Scaling Resilient Entrepreneurship

Thursday, May 7, 2026 9:00am-3:30pm

CT State Community College-Gateway, New Haven

Hosted during National Small Business Week, the Beyond Business As Usual Summit convenes Connecticut’s entrepreneurs, small business owners, ecosystem builders, and policymakers to chart a more inclusive and resilient economy.

This day-long, statewide summit is designed for impact-driven entrepreneurs and the organizations that support them. We're bringing together entrepreneurs and leaders to explore bold solutions in policy reform, collaborative ecosystems, innovative funding and ownership models, and sustainable growth strategies that can help businesses not only survive, but thrive across Connecticut’s entrepreneurial landscape.

Who Should Attend?

• Entrepreneurs and small business owners ready to move from stability to scale
  
  
• Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs) and ecosystem builders
  
  
• Professional service providers (accountants, lawyers, HR firms, consultants) who work with small businesses
  
  
• Investors, policymakers, and anyone interested in business with social or environmental impact
  
  

Why Attend?

• Gain practical tools for navigating regulatory barriers, accessing capital, and scaling in uncertain times.
  
  
• Learn about innovative ownership and funding models that center equity and long‑term resilience.
  
  
• Connect with peers, mentors, and partners from across Connecticut’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem.​
  
  

Leave with fresh ideas, new relationships, and concrete next steps to grow a resilient business.