Join Us to Celebrate Small Business and Economic Development Weeks

Release Date: 2026-05-05

The Small Business Expo will feature several information and resource booths hosted by participating organizations. The event will also offer opportunities for attendees to learn about programs and services for small businesses, network with other entrepreneurs and meet one-on-one with business professionals throughout Long Beach. 

Attendees must register online to attend. Registration for the event is free of cost through Friday, May 8, 2026, using promo code SUPPORTSB26. Thereafter, a $30 fee will apply for participants. Refreshments and a catered meal will be available.

In celebration of National Small Business Week (May 3 to 9) and Economic Development Week (May 4 to 8), EDO will also recognize 22 newly certified Long Beach Legacy Businesses and 17 Green Businesses at the May 5, 2026, Long Beach City Council meeting. Complimentary parking will be available in the Civic Center Garage (332 W. Broadway).

Additionally, EDO will be conducting a social media campaign featuring local retailers on Facebook, X and Instagram @lbecondev and highlighting businesses in its Business Brief Newsletter. Businesses and the community are encouraged to subscribe to the newsletter to stay up to date on the latest business-related news and opportunities.

For additional information about the event, those interested may contact Judy Nelson, VP, Business Council, Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, at jnelson@lbchamber.com. To learn about resources for small businesses, the community can call the City’s BizCare Hotline at 562.570.4BIZ (4249) or email BizCare@longbeach.gov.