To launch the week, Mayor Paul A. Young will issue an official Proclamation declaring November 17–23, 2025 as Entrepreneurship Week in Memphis / Entrepreneurship City, honoring the entrepreneurs and small businesses that fuel the region’s economic growth.
Throughout the week, organizations across the ecosystem will coordinate a social media awareness campaign highlighting services, resources, and support available to small businesses. Additionally, partners will host five in-person events open to entrepreneurs, ecosystem partners, and the public (where noted).
Schedule of Events
November 18 — Greater Memphis Chamber: Business Over Breakfast | 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Alpha Memphis Education Foundation, 4122 Barton Dr. Registration required.
November 19 — Kiva: Lunch & Learn | 11:30 AM–1:00 PM
Epicenter, 150 Peabody Place. Invite only
November 20 — Greater Memphis IT Council: Cyber Seminar for Small Businesses | 11:30 AM–1:00 PM
“Creating a Culture of Cybersecurity” City of Memphis Entrepreneurial & Innovation Center (ENC)
November 21 — EDGE: Access to Capital for Small Businesses | 11:30 AM–1:00 PM
City of Memphis ENC
November 22 — City of Memphis Libraries Division: 901 Kids Fest (Organized by Kidfani Kids a Charitable Organization) | 11:30 AM–3:00 PM
Cossitt Library, 33 S. Front St. Open to the public.
About Global Entrepreneurship Week
Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) is an global celebration of innovators and job creators who launch startups and bring ideas to life. More information is available at the Global Entrepreneurship Network.