# Event Details - **Event Name**: Small Business Resource Fair - Northern Kentucky - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am – Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Find all the resources you need to start and grow your business!About this EventJoin the ECDI Women's Business Center of Greater Cincinnati and the Kenton County Public Library on Monday, June 22 for a day of small business resources, trainings, and networking! Meet other local entrepreneurs and learn about the numerous free and affordable business resources available to you.This event is free and open to the public!Entrepreneurial resources, professional services, trainings, and more!Meet with regional entrepreneurial resource partnersQuick trainings to learn how to elevate your businessLearn about FREE business resources in our ecosystemNetwork with local business owners and economic development professionalsNew this year — Teen Space: Teens interested in entrepreneurship can connect with the Kenton County Public Library and Square1.Refreshments will be provided throughout the day to keep you energizedInteresting in sponsoring this event? Contact Ella FryeCome for the resources, stay for the connections, and leave with the tools to grow your small business like never before!Resources ExhibitingECDIECDI's Women's Business Center of Greater CincinnatiECDI's Contractor Resource CenterECDI's Veteran Business Outreach Center of OhioKenton County Public Library - Small Business Resource CollaborativeRepublic BankCovington Business CouncilCity of Covington Economic DevelopmentSquare1African American Chamber of Commerce - Greater Cincinnati & Northern KYAviatra AcceleratorsDisabled American Veterans (DAV)Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses at Cincinnati StateKentucky APEX AcceleratorKentucky Department of RevenueKentucky Office of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Contract ComplianceKentucky SBDC in CovingtonKentucky Secretary of StateNorthern Kentucky Area Development DistrictSCORE Greater Cincinnati/DaytonU.S. Small Business AdministrationWBC of KentuckyRapid-Fire Workshop TopicsAccessing your small business EcosystemTeen Entrepreneurship CornerHow to create a business planWays to fund your small businessWhat to know before signing a commercial lease/contractLeveraging AI in your small businessLeveraging AI to build your website/marketing https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/818e9bf0-6a79-11f1-884b-0fa428c2316e-rimg-w1200-h480-dcffffff-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/81e32490-6a79-11f1-84dc-45f3f336a641-rimg-w1200-h480-dcffffff-gmir.jpg The Economic & Community Development Institute's Women's Business Centers of Ohio guide individuals at any stage of the business process. Through one-on-one counseling sessions with WBC staff and volunteers, you can get the direction and resources to meet your goals. Business advisers want to help you successfully start a business, or grow and expand your existing business -- increasing revenue and creating jobs for the local economy.The WBCs present training workshops regularly to provide access to small business knowledge at no charge. They are the only SBA-funded Women's Business Centers in the state.Funded (in part) through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.Women's Business CenterFederal Share- 50%- $150,000Non-Federal Share- 50%- $150,000Total Program Cost: $300,000Resource Fair Sechdule?: 09:00 AM - 09:35 AMRegistration + Breakfast + Exhibitor Hall Open Info: Check-in to the Resource Fair, grab a coffee and check out the expo hall! Exhibitors will be available all day.?: 09:35 AM - 09:45 AMWelcome RemarksHost: Ella Frye | ECDI Women's Business CenterInfo: Welcome remarks from the Mayor of Covington and other NKY business ecosystem leaders.?: 09:50 AM - 10:35 AMTRAINING BLOCK A | 9:50 AM - 10:35 AM (See Below)Info: Join one of our workshops to help sharpen your skills: Open for Business: Finding and Securing Your First Commercial Space, Start Smart: Creating a Plan for Business Success, Work Smarter: Practical AI Tools for Small Business Success?: 09:50 AM - 10:35 AMOpen for Business: Finding and Securing Your First Commercial SpaceHost: Susan Smith, Business Attraction Mgr | City of CovingtonInfo: Learn how to evaluate commercial properties, understand local zoning and code requirements, navigate lease agreements, and avoid common pitfalls when opening your first business location. Whether you're considering a storefront, office, or production space, this session will help you make informed decisions before you sign. ?: 09:50 AM - 10:35 AMStart Smart: Creating a Plan for Business SuccessHost: April Coffee, Business Coach | Kentucky SBDCInfo: Learn the purpose of a business plan, the key sections every entrepreneur should understand, and how a well-crafted plan can help you secure funding, guide decision-making, and turn your vision into a thriving business. ?: 09:50 AM - 10:35 AMWork Smarter: Practical AI Tools for Small Business SuccessHost: Michelle Morrison, Owner | Culture TimingInfo: Discover how AI can help you save time, streamline operations, improve customer service, and simplify marketing tasks. In this hands-on computer lab workshop, participants will explore practical, affordable AI tools and follow along in real time as they learn how to create content, automate routine tasks, generate marketing ideas, and use AI as a virtual business assistant. No prior AI experience is required. ?: 09:50 AM - 10:15 AMLibrary Tour Info: Take a tour of the Kenton County Libraries Scott Street branch and learn about their various free small business resources. Tour will start at library front desk.?: 10:35 AM - 11:15 AMVENDOR BOOTHS and B2B NETWORKINGInfo: Time to visit Northern Kentucky small business resource booths and network with other small businesses.?: 11:20 AM - 12:05 PMTRAINING BLOCK B | 11:20 AM - 12:05 AM (See Below)Info: Join one of our workshops to help sharpen your skills: Your Business Support Team: Resources Every Entrepreneur Should Know, Funding Your Future: Preparing Your Business for Capital, Market Smarter: AI Tools for Marketing & Social Media ?: 11:20 AM - 12:05 PMFunding Your Future: Preparing Your Business for CapitalHost: Isa Shakir, Program Manager | ECDI Women's Bus. CenterInfo: Access to capital starts long before you submit a loan application. Join representatives from a commercial bank and a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) to learn what lenders look for, how to strengthen your financial position, and the steps you can take today to become loan ready. Whether you're seeking startup funding, expansion capital, or simply planning ahead, this session will help you better understand your financing options and prepare for success. ?: 11:20 AM - 12:05 PMYour Business Support Team: Resources Every Entrepreneur Should KnowHost: Michael Ashcraft, Senior Area Manager | SBAInfo: Starting and growing a business takes the right support team. Join representatives from Northern Kentucky's leading business resource organizations to learn about funding, counseling, training, networking, and technical assistance opportunities available to entrepreneurs. Discover who can help, when to engage them, and how to leverage local resources to grow your business. ?: 11:20 AM - 12:05 PMMarket Smarter: AI Tools for Marketing & Social MediaHost: Dawn Parks, Director | NKU BizAccessHubInfo: Put AI to work for your marketing. In this hands-on computer lab workshop, participants will explore AI tools for creating websites, social media content, marketing materials, and promotional campaigns. Learn how to streamline your marketing efforts, save time, and build a stronger online presence using practical tools you can start using immediately.?: 11:20 AM - 11:45 AMLibrary TourInfo: Take a tour of the Kenton County Libraries Scott Street branch and learn about their various free small business resources. Tour will start at library front desk.?: 12:10 PM - 01:00 PMNetworking & Lunch?: 01:00 PM - 01:45 PMProtect What You Build: Intellectual Property for Small BusinessesHost: John Schlipp, Business Navigator | Covington LibraryInfo: CLOSING SESSION Your business name, logo, products, content, and creative ideas may be some of your most valuable assets. Learn the basics of copyrights, trademarks, and intellectual property protection, including what can be protected, when protection makes sense, and how to begin the application process. ?: 01:45 PM - 02:00 PMClose Out and Final ConnectionsInfo: Final chance to connect with resources and other businesses.Teen Entrepreneur Track?: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AMCheck InInfo: Check in at the front desk and head to the designated Teen-Trepreneur space.?: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMTEEN-TRPRENEUR TrackHost: Keith Schneider, Executive Director | Square1Info: Participants will be broken into small groups and spend the day build a unique business concept through guided conversations and worksheets on how to identify opportunities, research the industry, and develop solutions to real-world challenges. The day will end with the team presenting a short pitch on their projects. Lunch and Snacks will be provided. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/covington/small-business-resource-fair-northern-kentucky/100001985591448473 - **Event Categories**: kentucky-derby, business, workshops, exhibitions - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Kenton County Public Library - Covington Branch - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Covington - **state**: KY - **country**: United States - **location**: Kenton County Public Library - Covington Branch - **lat**: 39.0857697 - **long**: -84.50854199999999 - **full address**: Kenton County Public Library - Covington Branch, 502 Scott Blvd, Covington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Small Business Resource Fair - Northern Kentucky - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/2b9026d15524a1740ca7fe75b8cfb66d31117dcd77851494b35d77a758cd9ec4-rimg-w1200-h600-dc1b4b59-gmir.jpg?v=1775758650 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Small Business Resource Fair - Northern Kentucky being held? - **A:** Small Business Resource Fair - Northern Kentucky takes place on Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Kenton County Public Library - Covington Branch, 502 Scott Blvd, Covington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Small Business Resource Fair - Northern Kentucky? - **A:** Small Business Resource Fair - Northern Kentucky is organized by Women's Business Center of Greater Cincinnati. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Small Business Resource Fair - Northern Kentucky is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Covington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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