5th Annual Connect and Contract Summit

Connect. Learn. Grow. The 5th Annual Connect & Contract Business Summit brings entrepreneurs, business leaders, & industry experts together! Connect & Contract Business Summit 2027 Fueling Growth. Building Legacy. The Connect & Contract Business Summit returns for its 5th year, bringing together entrepreneurs, small business owners, corporate and government leaders, procurement professionals, resource partners, and emerging entrepreneurs for a day built around access, opportunity, relationships, and business growth. Connect & Contract goes beyond traditional networking. The Summit is designed to help entrepreneurs learn, build meaningful relationships, and connect directly with the people, resources, and opportunities that can move their businesses forward. The 2027 Summit will include the Connect & Contract Signature Matchmaking Experience, creating intentional opportunities for entrepreneurs to participate in 1:1 conversations with corporate, government, and procurement decision-makers. These focused connections give business owners an opportunity to introduce their capabilities, explore potential alignment, and begin conversations that can lead to future business opportunities. Attendees will also gain practical business education, hear from experienced leaders and industry professionals, discover valuable resources, and build relationships that can lead to partnerships, revenue, and long-term growth. This aligns with the Summit’s established focus on direct access to decision-makers and business opportunities. New for 2027, the Summit will feature a dedicated Young Entrepreneur Track, creating an intentional space for younger and emerging entrepreneurs to gain business education, expand their professional networks, and get exposure to entrepreneurship and contracting opportunities. The experience will also feature a Young Entrepreneur Pitch Competition, giving emerging business owners an opportunity to put their ideas in the spotlight and showcase their businesses. What to Expect: • The Connect & Contract Signature Matchmaking Experience with 1:1 access to corporate, government, and procurement decision-makers • Business education and practical strategies • Access to buyers, resource partners, and industry leaders • A dedicated Young Entrepreneur Track and Pitch Competition • Executive networking and intentional relationship-building • Procurement and contracting opportunities and resources • Connections designed to continue beyond the Summit Whether you're an established business owner pursuing your next opportunity, an entrepreneur ready to expand your network, or a young entrepreneur building what's next, Connect & Contract is designed to help you make meaningful connections and position your business for growth. Make It a Two-Day Experience Connect & Contract is part of a powerful two-day experience beginning Sunday, February 28 with SHE Leads: Power in Motion—a celebration of women in leadership, entrepreneurship, fashion, and impact featuring the SHE Leads Awards, Power in Motion Fashion Show, Marketplace, networking, and more. Attend one experience or join us for both with a Full Experience ticket and make the most of an unforgettable weekend of connection, opportunity, and celebration. People. Partnerships. Opportunities. Real Impact. Join us Monday, March 1, 2027, for the 5th Annual Connect & Contract Business Summit. Fueling Growth. Building Legacy.