A business conference, trade show, and networking event celebrating the Long Island business community!
For the first time in Long Island history – business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals from across industries come together in one place to meet, learn, collaborate, and grow.
The HERALD LONG ISLAND BUSINESS SUMMIT brings together Fortune 500 corporations, small family businesses, startups, B2C and B2B businesses, product and service companies, and others for a day of exhibits, panel discussions, networking opportunities, awards dinner, valuable giveaways, and much
more.
Whatever your business goals, you’ll find the insight and resources you need to thrive and succeed!
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WHY ATTEND
The HERALD LONG ISLAND BUSINESS SUMMIT is the best place to meet and connect with fellow business owners, executives, and professionals from all over Long Island.
Elevate your business network to a whole new level by forming relationships with other driven business owners and entrepreneurs.
- Mingle and network with leaders from different industries
- Connect face-to-face with new customers, leads, investors, and B2B service providers
- Explore dozens of product & service providers
- Collaborate and innovate with like-minded professionals
- Gain new knowledge and insight from colleagues and industry leaders
- Be inspired and invigorated
- Boost your business and brand
- Benefit from special promotions, giveaways, and other offers
WHY EXHIBIT
The HERALD LONG ISLAND BUSINESS SUMMIT is the perfect opportunity to engage face-to-face with other business owners, customers, vendors, and service providers.
You’ll share your products and services with the right audience for your business in a professional, driven, and collaborative environment.
- Reach your target audience
- Make immediate sales
- Generate leads
- Meet new customers, referral sources, and investors
- Introduce your company’s new products & services
- Give live product & service demonstrations
- Receive real-time feedback from a large, diverse audience
- Stand out from competitors
- Establish & expand your brand
- Expand your partner network
- Form beneficial business relationships
- Gain new business knowledge
- Boost your business growth
LONG ISLAND BUSINESS SUMMIT PRESENTS
THE THRIVE AWARDS
The 2026 HERALD Thrive Awards recognize and celebrate the backbone of the Long Island business community: locally owned and independently operated businesses.
Privately held and family companies are the driving force behind Long Island’s economic vitality — fueling innovation, creating jobs, and building stronger communities. With more than 100,000 such enterprises across the region, their influence is felt in every industry and every neighborhood.
The Thrive Awards are given in several different categories to businesses and persons who embody Long Island’s spirit of entrepreneurship and resilience, and who are making a meaningful impact on our economy and community.
Know a standout business or visionary leader? Nominate them now and help us celebrate those who truly make Long Island thrive.
THRIVE AWARDS DINNER
THRIVE Awards honorees and their guests are invited to a dinner held in their honor at the conclusion of the HERALD LONG ISLAND BUSINESS SUMMIT.
All dinner guests receive a complimentary day pass to the Summit, courtesy of Herald partner Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP – Attorneys at Law.