Norm Van Eeden Petersman, Strong Towns Director of Membership & Development, will be speaking at the Small Business Symposium hosted by the Small Business Development Center at Lamar State College in Port Arthur, Texas on September 12, 2023. 

LOCATION: Robert A. "Bob" Bowers Civic Center   |   DATE: September 12, 2023 

TIME: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. CT

This symposium is designed to instruct, inspire, empower, and excite established small business owners and individuals seeking to start a new business. A featured keynote speaker, brought to you by Motiva Enterprises, Norm Van Eeden Petersman, Director of Membership & Development, at Strong Towns and Member Advocate. In this Curbside Chat, he explains in plain language, how so many American cities have found themselves in decline after decades of “growth.” The problem lies in the current model of development — one which values short-term gains over long-term prosperity. To strengthen our cities and ensure their economic success, we must look to traditional ways of building cities. This presentation will show how active citizens, local officials and design professionals can change the negative trajectory in their towns and help them to become more resilient — no matter what challenges lie ahead. This core Strong Towns presentation is a game-changer for communities looking to grow more resilient in an uncertain future.

Highlights:

• SBA lender match

• B2B networking opportunities

• Local small business service and product providers

• Training seminars for small business owners offered throughout the day

This symposium is targeted to first time business owners, existing small business owners, and those wanting to open a business. Please Note: Preregistration is required.