2026 Suncoast Small Business Conference
&
Tempo News Business Luncheon
"Building Together: Cooperative Economic & Community Wealth"
Location: Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
1012 N. Orange Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 9:00 - 2:30 pm
See Below for Perks on Early Bird Registration

“This conference brings together small business owners, entrepreneurs, and community partners to access resources, build connections, and strengthen their businesses for long-term success.”

What You Will Learn

Using Financial Institutions to Create Wealth
Using AI Tools to Generate Income
Building Business Wealth
Using Government Contracts to Create Additional Revenue

Meet Our Workshop Presenters

Francina Hollaway, Founder & CEO

Hollaway CPA, LLC

Chris Williams, Founder

Aginto, Digital Marketing

Moriah Fobbs

Government Contracting-SBDC Florida APEX Accelerator at USF

Brandon Martinez

Enterprise Development Specialist

Our Sponsors

We are proud to partner with organizations that are committed to supporting small business growth, economic development, and community wealth.

Their investment in the 2026 Suncoast Small Business Conference helps provide valuable resources, education, and opportunities for entrepreneurs across the Manasota region.

Our Gold and Platinum Sponsors Suncoast Credit Union and LMCU demonstrates a strong commitment to empowering small businesses and strengthening the communities we serve. Their partnership supports access to financial resources, education, and opportunities that help entrepreneurs grow and succeed.