Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn
1100 South Avenue • Staten Island, NY 10314
This event is free and open to the public.
Staten Island’s largest business conference will feature a full day of high-profile addresses, educational and interactive sessions, a 100+ vendor expo, the “20 under 40” Leadership Awards, and premier networking opportunities.
Ticketed event
8:30 a.m. Trevi Tent
Members FREE | Non-members $75. Purchase here
Keynote Breakfast
10:00 a.m. Brittons Oak III
Staten Island Merchant’s Roundtable
10:15 a.m. Tea House Garden
Building Community Partnerships, Economic Development, and Social Care
Women’s Symposium
11:30 a.m. Tea House Garden
11:30 a.m. Brittons Oak III
Empowering Impact with Nonprofit Staten Island and Con Edison
Keynote Lunch: Forum For A Sustainable Future
Members FREE | Non-members $75. Purchase here
12:30 p.m. Trevi Tent
From Service to Success: Business Pathways for Staten Island Veterans
2:00 p.m. Tea House Garden
Ticketed event
12:30 p.m. Tea House Garden
Every year the SIEDC recognizes 20 rising stars under the age of 40 making their mark on Staten Island's economy and quality of life. Recipients represent all business sectors ranging from non-profit to small and medium businesses as well as corporate and government.
2026 “20 Under 40” Leadership Awards
3:00 p.m. The Lobby Lounge
Ticketed event
As the day wraps up, join the Cocktail Mixer to relax, mingle, and reflect. Enjoy an open bar, delicious bites, and premier networking opportunities with business leaders throughout New York City and the tristate area. It’s the perfect way to cap off a day of inspiration and collaboration while building lasting relationships and celebrating the “20 Under 40” award winners recognized earlier in the day.
Members FREE | Non-members $75. Purchase here
Cocktail Mixer
9:00 a.m. Main Ballroom
Elevate your company’s brand presence, showcase your products and services to 100+ attendees, and network with industry professionals from the tri-state area in the Main Ballroom featuring nearly 100 vendors.
Contact Amanda@siedc.org to reserve your organization’s vending spot today.
Vending Exposition
Local organizations take to the stage for a series of press conferences announcing their newest initiatives, updates, and special projects.
Press Announcements
9:00 a.m. Trevi Tent Foyer
9:00 a.m. Tea House Garden Foyer
Tourism and Business Attraction Wing
Interested in vending at the SIEDC Business Conference?
Give your organization major exposure at the borough’s top business awareness event.
