BUSINESS SUMMIT: June 2026
7:30AM Registration, Breakfast & Networking
8:30AM Welcome Speakers
9:00AM Keynote Speaker
9:45 AM City of Dayton Remarks
10:00AM Joby Presentation
11:00AM Lunch & Guest Presenter
12:30 PM Session A Breakouts
1:30 PM Session B Breakouts
2:30 PM Vendor Showcase, Networking & Headshots
3:30PM Adjourn
Pricing
Individual: $50
Payment is due at the time of registration.
Sponsorship opportunities are available, please contact Natasha Sandella nsandella@dacc.org.
Igniting Growth, Empowering Businesses
Join the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Growth Alliance for a day-long dynamic gathering of business leaders, entrepreneurs, procurement professionals, and business support organizations from across the region.
This year’s summit is designed to focus on three key areas that help businesses grow and succeed: capital, procurement, and business development support. This event will bring together forward-thinking voices for a day centered on connection, access, and opportunity. Attendees can expect engaging speakers, meaningful networking, and conversations focused on business growth, access, and the future of our regional economy.
Keynote:
•Joni Fedders, CEO & President, Aileron
Speakers:
• Lilly Cavanaugh, Chief, Ohio Department of Development, MBDD
• Thomas Ubelhart, General Manager, Joby Aviation
• Jerome Jones, Lender Relations Specialist, United States Small Business Administration (SBA)
Session A Breakout Panels 12:30 PM:
• Procurement & Projects by Ohio Facilities and Construction Commission (OFCC), Messer Construction, City of Trotwood, Skanska
• Capital by Huntington, KeyBank & SBA
Session B Breakout Panels 1:30 PM:
• Procurement for Professional Services by Miami University, Montgomery County, Solvita
• Business Support Organizations by Apex Accelerator, Economic & Community Development Institute (ECDI), Human Relations Council (HRC), Entrepreneurs Center (EC), Aileron
* Attendees will select their sessions the day of the event.
Don’t miss this chance to engage with our business ecosystem! Whether you are a business owner, corporation, or community partner, the Business Summit will offer valuable perspectives and chances to build new relationships.
Who Should Attend?
• Public and Private Procurement Partners
• Small Businesses
• Financial Institutions
• Business Support Organizations
Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations looking to support and gain visibility at this premier business event. Interested in sponsoring? Please email nsandella@dacc.org for additional information.
*This event is open to any and all, regardless of identity.
Sponsors:
SBGA Partners:
•AES Ohio
•Fifth Third
•Kettering Health
•KeyBank
•Wright Patt-Credit Union
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