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Illinois Entrepreneurs is designed to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners to grow and sustain healthy businesses through regular meetings and annual training conferences featuring some of the country's best entrepreneurs and experts.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- NEA Entrepreneur Bootcamp & Certification ProgramLink visible for attendees
The NEA Entrepreneur Bootcamp and Certification Program presented by the National Entrepreneurs Association and powered by the Comerica Foundation is a 9 week course that will help you understand entrepreneurship from A to Z, avoid common pitfalls, accelerate your growth and achieve your business goals faster. Modules are taught by experienced entrepreneurs, college professors and banking professionals with real world experience. Attend our free orientation on Sept 22nd to learn how you can take advantage of this nationally acclaimed virtual training program. To learn more about the NEA Entrepreneur Bootcamp or to apply visit https://www.nationalentrepreneurs.org/training
- 2025 Entrepreneurs & Small Biz Conference: CollaborationLawrence Technological University , Southfield, MI
The National Entrepreneurs Association will host the 2025 Entrepreneur and Small Business Conference Friday October 24, 2025 from 9am to 4pm at Lawrence Tech University in Southfield Michigan. This one-day event will feature some of the best business minds in the country and provide high level training for entrepreneurs and small business owners to grow and sustain successful businesses.
This year's theme is "Collaboration" and will explore how entrepreneurs, organizations and professionals can work together to share resources, expand networks, spark innovation, and create opportunities to accelerate growth. Whether you’re looking for new partnerships, fresh ideas, or ways to strengthen your business, you’ll leave inspired and equipped to make collaboration a cornerstone of your success.
Multi-Emmy winning broadcast journalist, Paula Tutman will be the 2025 NEA Entrepreneur and Small Business Conference keynote speaker. Based on personal experience, Paula will share how entrepreneurs can accelerate their success through collaboration and partnership, whether its with individuals, community organizations or corporations.
Early registration is happening now. Register with promocode EARLYBIRD and save. Sponsored by Lawrence Tech University and Comerica Bank.
2025 Event Highlights:
- Inspirational Keynote Speakers
- Information Packed Breakout Sessions
- Powerful Panel Discussions
- Business Resources
- Exhibitors & Vendors
- Power Networking Breakfast and Lunch
- Entrepreneur Bootcamp All Cohort Class Reunion
Registration $97. For more info or to register visit
nationalentrepreneurs.org/2025-entrepreneur-conference*Testimonials from previous conferences
It was an OUTSTANDING EVENT! Many thanks to Dr. ZaLonya Allen for her vision to support small businesses with the creation of National Entrepreneurs Association! I was honored to serve as a panelist... Vickie Lewis, Founder and CEO of VMX International
Congratulations! I had an amazing time of learning and networking! Regina Hall, Founder of Enlighten Heart Services
It was an excellent conference. You should feel extremely accomplished. Stacie Croffe, Healthcare Leadership
What a phenomenal event and amazing entrepreneurs Being the difference in the world! The generosity of support, laughter and wisdom shared was unparalleled! Bravo! Bernadette Johnson, Leadership Strategist
