”. Attendees will learn how to create marketing & social media campaigns, referral strategies, networking plans, budgets and agendas plus share resources, make connections and support one another in their business development. This conference will attract decision makers throughout the Indianapolis region and from across the nation, including CEO’s, small business owners, entrepreneurs, consultants, executives, sales and marketing specialists, and other business professionals.
“Small business is the true backbone of the United States and Americans can rely on them to bring us out of this challenging recession” says Darlene Willman, Executive Director, U.S. Small Business Conference & EXPO. This year’s event will hopefully bring outside business into the Indianapolis general market and/or land contracts with outside vendors and create strategic alliance partners through the nation.
The U.S. Small Business Conference will also recognize “The TOP 50 Business Connectors in INDY.” Nominations accepted until May 1st. Winners announced during opening ceremony.
In addition, it features an EXPO where businesses can showcase their products and services at the 15,000 square foot facility. Vendors can take advantage of the EXPO EARLY BIRD special and reserve their table for only $275 by April 15th then all exhibitors are $325 thereafter. Each vendor will receive TWO tickets for their staff at the booth and TEN Double Admission Tickets (a $400 value) to sell, share or giveaway. A limited number of tables are available on a first come, first reserved basis. Anticipated attendance will be between 300-500 participants.
Special training and development will be available through our NEW Coaching Circles, see vendors page for more details. Authors and coaches may reserve their table online, limited to 8 coaches.
Our expert speakers will be presenting throughout the conference discussing topics related to “2012 Success Plans.” Speakers include Tony Scelzo – founder of Rainmakers, Lorraine Ball – founder of RoundPeg, Erik Deckers – Author & Pro Blogger and Darlene Willman – The ACCOMPLISH Coach.
The U.S. Small Business Conference™ takes place at the Ritz Charles located at 12156 North Meridian Street Carmel,Indiana 46032. Doors open at 9 am on Friday, May 18th and ends at 5 pm. A limited quantity of tickets and seats are available to attend the conference and EXPO. Early Bird Tickets for General Admission is ONLY $30 per person (Reg. $97), Double Admission tickets for 2 people are $40 (Reg. $147). Groups may purchase 10 tickets for $100 (Reg. $397) by May 17th then regular admission will apply for all tickets at the door.
A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available starting at only $100 to be included in the conference attendee welcome bags along with several MARKETING sponsorships that will fit into almost any budget. To view our online sponsorship presentation, please visit our website or call for personal assistance.
The Executive Director of the U.S. Small Business Conference™ is Darlene Willman, founder of ACCOMPLISH Coachand ACCOMPLISH Magazine & Radio – a professional speaker, author and business mentor. With over 100 published articles about networking, referrals, time management and productivity, writes a column for Small Business in the EXAMINER and has a NEW book, “Incredible Business” Willman understands small business. In addition, she has organized and hosted more than 200 business events, seminars and workshops in her professional career. She is celebrate 10 years as a small business owner and received the 2008 Small Business Administration Award for “Women in Business Champion of the Year.” She is a strong advocate for all small businesses locally and nationwide. Willman has developed her own personal Success Team to support her vision of this conference. You can learn more at the website
www.USSmallBiz.org or call 317-622-8221 for more details.
