Testimonials
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Reviews from Exhibitors & Sponsors
This was our first year participating as an exhibitor and keynote speaker at the Small Business Summit and we will definitely be back. The Summit offered us access to top business owners looking for new ideas and opportunities to expand their customer base and grow their knowledge. The exchange of ideas at every booth was inspiring and the contacts made, invaluable. Not to mention the event organizers who were amazing to work with leading up to the Summit and 'day of'. Hats off to everyone involved in making the day a great success.
Dan Scepanovic Principal Owner of Scepanovic & Associates IG Private Wealth
CanadianSME Summit 2025 was a powerful showcase of how AI is transforming small businesses. As a panellist and exhibitor, I connected with leaders who are not just talking about innovation but actively building it. I left inspired, informed, and excited for what AI will unlock for entrepreneurs across Canada. The AI conversations at the CanadianSME Summit were energizing. I was proud to contribute on stage and through my exhibitor booth, helping business owners understand how AI can simplify operations and drive smarter decisions. It felt like a milestone in our small business community's digital transformation. Thank you, CanadianSME, for what you do for small businesses.
Sal Rezai Cloud Accounting Specialist, & QuickBooks Online Training Advisor & Founder of Accounting By Sal Corp
What an incredible experience it was for our team to be part of the Canadian SME Small Business Summit! Being surrounded by so many passionate entrepreneurs, leaders, and change makers reminded us exactly why we do what we do at Biztomate, "to stand with small businesses, make growth simpler, and turn great ideas into real impact."
Latif Rahimi Founder of Biztomate Inc
The 2025 SME Summit was exceptional. From the onboarding, to the communication, clarity of instructions and information was top notch.
Richard Hall COO of Bevel Workforce
It was energizing to participate in the SME Summit. We were able to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the small businesses that are the backbone of Canada’s economy. We heard a lot about AI’s potential and how SMEs can benefit from this technology. Now it's time for big businesses like Sage to step up and make sure SMEs aren't left behind, that means championing SME-first policies, building trust in the tech, and making digital adoption accessible, not intimidating.
Cinzia Bazzo MD of Sage
The SME Summit was a wonderful opportunity to introduce our new AI-based tools. The Summit was very well run with a great variety of quality vendors and good workshops. Our presentation was well received by the participants who attended. Thanks for including us.
Lorne Shantz Aloha AI Ltd
The SME event was wonderful! It was great to see so many small business owners that are passionate and eager to make an impact in their respective industries.
Melanie Britto Manager, Talent Management & Development at CDW Canada
The Canadian SME Conference was a great success! SMEs were brought together to share ideas, collaborate and see how collectively their businesses can grow. I hope the folks at Canadian SME continue this amazing event in many years to come!
Dave Smiderle Associate Dean at Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning
Incredible event bringing together the community and resources for SME's across Canada, looking forward to the next!!!
Tara Conway Digital Pioneer, Retail Executive, Advisor
This was my first time attending the Canadian SME Small Business Show and my first time having a booth at a trade show. It was an amazing experience from start to finish. We had people stopping by every five minutes. I made some great contacts and was able to expand my network. A (business) day well spent!
Fennella Bruce Media Consultant and Founder, FKB Media Solutions
Reviews from our Attendees
We had a fantastic experience at the event. It was a great opportunity to shake hands, exchange business cards, expand our network, and connect with so many people. Meeting other businesses, understanding their needs, and exploring how we can support each other is what it is all about. People helping people. You have to love it.
AttendeeAttending this exhibition was a wonderful experience. As a digital artist and designer, it gave me a great opportunity to promote my work and connect with others. I also gained valuable insights on how to better promote my business. It was truly a helpful and inspiring event.
AttendeeIt was a great event. I had the chance to meet many people from different companies and make some valuable connections. I have already set up a coffee meeting with one of the contacts I met there. I would definitely recommend this event to anyone interested in business and networking.
AttendeeThis event was a great opportunity to learn about different small businesses and gain a better understanding of the industry. It was also interesting to see what others in the space are doing and even discover some similar competitors. Experiences like this help keep businesses informed and updated on what is happening across the industry. It was really great to be here.
AttendeeThis forum for small and medium sized businesses is an excellent resource for anyone running or starting a business. There are so many valuable insights and opportunities to connect with others in the community. I learned a lot and met many great people during the event. The magazine and website are also fantastic resources for business owners. I would definitely encourage others to check it out and be part of it.
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It was great to make so many good connections with Small businesses and see how they are thriving in the challenging time we live in. We would definitely come back to make sure SME know that they are not alone and they can draw on resources like ourselves to make them successful.
Samuel Martel President and Founder of The Phoenix Firm