2026 Annual Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers Conference

New York State's Annual Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers (EAC) Conference is open to the public for the very first time! Join us to expand your network, learn practical tech skills, and connect with state-level resources designed to help your business grow. The conference will bring together entrepreneurs, business leaders and resource partners for a day focused on the tools, connections and opportunities helping businesses move forward. Its theme is "The Next Era of New York Entrepreneurship". Attendees can expect to understand New York State Funding & Support (discovering state-backed resources, grants, and programs), implement AI & Tech Best Practices from industry veterans, protect their venture with legal and startup advice, and expand their local network by building high-value connections with state leaders, service providers, and fellow small business owners. From access to capital and business growth to AI and digital transformation, the conference is designed to connect New York entrepreneurs with actionable information and a broader network of support.