The Small Business Conference. Festival-style event for business owners, operators, and teams. Build relationships. Grow your company. Sep 15-17 in Columbia, MO

Columbia, Missouri
A decision scientist. A hypersonic CEO. A VC. A Main Street operator. A faith-driven movement builder. A serial founder. Six of the 60+ speakers at Main Street Summit this September. Prices go up soon — register by May 1. Sept 15-17. Columbia, MO. register.mainstreetsummit.co…
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Shane Parrish on Next-Step Confidence: “I don’t need the confidence to get the outcome I want, I just need the confidence to take the next step forward.” @shaneparrish
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It just keeps getting better. From @SahilBloom, Carl Edwards, & Will Thorndike To @dawallach, @dharrisindc, @jwmares, @tamarawinter & @FoundersPodcast Our speaker list is LIVE (and still growing)! Main Street Summit is where quality meets quantity. -100+ speakers -12+ stages -7 content Tracks Learn & connect with some of the most accomplished operators & business builders from around the world. Reserve your passes today & join us in Columbia on November 4th - 6th. Details below. 👇
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Main Street Summit is back! 👀 October 9-10, 2024 Passes go on sale tomorrow, and it pays to act fast. Early bird pricing on all passes (15% off) plus we are throwing in two free Main Street Summit T-shirts for a limited time. Join the list to be the first to know!
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Main Street Summit 2023 recap. Business owners, operators, and investors representing 8 countries came to Columbia, MO November 7-9, 2023 for a business festival unlike any other.
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David Senra is a walking, talking business encyclopedia. His @FoundersPodcast is an instruction manual on how to build a thriving business written by history’s greatest entrepreneurs. No one on Earth has dedicated more time to studying the methods, behaviors, and tactics of the world’s greatest business builders. His insights into how owners & operators can apply timeless lessons from Buffett & Munger, Rockefeller, Sam Walton, and many more to their own companies are second to none. You won’t want to miss David at Main Street Summit next month. Come prepared with questions. Odds are, David’s got the answers.
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Welcome to Main Street Summit! And welcome to sunny Columbia, MO! We’re officially Summiting, & it feels so, so good. It’s going to be a great week!
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We're gathering SMB owners, operators, and investors for a two-day festival this November! Passes on sale now.
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🚨 MAIN STAGE LINEUP ANNOUNCED We're excited to share the Main Stage speakers for Main Street Summit 2025! And it's stacked. @TimTebow – Heisman winner, entrepreneur, and philanthropist @SahilBloom – Writer and investor helping millions think better about business @davidsenra – Host of @FoundersPodcast, expert on what makes great entrepreneurs tick Kelli Larson – Founder of Rylee and Cru Collective Carl Edwards – @NASCAR champion and successful business leader @eglyman – Co-founder & CEO of @tryramp Plus 30+ more founders, operators, and innovators with real stories to share. 📅 November 4-6, 2025 📍Downtown Columbia, MO Three days of practical insights, honest conversations, and connections with people building businesses that matter. No buzzwords. Just real talk from people who've been in the trenches. Grab your pass to see these incredible speakers at MainStreetSummit.com #MainStreetSummit #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness
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The happiest of hours. A magical first night at Main Street Summit x ⁦@LogboatBrewing⁩ ✨
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Main Street Summit has finally arrived! 🎉 After months of hard work and weeks of eager anticipation, our celebration of the small business community is here. Welcome to beautiful downtown Columbia, Missouri. Thank you for joining us 💛 Build new relationships. Grow your company. And don’t forget to have some fun!
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“As a CEO, it’s hard to start delegating tasks to your employees. We’ve started using the 80 percent rule. If your employee can complete a task 80 percent up to your standard, give to them! Spend your time doing tasks only YOU can do.” - Jesse and Sam Bodine, Scout and Nimble
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At the end of the day, and at the end of Main Street Summit, it's all about relationships. Real, unvarnished relationships. The kind that reveals unadulterated joy during life's sunnier seasons. And the kind that shows genuine empathy throughout life's cloudier days. Main Street Summit is a place to discover and renew those kinds of relationships. We are so grateful for everyone who chose to spend 2+ days with us in Columbia, Missouri this week. And for those who followed the festival from afar, we see you, too. We can't wait to see you again.
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We're locked in for 2025. Join us in Columbia next year for Main Street Summit! Mark your calendars: Nov. 4 - 6, 2025. ➡️ And stay tuned this week for details on how to reserve your passes at the lowest rate possible. We're aiming to make year 3 of the Summit the best yet!
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Scenes from Main Street Summit 📸 What an incredible week! Over 1,200 business owners and operators gathered in downtown Columbia, MO, for three days of connections and conversations that will shape the year ahead. Thank you to everyone who made this week unforgettable. Here's to building relationships and growing companies, together. 🍂 Photo credit @BennyMate_ #mainstreetsummit #smb #smallbusiness #businessconference #columbiamo
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It's Main Street Summit week! We're putting the finishing touches on. See you soon!
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We brought our 30-person team together this week to prep for Main Street Summit. With nearly 1,400 attendees coming together, we're ready to deliver on our commitment: creating an experience that's excellent, unusual, and high-value - all at the same time. @Clayton_Dorge walked the team through these three concepts - our guiding principles for the week: 1. Excellent – Excellent means our logistics are invisible, our hospitality is unreasonable, and our attention to detail is meticulous. Every touchpoint—from the seamless flow of activities to the top-notch food and drink—is crafted to feel effortless. We've thought of everything, so you don't have to think of anything except the people in front of you. 2. Unusual – Unusual means we throw out convention in favor of what actually works. No ballrooms or stuffy conference halls. No sit-down dinners unless they're masterfully facilitated. Instead, you'll find fresh air, physical movement, and unconventional settings that create authentic connections. Structure and spontaneity dance together, creating space for both planned excellence and serendipitous magic. 3. High-Value – High-value means some of your most important relationships are in the room, and we've created the perfect conditions for those relationships to deepen. Every moment is designed to spark conversations and opportunities that wouldn't happen anywhere else. You'll leave with not just memories, but with tools to keep those connections growing long after the experience ends. Main Street Summit isn't about us. It's about small business practitioners coming together, learning from one another, and growing. We created this event to be different. To be worth your time. To be something you've never experienced before in this space. Our entire team is there to make that happen. If you're attending, please let us know if there's anything we can do to add to your experience. We're here to help make it excellent, unusual, high-value, and unforgettable. See you next week! #MainStreetSummit #smb #smallbusiness #columbiamo #missouri
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☀️ The sun is rising in downtown Columbia, and it's @MainStSummit week... Are you ready? See you there! #MainStreetSummit #ColumbiaMO #smallbusiness
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Main Street Summit officially kicks off tomorrow at 9:30 AM! See you there!
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A question that could change your life When you meet someone, ask: What challenge, personally or professionally, are you facing that if I helped you, could change your life? - @BrentBeshore
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Overheard on Main Street: Water changes everything. @scottharrison of @charitywater brought some incredible stories to life on the stage at Main Street Summit last year. After a decade of living a “decadent lifestyle” as a nightclub promoter in NYC, Scott decided he needed to make a 180° change. He went to Liberia, West Africa, to become a photojournalist on a mission to bring high-quality healthcare to as many people as possible. On this journey, he unlocked a passion for bringing clean water to everyone on Earth—and found a way to reinvent charity.
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New Speakers for Main Street Summit 2023! We've been adding experts to the (already packed) lineup and will be sharing more of their stories in the coming days. Passes at mainstreetsummit.com
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"The mission starts with your heart." 💫 We're beyond excited to welcome @TimTebow to Main Street Summit! From Heisman winner to philanthropist, from the gridiron to serving thousands through the @tebowfoundation, Tim shows us what it means to wake up every day and be our best. His message? There are people waiting for hope in our own backyards, and it's time to do more than talk. Join us as Tim shares how to live out your mission and become the leader others need. See him take the Main Stage at Main Street Summit in downtown Columbia on November 4-6. Grab your pass here: attend.mainstreetsummit.com/ #MainStreetSummit #TimTebow #Leadership #MissionDriven
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TRACK TALK TUESDAY: Health Track At Main Street Summit, our Health Track brings together the most innovative minds in healthcare, wellness, and human optimization for 3 days that could transform how you think about your well-being. A few topics we'll cover: ➜ The cutting edge of longevity investing with @dawallach (Time BioVentures) ➜ The 5 Types of Wealth framework from @SahilBloom ➜ Peak performance strategies and non-traditional therapies ➜ Mental health breakthroughs that actually work ➜ The intersection of leadership and well-being ➜ Accessible healthcare solutions with Brian Whorley (@PaytientApp) 10 world-class speakers. 1 transformative track. From breakthrough medical technology to performance science, this isn't just about living longer - it's about living better. Ready to optimize your health and unlock your full potential? 👉 Grab your pass here: mainstreetsummit.com/ #MainStreetSummit #HealthTrack #TrackTalkTuesday #HealthOptimization #Wellness
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Welcome to the inaugural Main Street Summit! Main Street Summit is an ode to the economy’s real heartbeat - small and medium-sized businesses. It's a chance for you to directly connect with other business owners, operators, investors, and managers. Our festival lineup is packed with world-class presentations and conversations and of course, plenty of fun. Build relationships. Grow your company.
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Speaker Spotlight: @fortworthchris Chris is the founder and Executive Chairman at @FortCapitalLP, buying industrial real estate. He hosts one of the leading investment and entrepreneurship podcasts - @theFORTpodcast. Chris will speak on building, operating, and scaling a world-class Real Estate company and team. Get your passes at mainstreetsummit.com
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Overheard on Main Street: “Ultimately, it’s all about the people.” In 2023, Trish Higgins of @chenholdco joined @BrentBeshore to share what she wishes she’d known before getting into small business. We loved this takeaway from her talk: Not everyone is as excited about Excel spreadsheets as you are. Focus more on building relationships with people. Can't wait for Trish to join us again this year, along with her husband and partner James!
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Main Street Summit signs are going up throughout downtown Columbia, and we couldn't be more excited! In just two weeks, 1,000+ business owners, operators, and entrepreneurs will converge on The District for the ultimate small business tour de force. November 4-6, our downtown transforms into a hub of innovation, connection, and growth. From venture startups to manufacturing, construction to faith & work – this is where Main Street means business. See you at Main Street Summit! #MainStreetSummit #DowntownCoMo #ColumbiaDowntown #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #ColumbiaMO
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We are full of gratitude! For a day where new and meaningful relationships could be found anywhere you turned. For speakers sharing their stories and wisdom in profound ways. For guests who came to Columbia eager and curious to learn and grow. What a day, Main Street Summit. Let’s run it back tomorrow, shall we?
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Opportunity awaits the 3rd & final day at Main Street Summit. Let’s seize it! Jam-packed speaker lineup includes: @fortworthchris @jasonillian @wadefoster @chrisxmunn @EricJorgenson @sweatystartup And much, much more. Let’s have a day!
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Main Street Mondays 🎤 Overheard on Mainstreet: "The secret to getting the world to work for you? Go out of your way to help others first." During his chat with @BrentBeshore on the Main Stage last year, @shaneparrish broke down why leading with value beats leading with potential every time. When you demonstrate genuine help instead of just talking about what you could do, people remember. They trust. They want to reciprocate. It's not about networking—it's about showing up authentically and making someone else's day a little easier. What small way could you help someone today? #MainStreetSummit #OverheardOnMainStreet #ShaneParrish #Leadership #GiveFirst #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Value
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Speaker Spotlight: Tim Ludwig He has invested in over 80 search funds since 2007 as the founder of Ohana Capital, owns three companies in the business services, healthcare, and transportation industries, and is a co-founder and Partner of @MajoritySearch. He will deliver expert insight on search funds, compare the advantages and disadvantages of the traditional search model, and expand on his own unique approach. Get your passes at mainstreetsummit.com
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All attendees will receive store credit for exclusive merch at The General Store. Stop by for coffee, a snack, or that extra layer for the chilly midwest mornings. Open onsite Nov 7-9.
I kept asking @JamesCBachman when all the @MainStSummit merch would show up and his answer was always, "In time for Main Street Summit." 89 boxes delivered just in time. Let the unboxing begin.
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That’s a wrap on Day 2 of Main Street Summit 2023!
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Day 1 is in the books! We’ll see you in the AM! Goodnight, Summit tight.
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Speaker Spotlight: @SievaKozinsky He is the Founder of Enduring Ventures. He'll speak on the founding of his company, the importance of mentorship & investing in businesses you believe in, leadership, & channeling your passions to create opportunities for businesses to grow.
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Between rounds of funding, @eglyman got announced as a featured speaker at Main Street Summit. Then TODAY @tryramp drops news of a $500M Series E-2 at a $22.5B valuation. 📈 Coincidence? We think not. 👀 Huge congrats to Eric, @karimatiyeh, and the entire Ramp team on building the future of finance!
Today, @tryramp raised $500M at a $22.5B valuation. Finance is at an inflection point. How does an industry change? Gradually, then suddenly. Decades where nothing happens; months where decades happen. Now, we’re teaching software to think like people. Exciting times ahead.
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Last week was... unforgettable. 1,200+ business owners and operators joined together in downtown Columbia. Some nervous. Some skeptical. Some apprehensive. Conversations turned into connections. Ideas turned into action plans. That thing you've been stuck on? Someone in the room had been there, done that, and knew exactly what you needed to hear. That was the magic. And honestly? You created it. Every question you asked. Every new connection you made. Every “aha moment” you had during a session - that's what made Main Street Summit 2025 unforgettable. So what now? 1. Relive the highlights → We put together a recap video that captured last week’s energy (watch below) 2. Mark your calendar for Fall 2026 → Details on Main Street Summit 2026 dropping soon! #mainstreetsummit #smb #smallbusiness #businessconference
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Our lineup is growing even more, and we couldn’t help but share the new speakers joining the event. mainstreetsummit.com/
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“Culture is like an iceberg, of course you can write it down or talk about it but what you see on the day to day is what actually matters.” - @chrisxmunn on culture, Main Street Summit 2023
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Tips from Tracy Britt Cool and Brian Humphrey from Kanbrick: Run your business like you're going to own it for 50 years. Think, "how do I build the best business for the long term?" and NOT "how do I build the best business to sell it?"
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These are gold. Only a handful of @shaneparrish’s pre-released, four-volume set of The Great Models books remain inside The General Store. Grab ‘em on your way out of the Main Stage Finale!
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Main Street Summit hasn’t officially started yet, but Columbia is buzzing with people who started their Summit early. We’re SO excited you’re here!
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You’re invited to the Welcome Event at @LogboatBrewing! This event is open to all Main Street Summit pass types. Begins at 6PM. With a special guest appearance from @ForrestMcCurren 🎶 See you there! #mainstreetsummit
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Lots of things make Main Street Summit special. One of those things is collaborating with local Columbia businesses like Bud’s Classic BBQ. Night 1 features several events with out-of-this-world spreads. 🔥 BBQ sauce stains on your Summit gear aren’t encouraged, but are most certainly forgiven.
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“We talk about setting boundaries being restrictive, but when you’re managing people, boundaries lead to freedom.” - @markbrooks
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The stage is set! Day 2 of Main Street Summit is underway. Who’s ready to learn, connect, & move your business forward? 🤝 Lets go!
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Amen, @mikebeckhamsm Running a business is hard. But here’s the thing: It’s less difficult when you learn from those who’ve done it before.
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When Shane speaks, you listen. He’s a wealth of knowledge on topics ranging from building the world’s most widely read business blog to practical strategies for becoming a better parent. In The Trenches with @shaneparrish.
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“If you’re a business in 2023, you ARE a media company.” - @johnpgarrett
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On @joerogan yesterday, in The Trenches today. @calleymeans with an eye-opening conversation inside the Atrium.
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We're getting ready for Main Street Summit ☕ It's going to be an incredible week in downtown Columbia. We can't wait to welcome you! #MainStreetSummit #ColumbiaMO #smallbusiness
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“Don’t skimp on the swag.” That’s the title of @timhanso’s 3rd collection of Unqualified Opinions…a short book Main Street Summit attendees will find inside the General Store starting tomorrow. And for those who attended the inaugural Main Street Summit last year, you know full well we do not, under any circumstances, skimp on the swag. As @DeionSanders says, “Look good, feel good. Feel good, play good. Play good, the pay good.” In that spirit, here’s a sneak peak at some branded merch - and a few books - we’ve stocked at Main Street’s General Store. Happy Main Street Summit Eve!
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Celebrating a day full of learning and connecting! Now time to kick back at Summit Socials & Happy Hours!
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The DTC world will be well-represented at Main St. Summit. Some standouts come to mind: @loritcoulter @mikebeckhamsm @RomanEcom @jspujji @BillDA @nsbarr @IzzyRosenzweig Who are we missing?
Anyone from DTC land going to be at @MainStSummit in October?
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Speaker Spotlight: @jspujji Jesse has founded several companies and is currently focused on building @GatewayX. He will speak about startups, bootstrapping, eCommerce, and growth marketing. Passes available now!
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Introducing the Venture & Startup Track for 2024! Announcing our partnership with @mercatopartners and @redbudvc to build a high-value experience for startup founders, investors, and aspiring entrepreneurs at Main Street Summit 2024! 🔍 Dive deep into the world of startups. This track is designed to elevate your business game, surrounded by the energy of Main Street’s startup ecosystem and individuals hungry for growth. 🎙️ We're honored to host a lineup of startup standouts including @wadefoster,@bryce, @loritcoulter, @josephjkaiser, @rfannin, @TurnerNovak, @stevegatena, @jaimalik, @falondonohue, @thogge, @EricJorgenson and more! 📆 Mark your calendars! The Venture & Startup Track kicks off on Tuesday, October 8th, with immersive content, exclusive meals, happy hours, and interactive activities. 🔥 With over 100 speakers across all specialties, Main Street Summit is your destination for navigating the dynamic business landscape. 🎟️ Don't miss out! Secure your passes today.
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“The best networking I’ve ever experienced is friendship.” - @BrentBeshore
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Speaker Spotlight: @ClintFiore Clint Fiore is the CEO of Bison Business, a brokerage specializing in market acquisitions. He'll discuss navigating on-market deals with various brokers and share strategies to turn brokers of all stripes into your advocates and friends.
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Overheard on Main Street: @shaneparrish went from failing first-year physics to working at a three-letter-intelligence-agency to founding @farnamstreet. In 2023, Shane inspired us with a talk about how "next step confidence" took him down a nontraditional career path and led him to writing NYT bestseller Clear Thinking. Our main takeaway from his chat with @BrentBeshore: To be the best at your business, you must invest in the best version of yourself—and the relationships with others inside and outside of work. Shane will be back with more wisdom in 2024!
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🚨@shaneparrish is speaking at Main Street Summit November 8-9, 2023. Passes on sale now! Flagship Pass holders get access to an exclusive Q&A with Shane (LIMITED SUPPLY).
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The Atrium is *loaded* with great food, drinks, & company. It’s the de facto hub for connecting - and maybe a little indulging - at Main Street Summit. All-In + Flagship passholders: 👉 Head over to 22 N 10th St. when you arrive in Columbia. Enjoy!
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“The most valuable event I attended all year.” Last fall, the inaugural Main Street Summit was a breakout success. We’ve got even bigger plans in store this year. Don’t miss out - order today at mainstreetsummit.com and save 15%!
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Speaker Spotlight: @morganhousel He's sold over 3 million books, writes one of the most followed publications in finance, and is launching his new book "Same As Ever" at Main Street Summit. He'll share what he's learned about some things that never change and how operators and investors can build on those immovable principles. Morgan’s done the research and he will help you unlock these timeless behaviors to achieve greater success in business and in life. Get your passes here mainstreetsummit.com
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We're less than 3 months out and 500+ main street business owners, operators, and investors have signed up for two days of learning, discussions, and fun.  In the coming days, we'll be highlighting current speakers and announcing new ones. From manufacturing, construction, oil & gas, and retail to technology, CPG, aerospace, eCommerce, logistics, and media, we are gathering the SMB community to build together. Hope you will join us. See you in November!
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Meeting with friends new and old over drinks is the BEST way to end the day!
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SOON: Main Stage Day 2! 🎙️ Our morning session kicks off at 9:30am. See you at @motheatre! #mainstreetsummit
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Main Street Summit: "The Lollapalooza of Small Bussines"
Quick quiz: What do these 20 people have in common? Answer in the next tweet. Morgan Housel (Author) Wade Foster (Founder and CEO, Zapier) Tracy Britt Cool (Co-Founder, Kanbrick) Andrew Wilkinson (Founder, Tiny) Dhani Jones (Founder, Qey Capital) Scott Harrison (Founder, Charity: Water) Trish Higgins (Partner, Chenmark) Jay Ripley (Partner, Global Endowment Mgmt) Jesse Pujji (Founder, Gateway) Ian Cassel (Founder, MicroCapClub) Connor Leonard (President, Arbour National) Kelsey Hilbrich (Vice President, Flexpoint) Ali Hamed (Co-Founder, Coventure & Crossbeam) Romeen Sheth (CEO, Metasys) Justin Mares (Founder, TrueMed | Kettle & Fire) Loren Feldman (Founder and E-I-C, 21 Hats) John Garrett (CEO, Community Impact) David Perell (Founder, Write of Passage) Bill D'Alessandro (CEO, Natural Dog Company) Sieva Kozinsky (Founder, Enduring Ventures)
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We’re here at Logboat to celebrate the start of Main Street Summit 2023. Come join us!
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Speaker lineup 🔥 and passes on sale today 🎉 An #SMB festival you don't want to miss.
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What. A. Morning! 🔥 Our Main Stage speakers kicked us off with a bang at @motheatre this morning. Check out the Main Stage Schedule here and make you don’t miss our next sessions at 1pm and 4pm. Grab some lunch, then we’ll see you there! @SahilBloom @AliBHamed @jeremygiffon @dawallach @BrentBeshore #mainstreetsummit
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Another hat proto came in! @JamesCBachman doing this thing to stock the General Store at Main Street Summit. What do you think? Is this the one?
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Day 1 of @MainStSummit in the books! Today reminded us why we love bringing the small business community together. The energy downtown was incredible ⚡️ Can’t wait to see what Day 2 brings! #mainstreetsummit
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Hey @adamwasch - here's the local guide to Main Street Summit. Our favorite restaurants, coffee shops, and bars in Columbia!
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"You changed my family's life." In this raw and emotional moment from his NASCAR Hall of Fame induction, Carl Edwards revealed why he walked away from racing at the height of his career - and thanked his mentor (@JoeGibbsRacing), who gave him permission to do it. It's a powerful reminder: the greatest victories aren't always on the scoreboard. This year at Main Street Summit, hear from Carl Edwards - a champion who chose presence over podiums, and gratitude over glory. His story will challenge how you think about success, sacrifice, and what it means to truly win. Don't miss Carl on the Main Stage. November 4-6 in Columbia, MO. Grab your pass to Main Street Summit today! Register here: attend.mainstreetsummit.com/… #MainStreetSummit #CarlEdwards #Gratitude #Leadership #FamilyFirst #MainStageMonday
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“You answer to no one except for YOU and your family… except if you have investors, then, yeah, maybe you should answer to them.” - @KHendersonCo , @smblawgroup
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Main Street Summit is an immersive two-day, international festival for small to medium-sized business owners, operators, and investors. November 8-9, 2023 Columbia, Missouri $500 passes will be available in June, and to those on the email list first. mainstreetsummit.com
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Main Stage at The Blue Note, @LukeRoush1 shares how to lead a values-driven company: 1. Avoid group think. 2. Speak truth (even when it’s hard). 3. Pursue anonymity and pick a lane.
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Starting the morning by connecting with women in business over Acola coffee!
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Speaker Spotlight: @lfeldman He’s the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of @21_Hats, a platform for business owners. He spent 20 years covering business owners and entrepreneurs for big media companies, such as Inc., Forbes, The New York Times, working with some of the smartest business journalists in the world. He will talk on why he left big media and how it is failing small business owners. He’ll explain how he’s seeing and serving the small business community by filling the gaping hole big media has created. Get your passes now.
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Speaker Spotlight: @RomeenSheth He is the CEO of @MetasysTech. Romeen is consistently featured by national organizations for his thought leadership. He is also an active angel investor and has invested in 75+ start-ups. He will be speaking on bootstrapping a business to $50M+ in revenue, exiting to private equity, and how hard work and integrity are integral to long-term success. Get your passes at mainstreetsummit.com
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Sure, there’s some turbulence at 30,000 feet. But closer to the ground, on Main St., there’s a steadiness & a resolve to just build. Always has been. And always will be.
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Speaker Spotlight: @EricJorgenson Eric is an author of the Almanack of Naval, Anthology of Balaji, an investor at Rolling Fun, host of the Smart Friends podcast and CEO of @Scribemediaco He will share learnings from Naval, Balaji, and Musk to help us build our futures.
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Main Street is all about getting face to face with the industry’s leading minds. Who can you spot in this video?
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Come for the shoes, stay for the jam-packed lineup of speakers sharing lessons to help your business crush 2025 & beyond. Main Street Summit is 2 weeks away! Still need a pass? Get yours today via the comment below. (And bring your best sleds.) 🔥
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Gathering together, learning from one another, and supporting each other is what Main Street Summit is all about. We can't wait to kick things off in 6 days. 🚀
One week until @MainStSummit. I was telling my wife last night I feel like these are my type of people and I can't wait to meet and discuss current events and challenges in Columbia next week.
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Coming up next week: Introducing 7⃣ new Main Street Summit tracks in 2025! Learn from world-class operators across a diverse group of business sectors. These tracks will ensure all programming is laser-focused on tangible insights that will take your business to the next level. They'll also make it easier to navigate the 120+ speaker lineup during the festival. Be the first to know (and sign-up!) via our email newsletter (link below). More soon!
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How can I help? That’s the ethos you’ll find at Main Street Summit. And odds are, that’ll be the most asked question over 2+ days in downtown Columbia in early October. Being with like-minded business leaders and learning together and helping each other is a cheat code. Don’t miss an opportunity to engage with experts across dozens topics relevant to how you own, operate, or invest in small business.
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We love it when our attendees share their excitement for #MainStreetSummit. We are looking forward to seeing all of you this November! What are you most excited about?
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Day 2 of Main Street starting…NOW!
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From electric cars to a dog daycare empire: Meet @shainadenny, founder of @dogdropco After relocating from a Chinese EV startup to LA, Shaina faced every new dog parent's nightmare: finding quality daycare for her mini chocolate dachshund, Poppy. The problem? Rigid schedules, questionable cleanliness, and zero flexibility. Shaina's solution? Create the dog daycare she wished existed. Today, Dogdrop is revolutionizing pet care with: ✅ Membership-based flexibility ✅ Uncompromising cleanliness standards ✅ Premium engagement programs The results speak volumes: 5 cities and counting (LA, Denver, Austin, Dallas, Ft. Lauderdale) with plans to become America's largest dog daycare network. Learn more about Shaina in our #SpeakerSpotlight below and join the Franchise Track at Main Street Summit this fall! #Franchise #PetCare #Entrepreneurship #MainStreetSummit
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Can you believe it’s already time to wrap up Main Street Summit?
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From the NASCAR Hall of Fame to the Main Street stage! We're thrilled to announce Carl Edwards as a headlining speaker at Main Street Summit 2025. Join us Nov 4-6 in Columbia, MO, as the 28-time NASCAR Cup series race winner shares insights on leadership, performance under pressure, and the championship mindset that drove him to the top of motorsports. This is the conversation you won't want to miss. Get your pass today! 🎟️ MainStreetSummit.com #MainStreetSummit #CarlEdwards #NASCAR #Leadership
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Are you ready for Main Street Summit? 🔥 The countdown is ON – just ONE WEEK until we gather in Columbia, MO! Three days of expert-driven content, intimate sessions, and the kind of conversations that change the trajectory of your business and career. 1,000+ attendees, featuring business owners, operators, and talented teams. 100+ speakers. Endless possibilities. November 4-6. Grab your spot at MainStreetSummit.com. We'll see you there. #MainStreetSummit #ColumbiaMO #businessevent #smb #smallbusiness
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Overheard on Main Street: writing wisdom from the 2023 stage and a preview of what’s to come for 2024. Clear communication is critical to running a business. @david_perell gets us pumped about writing with four words: Eloquence. Clarity. Specificity. Dynamite. David will be back again this year—don't miss it!
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We have three pass tiers to choose from. Here's what's included in our Flagship Pass...
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We're all smiles after a lovely Thanksgiving holiday! Here's a big reason why: ICYMI, Main Street Summit 2025 dates are locked in. 🗓️Clear your calendars & join us in Columbia on November 4 - 6. Plus, 'tis the season to offer discounted passes! Stay tuned for more info. on how to snag Main Street passes later this week. (Be the first to take advantage of this deal by joining our email list below.) Happy holidays!
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Speaker Spotlight: @awilkinson He founded a design agency after high school, grew that into Tiny, a holding company that recently went Public. Andrew has bought, experimented, started and/or invested in over 70 businesses. He’ll discuss identifying a good business, ways to scale, why buying a business should be quick & painless, how to fire yourself and how to hire good CEOs. Passes on sale now.
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Main St. is around the corner. As in we’re 60 days away from welcoming hundreds of owners, operators, & investors from across the globe to Columbia, Missouri. And we’ll all be focused on one thing: Giving small businesses the tools, knowledge, & connections to grow. We can’t wait to kick things off on October 8th. And we’d love it if you joined us! Passes are limited & start at just $250. Check below to secure yours today.
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