Join Us at Connect 2026
5 Premier Events for Oklahoma Business Professionals
Connect 2026 is an annual series of Oklahoma business gatherings dedicated to engaging entrepreneurs, start-ups, industry professionals, and small business owners throughout the state. Each event offers opportunities to expand networks, build partnerships, access key resources, and connect with vendors and suppliers. Connect 2026 serves as a hub where aspirations intertwine with possibilities, and where the landscape of commerce takes on new dimensions.
State of Small Business
February 11, 2026 • 11:30am—1:30pm • Hilton Garden Inn Tulsa Midtown
Join the Oklahoma Small Business Exchange for its annual State of Small Business luncheon, a signature event that brings together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community advocates from across the state. This is your opportunity to connect with fellow small business owners, hear from key industry leaders, and gain firsthand insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping Oklahoma's business environment.
Oklahoma Small Business Summit
May 19, 2026 • 9:00am—12:00pm • Hilton Garden Inn Tulsa Midtown
The Oklahoma Small Business Summit is a signature event held during National Small Business Month, dedicated to celebrating and empowering the state's vibrant small business community. This exclusive gathering features a robust lineup, including a panel of Oklahoma small business leaders, inspiring guest speakers, and a keynote presentation. The Summit brings together small business owners, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to share knowledge, build connections, and spark innovation.
2026 Oklahoma Business Expo
May 20, 2026 • 12:00pm—4:00pm • Tulsa Expo Square Exchange Center
The Oklahoma Business Expo is the state's premier B2B networking event, catering to small business owners, industry professionals, entrepreneurs, and startups. It offers attendees the opportunity to expand their network, forge new relationships, explore resources, and connect with vendors and suppliers. This highly anticipated event serves as a pivotal hub where Oklahoma enterprises converge, blending aspirations with opportunities, and expanding the landscape of commerce.
OKSBE Signature Roundtable
September 16, 2026 • 11:30am—1:30pm • Location TBD
The Oklahoma Small Business Roundtable is a two-hour luncheon event bringing together business owners, industry professionals, and community partners for candid conversation and practical insight into the rapidly shifting economic landscape. The event features a guest speaker who will ground the discussion with real-world experience and spark meaningful table conversations. Attendees are welcome to actively participate in the discussion or simply listen and learn—whatever feels most comfortable.
Full details and registration open 6/3/26.
Future of Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Oklahoma Small Business Exchange Annual Meeting
November 5, 2026 • 11:30am—1:00pm • Location TBD
Held during National Entrepreneurship Month, we invite you to join us for the OKSBE Annual Meeting - a distinguished gathering of business owners, entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry leaders from across the state. This esteemed event celebrates the spirit of entrepreneurship and the commitment to innovation that ensure Oklahoma's economic future.
Full details and registration open 6/3/26.
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Join the Oklahoma Small Business Exchange
Becoming a member of the Oklahoma Small Business Exchange is about more than just joining a network — it's a strategic investment in your business. Membership provides small business owners, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals with unparalleled opportunities to connect, grow, and thrive. Oklahoma’s economic future starts here and we invite you to be a part of it.