May 4 - May 8, 2026
2026 Small Business Week
Join us for three days of special events from May 4 – May 8, specifically curated for small business owners and entrepreneurs!
Schedule
Event Listings
Monday, May 4 // 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Roadmap to Small Business Fair
The Roadmap to Small Business Fair is a free, one-of-a-kind experience hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration and the IndyEast Economic Mobility District as part of National Small Business Week. The day will feature exhibitors and mini-information sessions especially tailored to meet the needs of small business owners. Join us all day or pick up your sessions as needed. Businesses at any stage are welcome.
Location: Halstead Hall, John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 East 10th St., Indianapolis, IN 46201
8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. // Registration + Check In
9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. // Welcome Remarks
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. // Invest in Yourself with LaMar Holliday
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. // Financial Projections with Adam Hoeskma
12:00 – 12:30 p.m. // AI Overview with Aevara AI
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. // AI Workshop Breakout with Avera AI LLC
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. // How to Obtain City & Federal Certifications
- U.S. Small Business Administration
- Bankable
- Black Dolla Indy
- Business Ownership Initiative
- Central Indiana Women’s Business Center
- Emprendedoras Latinas en Indiana
- Indianapolis Public Library Business Services
- Indiana Secretary of State – Business Services
- Indiana Small Business Development Center
- LISC Indianapolis
- Martindale Brightwood CDC
- Near East Area Renewal
- Office of Minority and Women Business Development
- Old National Bank
- SCORE
- First Internet Bank
- Employ Indy
In Partnership With
Wednesday, May 6 // 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Resilient Entrepreneur
Join local small-business and entrepreneurship support professionals for a deep dive into mental wellness, building resilience, and navigating the pressures of business ownership. Through this program, you will learn strategies to manage stress, avoid burnout, and stay focused through uncertainty. Martindale Brightwood CDC will also offer the opportunity to learn more about their loan fund.
Location: Martindale Brightwood CDC, 2435 N Sherman Dr., Suite 4, Indianapolis IN 46218
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. // Resilience, Self Care and Mind Set with Martindale Brightwood CDC & Regina Sloan
Hosted By
Friday, May 8 // 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
OMWBD DAY
Join the City of Indianapolis’ Office of Minority and Women Business Development (OMWBD) to learn about XBE Certification for businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and people with disabilities. XBE Certification helps you access contract opportunities from the city, county, municipal, and privately funded projects in Central Indiana.
This program consists of a morning panel conversation followed by a resource fair. There is an opportunity for special access to the IMS Track and Garage.
If you are interested in learning more about the XBE certification, please visit the OMWBD website: indy.gov/activity/certify-your-minority-women-veteran-disabled-owned-business
Location: Indianapolis Motor Speedway – East Chalet #8, 4790 West 16th Street, Indianapolis IN 46222
9:00 a.m. // Check In
10:00 a.m. // Welcome Remarks
11:00 a.m. // Panel Conversation w/ Q&A
11:30 a.m. // Buffet Lunch Served + Networking
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. // Resource Tables & Match Making
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. // Sonsio Grand Prix Practice Day Wristbands Provided for Garage Access (Courtesy of IMS)
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