

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: StartSmart Business Expo hosted by the Regional Chamber of Commerce 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Aspiring entrepreneurs and new business owners are invited to take the first step toward business success at the StartSmart Business Expo, hosted by the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce on February 19, 4:00 at West River Hall, 40 Orlando Street, West Haven, as part of the Chamber’s StartSmart Initiative.

The StartSmart Business Expo is designed to provide individuals considering starting a business—and those in the early stages of ownership—with practical guidance, expert insight, and essential resources needed to build and sustain a successful business.

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn best practices across key areas of business development, including website creation, social media strategy, marketing planning, permitting and licensing requirements, insurance needs, financing options, and cash flow management. Local professionals and subject-matter experts will be available throughout the event to answer questions and offer real-world advice.

“The StartSmart Business Expo is about helping entrepreneurs start strong and avoid common pitfalls,” said a representative of the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce. “Whether someone is still exploring the idea of business ownership or has already taken their first steps, this event provides valuable tools and connections to support long-term success.”

The Expo is open to individuals interested in starting a business in any industry and serves as a forum to learn the foundational elements necessary to create a sustainable enterprise.

The StartSmart Initiative is part of the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce’s ongoing commitment to supporting entrepreneurship, economic growth, and small business development throughout the region.

StartSmart is a program designed to create a platform for new business owners to team up with established local experts for complementary mentorship and advice. If you would like to sign up to take advantage of this program, please click here

For more information about the StartSmart Business Expo or the StartSmart Initiative, please contact the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce. 

This Event is sponsored by the Milford Bank
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-haven/startsmart-business-expo-hosted-by-the-regional-chamber-of-commerce/200029460195649
- **Event Categories**: business, exhibitions
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 24

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://cca.milfordct.com/EvtListing.aspx?dbid2=CTMIL&evtid=10867140&class=E&utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=west+haven-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: West Haven
- **state**: CT
- **country**: United States
- **location**: West River Hall
- **lat**: 41.29974
- **long**: -72.95512
- **full address**: West River Hall, 37 Orlando St,West Haven, Connecticut, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce, CT (https://allevents.in/org/milford-regional-chamber-of-commerce-ct/5558746)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** West River Hall, 37 Orlando St,West Haven, Connecticut, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce, CT
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, exhibitions
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about StartSmart Business Expo hosted by the Regional Chamber of Commerce  ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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