About the convention

The eighth annual Small Business Convention is the premier event for Small Businesses in the Mid-West. Partners from across the region come together to produce the ultimate experience for Small Business professionals, complete with six national keynote speakers, a business-to-business trade show, special events and unforgettable networking experiences.  

The Convention will be taking place October 24 and 25 at Kalahari Convention Center in Sandusky, Ohio.

New This Year

VIP Opening Night Reception featuring Live Entertainment

More Networking Dinners

5K/ Fun Run

About COSE

COSE is the region’s largest small business support organization and provides cost-effective group purchasing programs, advocacy on legislative and regulatory issues, and networking and educational resources to help Northeast Ohio’s small businesses grow. 

COSE has a long history of fighting for the rights of all small business owners, whether it’s through group purchasing programs in healthcare, workers’ compensation and energy or advocating for specific changes in legislation or regulation.

Our Mission

COSE’s mission is to serve, advocate and lead on behalf of the small business community…  

Serve our members by understanding the needs of our market and providing superior programs, services, information and benefits.  
Advocate the interests of small business to influence public opinion and policy and promote the important role of smaller enterprises on our economy. 
Lead through innovation, expertise and actions.