Piedmont Ascent Business Conference

Join us for a dynamic half-day business conference for small business owners and entrepreneurs at every stage!

Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, this event will equip you with the insights and strategies you need to thrive. Our expert-led sessions will cover essential topics like leveraging AI for business growth, securing capital, mastering marketing, scaling efficiently, and creating a powerful vision for long-term success.

Beyond the training, you'll have the opportunity to network with like-minded business owners, exchange ideas, and build valuable connections that can help propel your business forward. Don't miss this chance to gain actionable knowledge and expand your network—register today!

Following the Piedmont Ascent Business Conference will be the Piedmont Pitch Competition. Conference attendees are encouraged to stay for the Pitch Competition to support six entrepreneurs as they pitch their business plan in front of judges for an opportunity to win prize money. Entrepreneurs and small business owners in Charlottesville and Albemarle can apply for an opportunity to pitch by March 14th at piedmontpitch.com.

Conference Agenda 12:00 PM – Doors Open

12:30 PM - 2 PM - Lunch AI Panel

2:00PM - 2:15PM - Break

2:15 PM - 3:15 PM - Breakout Sessions - Access to Capital and The Scale Up Process

3:15 PM - 3:30 PM - Break

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Breakout Sessions - Maximize Marketing Dollars and Creating a Vision for Your Team

4:30 PM - Networking

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Piedmont Pitch Competition

Early Bird Tickets until April 30th - $15 Ticket price goes up May 1st - $20

Co Sponsors - City of Charlottesville Office of Economic Development and Albemarle County Economic Development