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MAY 3 - 5, 2027 | CHICAGO

Join founders and leaders on a mission to build great companies.

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What keeps me coming back is the people, but it’s also new content and new ways of thinking about what I’m doing and how I can bring purpose-driven practices to my business and my clients.

Amy Courter

Owner @ Azimuth Centers of Excellence

Why Attend

We’re not your ordinary business conference. When you attend the Small Giants Summit, you can expect…

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Genuine connections

You’ll be in a room surrounded by like-hearted leaders who share in the belief that people should be at the center of company culture, and business should be a force for good.

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Authentic speakers

We bring practitioners to the Summit stage. These are Small Giants aligned leaders with real-life experiences leading companies and people.

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Immersive Experience

At the Summit, you're more than just a number. You are there to learn, problem-solve, and engage with Small Giants companies alongside your fellow attendees. Your voice matters just as much as those taking the stage.

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Agenda

Come for the powerful sessions and hands-on company visits. Stay for the connections with like-hearted leaders.

Monday May 3, 2027 Arrival & welcome
9am - 9pm
  • Registration Check-in, mingle, and get into a Small Giants frame of mind
  • Half Day of Keynotes & Breakouts Mainstage speakers plus choose your own adventure
  • Welcome Reception Mingle, Network, Unwind
Tuesday May 4, 2027 Full day
8am - 9pm
  • Half Day of Keynotes & Breakouts Mainstage speakers plus choose your own adventure
  • Company Visits Go behind the scenes for Rob-and-Deploy™ from Chicagoland companies.
  • Hall of Fame Awards Dinner Let's celebrate exceptional Small Giants leaders and businesses
Wednesday May 5, 2027 Half day
8am - 1:30pm
  • Half Day of Keynotes & Think Tanks Final Session and closing remarks.
  • Small Giants Summit Close Continue networking, or grab a packed lunch and travel safe!

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  • Full access to all programming
  • All meals during programming
  • Welcome reception
  • Passport event to Small Giants companies
  • Small Giants Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony
  • Post-event resources and recordings
  • Networking & connecting opportunities
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EARLY BIRD

Last chance for a discount.

$1,960
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Full price once earlier tiers close.

$2,265
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Praise for the Summit

The connections I’ve made, and the opportunity to learn and grow doesn’t happen anywhere else.

Travis Slisher VP @ Professional Engineering Consultants

This is my favorite event of the year. It’s the only chance you get to interact with like-minded people who share the same values. And the community has given so much to our company, and our founders, and has helped shape the place that I work that we feel an obligation to give back.

Ron Kinkade Head of Marketing @ Text-Em-All

I’ve been to almost every Small Giants Summit that ever has been! And I love to keep coming back because I get an infusion of inspiration about my business and I get to see my old business friends who have been on this Small Giants learning journey for many years. I love it.

Nawal Motawi Founder @ Motawi Tileworks

It makes our company better and our future brighter.

Steve Bousquet Owner @ American Landscape and Lawn Science

This community has been instrumental in my personal development and our company development.

Brad Herrmann CEO & Founder @ Text-Em-All

This has such great purpose-driven people. What keeps me coming back is the people, but it’s also new content and new ways of thinking about what I’m doing and how I can bring purpose-driven practices to my business and my clients.

Amy Courter Owner @ Azimuth Centers of Excellence

I love coming back because the community is so warm and welcoming and it’s always nice to see the friendly faces and get reinvigorated for the year ahead.

Melinda White Director of Claims Management/ Estimating @ Zolman Restoration

I like the people, I like the attitude, and I like the culture. I feel like I’m still learning a lot every time I’m here.

Andrei Stoica CEO @STOICA

This is my 10th Summit, and I keep coming back for the community, the camaraderie, and the content. These are purpose-driven leaders and the companies that are changing the world in a positive way, and we’re just grateful to be part of that.

Eric Reiger Founder @ WEBIT Services

WHERE IT ALL HAPPENS

Venue & Accommodation

The 2027 Small Giants Summit venue is the Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel.

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This year, we are excited to announce that our primary venue, as well as our recommended accommodation, is the Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel.

 

With its convenient location close to the Chicago O'Hare Airport, and steps away from the Parkway Entertainment District, Loews Hotel will offer attendees a convenient and lively Summit experience.

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The Small Giants Conference Team is finalizing all hotel options. For the best hotel rates, please stay tuned to book in the exclusive Small Giants Conference block(s). More information to come by mid-2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get ready for a warm welcome and an unforgettable experience! We thoughtfully curate every aspect of the Small Giants Summit, from seating arrangements to interactive sessions, so you can connect with fellow leaders on a deep level. (We don’t bite, in fact, the Small Giants Community is known for its openness and genuine connections)

 

Want to learn more?

Email us at hello@smallgiants.org and we’ll have a virtual cup of coffee to tell you more!

Your Small Giants Summit ticket includes access to all sessions, presentations, a visit to a Small Giant company, and custom track content, plus delicious meals and evening receptions. We even cover your transportation between events!

Act Now General Admission — $1,650

Available to the first 40 registrants

Early Bird General Admission — $1,960
Available to the next 60 registrants


General Admission — $2,265
Applies to all remaining registrants

 

We also have discounts for groups of 3 or more and for our Leadership Academy alumni. Head to the registration page or email us at hello@smallgiants.org to learn more!

We cap the event at 250 attendees to make the experience as personal and meaningful as possible.  

Nope! We welcome anyone who cares deeply about people and who sees business as a force for good in the world to join us. In fact, attending the Summit is a great way to get a fully immersive sample of the Small Giants philosophy that can help you determine how/ if you’d like to get further involved.

Absolutely! Bring your team and dive deep into the Small Giants philosophy together. We have content tailored for both Founders/CEOs and Next Gen Leaders. 

We believe in "walking the walk." Our Summit speakers aren't professional presenters, they're Small Giants practitioners who are leading purpose-driven companies and generously sharing their real-world experiences. They're just like you: passionate leaders who are committed to building a better future for business.

Yes! We offer a variety of sponsorship packages to help you connect with our community and support the Small Giants movement.

 

Learn more here.

Unfortunately, our open call for speakers is currently closed. But we're always looking for passionate leaders to contribute to the Small Giants Community library!


Learn more about sharing your story here.  

For nearly a decade, we hosted the Small Giants Summit in Detroit. Now, after much discussion with our Community, we’re ready to say goodbye to the Motor City (for now!) and move over to the Windy City! We’re excited to have the Summit take place in Chicago so that attendees get a fresh experience.

 

Not only that, but the Chicago area is home to many wonderful Small Giants companies. We’re looking forward to visiting some of them as part of our Summit programming and getting an intimate look at what it takes to build an exemplary Small Giant business.



Absolutely! If you have someone who wants to attend the welcome reception and the Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony, they can purchase a ticket for those individual events on the registration page.

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