HUNTSVILLE — A summit hosted by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber aims to “propel” entrepreneurs and small businesses to success.
More than just an event, next month’s P.R.O.P.E.L. Small Business & Entrepreneur Summit is a platform designed to elevate entrepreneurship, drive innovation, and foster meaningful connections across Huntsville’s small business ecosystem.
Guided by six core principles – Promote, Resource, Open, Prepare, Engage, and Launch – the summit will empower small businesses, entrepreneurs and the organizations that support them.
The summit, set for Oct. 28–29 at Stovehouse in Huntsville, will place a strategic spotlight on high-growth, high-impact industries including advanced manufacturing, aerospace, biotechnology, cybersecurity and digital infrastructure. By uniting entrepreneurs, small businesses, investors, industry leaders, and ecosystem partners, P.R.O.P.E.L. aims to create a collaborative environment where innovation and opportunity converge.
Applications are open through Oct. 3 and selected candidates will be notified by Oct. 14. To apply and for more information, click here.
Entrepreneurs will take center stage during live pitch competitions, where they’ll present their ventures to a panel of judges for the chance to win cash prizes that can help fuel their next stage of growth. Demo day sessions will give entrepreneurs and small businesses a platform to showcase their cutting-edge products and technologies aligned with key industry sectors.
Adding to the energy of the summit is the SolutionLAB, where small businesses pitch their “solution” to the innovation priorities and procurement needs identified by industry partners – opening new pathways for collaboration and procurement opportunities.
Attendees can expect engaging panel discussions on essential topics for small business growth, including securing funding, attracting top talent, harnessing digital tools, and expanding through strategic partnerships.
The sessions are crafted to provide actionable advice and inspiration for entrepreneurs at every stage. Plus, attendees will help select the winners of the pitch competitions held on both days of the summit.
Whether you’re an emerging entrepreneur, an established small business owner, corporate decision-maker, or ecosystem supporter, the P.R.O.P.E.L. Summit provides the tools, resources, and relationships to move your work – and the region – forward.
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