UP Exchange - June 16

Looking for financing to grow your business?

We're lucky to have a great lineup for our 2nd Annual UP Exchange. One hundred small business owners in one room changes the conversation. Be one of them!

If you’re looking for a productive afternoon that blends policy, expertise, and your business health - the Eastern UP Exchange is for you. Spread the word to colleagues who should be there!

The Latest on SBSH Grant Programs Find out exactly what funding and support is available to your business right now—straight from the source. If there's money and resources on the table for you, you should know about it.
A Conversation with the SBA The Small Business Administration is in the room and ready to listen. This is your chance to tell them what's working, what isn't, and what your business actually needs. Your voice shapes what support looks like going forward.
Meet Your Expert Dream Team We're bringing in a roster of specialists across finance, HR, legal, marketing, and more—and they're here for you. Make a connection, ask the hard questions, and walk away knowing exactly who to call when you need them.

The Small Business Support Hub (SBSH) grant program will bring business experts of all kinds. It's possible we can pay (through SBSH) one of these experts to help you 1on1 on your business. Meet and get to know them at this event.

Law - Zach Meyer, Varnum Law
Marketing - Matt Monte, Monte Consulting
HR - Robin Chepakis, SveltHR
Finance/Accounting - Diana Goode
Business Strategy - Dave Haviland, Phimation
Operations - Ty Sharette, Sharette Consulting
AI in Small Business - Bob Dieffenbach, Trail Point Consulting
SmartZone - Nikki Storey, Headwaters North
SBA - Latifa Bradwell, Small Business Administration
SBDC - Mariah Goos, Small Business Development Center
APEX Accelerator - Chris Kangas, APEX Accelerator

Please register for the event! It's important for the community and for you to be there.