Business Builder Expo: Start, Scale & Grow Your Business!

Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) and the Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC) invite you to the Business Builder Expo, the premier event in the North Puget Sound for entrepreneurs looking to kickstart, scale, or grow their businesses!

Presented by the City of Lynnwood, and in partnership with The District - Lynnwood, US Bank and Business Health Trust, this one-day expo is designed to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re shaping an idea, launching a new venture, or preparing to scale, the Business Builder Expo delivers practical education, expert guidance, and meaningful connections to help you move forward with confidence.

Why attend?

The Business Builder Expo features targeted panels and hands-on workshops focused on the most relevant challenges and opportunities facing today’s entrepreneurs. Sessions will cover turning business ideas into real-world impact, navigating licensing and permitting requirements, using AI and digital advertising to grow your business, preparing for taxes, strengthening cybersecurity, exploring government contracting opportunities, and understanding alternative financing options. In the afternoon, attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in lender matchmaking, with dedicated time to connect directly with lenders and financial institutions to discuss funding options and next steps.

From crafting your business idea, navigating the challenges of launching a startup, or seeking strategies to scale your existing business, you'll find targeted content and resources to meet your needs.

General Admission Includes ($25):

• Full access to all panels, workshops, and activities
• Complimentary lunch
• Networking with fellow entrepreneurs and regional experts
• Lender matchmaking sessions

Resource Fair

Explore a robust resource fair featuring lenders and financial institutions, marketing and branding agencies, business advisors, government agencies, legal and compliance services, and other organizations committed to small business success—all in one place. Exhibitors include:

			Booth 49
Booth 69	Booth 21	Booth 50	Booth 68
Booth 37	Booth 36	Booth 52	Booth 4
Booth 55	Booth 61	Booth 42	Booth 41
Booth 33	Booth 48	Booth 9	Booth 13
Booths 56-57	Booth 59	Booth 5	Booth 53
Booth 47	Booth 35	Booth 71	Booth 70
Booth 15	Booth 66	Booth 6	Booth 63
Booth 32	Booth 34	Booth 58	Booths 1-2
Booth 60	Booth 16	Booth 22	Booths 38-39
Booth 17	Booth 7	Booth 23	Booth 54
Booth 65	Booth 19	Booth 14	Booth 43
Booth 18	Booth 45	Booth 46	Booth 3
Booth 51	Booth 67	Booth 8	Booths 24-25
Booth 62	Booth 72	Booth 40	Booth 73
Booth 31	Booth 15	Booth 11	Booth 30
Booths 29	Booth 27	Booth 44	Booth 26

Calling all business resource organizations and service providers! Register today to be part of the 2026 Business Builder Expo Resource Fair.

Exhibition Includes ($250):

• Booth with 6' draped table and 2 chairs
• All-access admission for 2 staff
• Complimentary lunch
• Opportunity to share services and resources with regional business leaders

Discounts available for federal agencies, plus veteran-owned and OMWBE-certified businesses. Contact MeganP@EconomicAllianceSC.org for discount codes. 

Event Agenda:

Sponsor This Event!

Sponsoring the Business Builder Expo places your organization directly in front of business owners, decision-makers, and resource partners from across the region. The Expo connects a highly engaged audience seeking solutions in financing, workforce, procurement, technology, and growth, offering sponsors strong brand visibility, lead generation, and relationship-building opportunities in a singe, high-impact setting. Click here to download a sponsorship form for a complete overview of rates and benefits and commit to sponsoring the 2026 Business Builder Expo today!