# Event Details - **Event Name**: Glendale Small Business Growth Summit 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Grow your business with practical insights on funding, AI, marketing, and government contracting at this small business summit.About this EventGlendale Small Business Growth Summit 2026Join us at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles Glendale for the Glendale Small Business Growth Summit 2026 on September 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM (Pacific Time). This in-person event is designed for small business owners, entrepreneurs, founders, and professionals looking for practical strategies, useful resources, and new opportunities to grow.This business-focused summit brings together several of today's most important small business topics in one event — from accessing capital and adopting AI to strengthening your marketing and exploring government contracting opportunities.Throughout the afternoon, attendees will participate in focused sessions covering practical topics relevant to business growth.Whether you're launching a new venture, growing an established company, looking for funding, exploring AI tools, or searching for new revenue opportunities, this summit is designed to provide practical information you can take back to your business.The event concludes with a relaxed Closing Celebration, giving attendees an opportunity to reflect on the afternoon, continue conversations, and celebrate the local small business community.What You'll ExploreAccess to Capital Understand funding options, cash-flow considerations, business credit, loans, incentive programs, and how to prepare your business for future financing.AI for Small Business Explore practical first steps for using AI in everyday business operations — identifying a business challenge, selecting an appropriate AI tool, implementing it, and evaluating the results.People-First Marketing Discover ways to combine modern technology, storytelling, useful content, and authentic customer relationships to turn attention into business growth.Government Contracting Opportunities Learn about opportunities available through city, county, state, federal, and utility procurement programs and understand the foundations of becoming contract-ready.This summit is designed for:Small business ownersEntrepreneursStartup foundersIndependent business operatorsConsultants and service providersLocal retailers and professional businessesEarly-stage entrepreneurs preparing to launchEstablished businesses looking for new growth opportunitiesBusiness owners interested in funding, AI, marketing, or public-sector contractsNo advanced business or technology knowledge is required. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/e9988da0-a6b0-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg Agenda🕑: 02:00 PMRegistration & Check-In🕑: 02:30 PMOpening Remarks🕑: 02:45 PMAccess to Capital: Strategies for Growth & Funding SuccessInfo: Explore: - Business cash-flow fundamentals - When outside financing makes sense - Business credit considerations - Loans and alternative funding options - Incentive programs and available resources - Preparing your business for funding🕑: 04:00 PMBreak, Refreshments & Room Transition🕑: 04:20 PMAI for Main Street: Your First 3 Steps to Smarter BusinessInfo: Explore a simple approach to adopting AI: - Identify one real business pain point - Choose an accessible AI tool - Put it into practice - Track whether it saves time, improves productivity, or supports growth🕑: 05:00 PMPeople First Marketing: Connections That ConvertInfo: Explore: - Customer-centered marketing - Brand storytelling - Creating useful content - Using AI without losing authenticity - Building stronger customer relationships - Turning attention into measurable business opportunities🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PMCertified for Success: Procurement & Winning Government Contracts - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/glendale/glendale-small-business-growth-summit-2026/100001998743286976 - **Event Categories**: business, storytelling, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - door_time: 2026-09-09T20:45:00Z - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles Glendale - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 25, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Glendale - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles Glendale - **lat**: 34.1577555 - **long**: -118.257596 - **full address**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles Glendale, 800 N Central Ave, Glendale, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Glendale Small Business Growth Summit 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/dc793fb918f1033862e3c0e5647f88f109e9e4f85aba95635a31daf4ab4319b2-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080818-gmir.jpg?v=1787735040 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Glendale Small Business Growth Summit 2026 being held? - **A:** Glendale Small Business Growth Summit 2026 takes place on Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles Glendale, 800 N Central Ave, Glendale, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Glendale Small Business Growth Summit 2026? - **A:** Glendale Small Business Growth Summit 2026 is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Glendale Small Business Growth Summit 2026? - **A:** Glendale Small Business Growth Summit 2026 is organized by Glendale Business Growth Collective. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Glendale Small Business Growth Summit 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Glendale, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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