Southwest Business Summit

Southwest Business Summit Change happens. Momentum is what we make of it! May 27–28, 2026.

The Southwest Business Summit brings together bold thinkers, builders, and doers from across the region to spark ideas and shape what’s next.

The moments between sessions matter, too.Great conversations, new connections, and plenty of proof that business is buil...
08/14/2026

The moments between sessions matter, too.

Great conversations, new connections, and plenty of proof that business is built through people.

A little East Coast charm and a whole lot of community support.We are so grateful for the sponsors, exhibitors, and part...
07/31/2026

A little East Coast charm and a whole lot of community support.

We are so grateful for the sponsors, exhibitors, and partners who helped bring the 2026 Southwest Business Summit to life.

Thank you for being part of an event that continues to celebrate and support business in Southwest New Brunswick.

A big thank you to Joshua Council for bringing the energy, humour, and practical advice to the 2026 Southwest Business S...
07/24/2026

A big thank you to Joshua Council for bringing the energy, humour, and practical advice to the 2026 Southwest Business Summit.

His session, Stand Out in a Flooded Market, gave businesses a fresh way to think about marketing by paying attention to the conversations already happening around them. What are people saying? What are they asking for? What keeps coming up again and again?

Joshua reminded us that sometimes the best marketing insight is not buried in a complicated strategy. It is already out there, waiting to be noticed.

Thanks, Joshua, for helping us think a little differently about how businesses can stand out and get chosen faster.

A great MC does more than keep an event on schedule. They set the tone for the room.Elizabeth Eldridge brought energy, h...
07/14/2026

A great MC does more than keep an event on schedule. They set the tone for the room.

Elizabeth Eldridge brought energy, humour, warmth, and personality to the 2026 Southwest Business Summit, keeping the audience engaged and connected from beginning to end.

As a local small business owner and a familiar face in our regional business community, Elizabeth felt right at home behind the mic.

Thank you, Elizabeth, for bringing your energy to the stage and helping make the 2026 Southwest Business Summit such a memorable experience.

From meaningful conversations to new introductions, this event continues to be a reminder of what happens when our regio...
07/07/2026

From meaningful conversations to new introductions, this event continues to be a reminder of what happens when our regional business community comes together.

Looking back at the 2026 Southwest Business Summit and the energy that filled the room.From conversations between sessio...
07/02/2026

Looking back at the 2026 Southwest Business Summit and the energy that filled the room.

From conversations between sessions to new connections made throughout the day, this event continues to be about bringing our regional business community together in a meaningful way.

We’ll be sharing a few moments from this year’s Summit over the coming months as we continue building on the momentum and planning for next year!! Stay tuned!

Lemon Blossom Studio

At the Southwest Business Summit, we believe that strong communities are built by people who are willing to lead, innova...
06/08/2026

At the Southwest Business Summit, we believe that strong communities are built by people who are willing to lead, innovate, support others, and create positive change.

Our annual Summit Awards celebrate the entrepreneurs, organizations, and community champions who are making a meaningful impact across Southwest New Brunswick. Following community nominations and voting, we are proud to recognize our 2026 recipients:

🏆 Youth Entrepreneur Award
Kara Robertson, Bordertown Beauty Bar Salon & Spa

🏆 Solo Entrepreneur Award
Derek Randall, Elite Strength Academy Ltd.

🏆 Community Spirit Award
Be Me Kidz

🏆 Workplace Diversity & Inclusion Award
St. Croix Vocational Center

These awards recognize those who are building businesses, strengthening communities, creating opportunities, and fostering environments where people can thrive.

We would also like to congratulate all of this year's nominees. Being nominated is a reflection of the impact you have made and the respect you have earned from those around you.

Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations and cast a vote. Together, you helped shine a spotlight on some truly deserving individuals and organizations.

Please join us in congratulating our 2026 Southwest Business Summit Award recipients and nominees.

06/02/2026

Back to your regularly scheduled programming, but hopefully with a clearer sense of your why.
The Southwest Business Summit is a wrap. From the opening night at the Huntsman to the gala and awards ceremony, this year brought together exactly the kind of people this region needs in the same room. Leaders, builders, small business owners, and community champions all showing up ready to lead through change.
Thank you for being part of it. We can’t wait to start planning the next one.

Kickoff night is here! 🎉 Joshua Council on the keynote stage. Hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, and the first conversations befo...
05/27/2026

Kickoff night is here! 🎉
Joshua Council on the keynote stage. Hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, and the first conversations before a full day of learning.

Registration opens at 3 PM in the Algonquin lobby, then hop the shuttle over to the Huntsman Marine Science Centre for a 6–9 PM kickoff.
Back at it tomorrow for the full day Summit.
Tonight we connect. Tomorrow we get to work.

05/26/2026

Your reminder emails have been sent.
Swag bags are loaded!
We can’t wait to see you!

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