Community Business Owners
About CBO
Community Business Owners( CBO) is more than a networking platform. It is a collaborative business community where entrepreneurs connect through monthly in-person meet-ups, online learning sessions, and annual events designed to uplift and support growth. More importantly CBO members build business friendships and partnerships, collaborating daily to grow their business and those of their fellow CBO members. With no formal membership fees, CBO remains accessible and inclusive, with a growing footprint.
In July 2024, our summit welcomed 135 attendees, an increase from 50 in 2023, to a full day of insight and inspiration. Building on that success, the CBO 2025 SME Summit & Sundowners Session will expand to include SMEs from beyond our current chapters, creating more opportunities for meaningful partnerships, brand visibility, and real economic impact.
About the 2025 Event Event Name: CBO 2025 SME Summit & Sundowners Session Theme: Building the Empire Date: 26 September 2025 Venue: ANEW Hotel OR Tambo, 1 Country St, Lakefield, Benoni
Attendance: 250 local SME owners and entrepreneurs
What will differentiate the speakers’ sessions from other conferences, is that each session will have delegate participation through a robust Q & A session. Not one-directional lectures, but full audience engagement and participation to allow further discussion of key topics.
Sundowners Session
After a day filled with powerful insights, connections, and growth at the CBO SME Summit, it’ s time to shift gears and celebrate. Join us for the Sundowners Session at the Beach Bar— an authentic experience where delegates can kick off their shoes, feel the real beach sand beneath their feet, and raise a glass to a day well spent. Let ' s toast to collaboration, community, and a future of successful business – together.
You should attend if you are a:
• Small and medium business owner( various industries)
• Startup, entrepreneur, and service provider
• Professional and community leader
Need More Info to Sponsor or Join?
• Visit our website https:// cboconnect. co. za / event. html
• Email Andrew on andrew @ wcorp. co. za
CBO in Numbers: Is it Working?
This full-day summit will feature 5 speakers, networking sessions, and business exhibitions tailored to help small businesses activate sustainable growth. The event is open to all SMEs, not only CBO members and aligns with our mission to grow community businesses.
AUGUST 2025 5 WORDS IN ACTION