EVENTS
SIGNATURE EVENTS
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National Pitch Contest
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Entrepreneur & Small Biz Conference
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Entrepreneurs Forum
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Step Into Your Greatness
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The Red Party Holiday Mixer
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Secret to My Success
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Entrepreneur Town Hall
MEETINGS
The National Entrepreneurs Association prides itself on providing quality meetings and events for its members and guests. We feature only the best speakers and trainers in the country, presenting relevant content especially for entrepreneurs. This page highlights upcoming NEA events held monthly, both virtually and in person.
If you have questions about upcoming events or would like to help launch a chapter in your area call us at 248-416-7278 or send an email to
January Event (Reoccurring)
Power Networking Team Meetings
Mondays at Noon
Start the new year building your network. Research shows that you can achieve more by working with a team of success minded individuals than you can working alone. NEA Power Networking Teams meet once a month on Zoom to provide you with the support you need to grow your business.
You'll have an opportunity to connect and learn from some of the most creative minds in entrepreneurship and small business. You must be a member to participate.
Team meetings are held on Mondays at Noon every month. If you are a member and you would like to attend a power networking team meeting send an email to or call 248-416-7278.
February Event
An Evening of Inspiration: Step into Your Greatness Feb 25, 2021 at 5:30pm
Attend "An Evening of Inspiration: Step into Your Greatness" and connect with extraordinary entrepreneurs & influencers while becoming empowered to pursue your dreams. You'll leave inspired and ready to tap into your own greatness at a deeper level.
Our Keynote Speaker will be Dr. Geneva Williams, Award Winning Non-Profit Leader, Entrepreneur, Speaker, Author and Podcaster. In addition, You will have an opportunity to learn from the personal stories of successful entrepreneurs who overcame great obstacles to achieve their goals. You will also meet the National leadership team and learn how you can become involved.
Get inspired, Learn, Connect and Grow at the 2021 Step Into Your Greatness Charity Event on Zoom! NEA is a 501c3 and all proceeds support entrepreneur training.
Attendees are asked to wear black attire.
Donation $25.
March Event
Venture Summit, March 16 - 18 2021 from 8am to 5pm PST
Come meet, interact and network online with more than 1,500 VCs, Corporate VCs, angel investors, industry execs and founders of venture backed, emerging and early stage companies at the prestigious Venture Summit Virtual Connect West being held virtually on March 16th-18th 2021. Whether you’re a startup seeking capital and exposure, or an investor seeking new deals, Venture Summit Virtual Connect West presented by youngStartup Ventures - is the event of the year you won't want to miss.
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National Entrepreneurs Association has made special arrangement for our network to receive a unique discount of an additional 20% off the existing “early bird" savings. This conference will be attended by the best people in the industry. Please register early to avoid disappointment.
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A highly productive venture conference, Venture Summit Virtual Connect West will bring together over 1,500 VCs, Corporate VCs, Angel Investors, Industry executives and founders of venture backed, emerging and early stage companies; will feature One-on-One networking (online), more than 150 VCs as speakers/ judges; Venture panels, startup workshops, presentations by more than 100 Top Innovators and Keynotes.
March Event
2021 National Virtual Pitch Contest
March 24, 2021 from 5pm to 7pm ET
10 finalists will be selected in a nationwide search to pitch to a national audience on March 24, 2021 at 5pm EST. This contest is a 3 minute pitch for existing businesses and its free to attend but space is limited.
First and second place winners will be selected to win cash and prizes totaling over $5000. The first place winner will be selected by a distinguished panel of judges. The second place winner will be selected by the audience.
The first place winner will receive $2000, a free Dell computer and a one year membership to the National Entrepreneurs Association! The second place winner will receive $500, a Dell computer and a one year membership to the National Entrepreneurs Association. (computer giveaways determined by Dell).
Application deadline is March 1st. To apply to pitch or to register to attend visit our 2021 pitch event page Here!
March Event
YE Meet and Greet
March 10, 2021 from 6pm to 7pm ET
Join us for the first annual young entrepreneurs virtual meet and greet and connect with some of today's most dynamic entrepreneurs!
You’ll learn powerful growth strategies for your business and network with some of the leading entrepreneurs and influencers of your generation. You'll meet the leadership team, learn how we help entrepreneurs grow and how you can get involved!
NEA Young Entrepreneurs is a sub committee of the National Entrepreneurs Association created to engage and empower young entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 40. The group meets regularly for networking, mentoring and training. Registration is free. Click here to
April Event
Power Networking Team Meetings
Mondays at Noon
Spring into spring building your network. Research shows that you can achieve more by working with a team of success minded individuals than you can working alone. NEA Power Networking Teams meet once a month on Zoom to provide you with the support you need to grow your business.
You'll have an opportunity to connect and learn from some of the most creative minds in entrepreneurship and small business. You must be a member to participate.
Team meetings are held on Mondays at Noon every month. If you are a member and you would like to attend a power networking team meeting send an email to or call 248-416-7278.
May Event
Entrepreneurs Forum with Keynote Speaker Amy Cosper, Former Editor and Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine & Current Editor and Chief of Family Business Magazine May 21, 2021
Learn NEW ways to grow your business at TRANSFORMATION. This event will include an entrepreneur's expo, financial resource panel, speed networking and keynote speakers.
The Entrepreneurs Forum was started in 2011 to bring influencers, business owners and resource providers together to discuss the issues of the day while networking with like-minded entrepreneurs.
Our theme this year is Transformation. Entrepreneurs must be flexible while exploring new ways to grow and differentiate in a crowded marketplace. Early Registration is $47.
To learn more or to inquire about exhibit and sponsorship opportunities call 248-416-7278 or click here to visit conference event page. Register Now!
June Event
Young Entrepreneurs June Lunch and Learn: The One Page Business Plan
June 15, 2021 from 12pm to 1pm EST
Join us for a Virtual Lunch and Learn on Zoom and discover why thousands of corporations, small businesses and entrepreneurs around the world use the one page business plan to take their businesses to new levels of success.
Keynote Speaker and Entrepreneur Keith Crispen knows what it takes to put together a quality business plan. He started a firm, The Crispen Group, to help startups and nonprofits connect to capital in 2008. Since inception they have netted $17.2 million in capital for startups. During this event you will learn how "The One Page Business Plan" can help you clarify your vision, define your market strategy, understand your customers better, persuade funders and investors, project your financial future & keep you on track.
You'll also have an opportunity to network and connect with some of the most dynamic young adult entrepreneurs in the country. This event is being brought to you by NEA Young Entrepreneurs.
June Event
NEA June Lunch and Learn: Three Communication Strategies to Increase Prospects and Profits
June 23, 2021 from 12pm to 1pm EST.
Whether you work in person or virtually, having strong communication skills is vital to the success of your business. Join us for a dynamic virtual lunch and learn on Zoom and discover three powerful communication strategies that will help you develop greater confidence, build trust with prospects and clients and close more business than ever.
Our keynote speaker will be Monica Levin. Monica is an author and speaker who has discovered that consistent application of intuition, mindset, and body language skills helps us become more certain, confident, joyous, healthy, connected, and abundant!
Finally, you'll have an opportunity to network and connect with entrepreneurs and professionals during our networking activity. Members attend free. Non-members $20. Register Now!
July Summer Break
NEA Annual Summer Break
Each summer NEA takes a break during the summer months to prepare for the coming NEA Calendar year which runs from September through June.
We are hard at work planning great programs for our members and guests. Go to our home page and join our mailing list to make sure you don't miss exciting upcoming events.
Stay in touch and see you in September!
August Event
2021 National Virtual Pitch Contest Part II Aug 18, 2021 5pm to 7pm ET
10 finalists will be selected in a nationwide search to pitch to a national audience on August 18, 2021 at 5pm ET. This contest is a 3 minute pitch for existing businesses and its free to attend but space is limited.
First, second and third place winners will be selected to win cash and prizes totaling over $7500. The first place winner will be selected by a distinguished panel of judges. The third place winner will be selected by the audience.
The first place winner will receive $2000, a free Dell computer and a one year membership to the National Entrepreneurs Association! The second place winner will receive $1000, a Dell computer and a one year membership to the National Entrepreneurs Association. The third place winner will receive $500, a Dell computer and a one year membership to the National Entrepreneurs Association (computer giveaways determined by Dell).
Application deadline was July 1, 2021. To attend. Register Now!
September Event
NEA in the Park: Mix and Mingle
Sept 1, 2021 5:30pm to 7:30pm ET
Join us for our first LIVE event this year! The National Entrepreneurs Association of Michigan in partnership with NEA Young Entrepreneurs present "NEA IN THE PARK" a mix and mingle designed to connect like minded entrepreneurs for professional growth and opportunities.
All entrepreneurs are invited to attend however RSVP required for all in attendance.
This event will include:
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Refreshments
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Networking Activities
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Music
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Giveaways
