2025 Roanoke City Mayor's Business Summit

This Event is being held in person at the Dumas Center

2025 Roanoke City Mayor’s Business Summit: Starting and Developing Your Small Business

Join us for the Mayor’s Business Summit, an engaging event designed to empower small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in Roanoke City.

This half-day summit, hosted by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb, offers actionable insights, networking opportunities, and expert-led discussions to help you navigate the challenges of growing, managing, and starting your business in Roanoke City.

Event Highlights:

Keynote Address: Gain inspiration and actionable advice from industry leaders

Panel Discussions:

• Empowering Your Business: Utilizing Your City and Business Resources to Navigate Business Taxes and Legalities and to Best Manage Your Business Space

• Funding Resources and Programs

• Social Media and Marketing Strategies

• “Small and Mighty” Diverse Business Owners

Who Should Attend: This event is ideal for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and individuals considering starting a business in the Roanoke region.

Agenda Overview:

  8:30 AM: Meet and Mingle Networking

  9:00 AM: Welcome from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb

  9:30 AM: Expert Panels and Discussions

  11:50 AM: Closing Remarks

Cost: This event is free, but space is limited!

Register now to secure your spot and take the first step toward expanding or starting your business in the City of Roanoke.