CONNECTING FAITH AND BUSINESS
17th Annual
October 23, 2025
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
Once a year, entrepreneurs, speakers, faith leaders, and business professionals come together to connect, grow, and be inspired. Connecting Faith and Business is a celebration of purpose-driven entrepreneurship, and this year’s gathering promises to shine brighter than ever!
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In times of economic pressure and spiritual fatigue, small business owners are uniquely positioned to be lights in their communities, illuminating integrity, hope, and opportunity. CFB "Illuminate" invites entrepreneurs to explore how faith can inform vision, guide decisions, and inspire meaningful impact through their business.
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SPEAKERS
COMING SOON
AGENDA
8:00 – 8:45 AM
Attendee Check-In & Continental Breakfast
Exhibitor Hall Open
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8:45 – 9:15 AM
Welcome, Worship & Opening Remarks
9:15 – 9:30 AM
Keynote Kickoff: Let Your Light Shine – Faith as Foundation
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9:30 – 10:15 AM
Panel 1: Beyond the Bottom Line – Business as a Beacon
Hear from inspiring business owners using their companies to serve and uplift their communities.
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10:15 – 10:35 AM
Interactive Activity: Building Your Light Plan
Reflect and plan how your business can be a light in your community.
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10:35– 11:00 AM
Morning Break & Exhibitor Networking
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11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Panel 2: Lighting the Way for Your Team
Explore how faith-informed leadership helps create a thriving, values-driven workplace.
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12:00 – 12:30PM
Business Challenge Workshop
Work together to solve a real-world challenge from a faith-based perspective.
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12:30 – 1:30 PM
Networking Lunch
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1:30 – 2:00 PM
Live Pitch Competition/ Raffle while judges review pitches
Top teams share their solutions on stage in a friendly, faith-centered competition, and winner announcements.
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2:00 – 2:45PM
Faith & Business Awards Ceremony
Celebrate leaders making a difference through purpose-driven entrepreneurship.
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2:45 – 3:15 PM
Closing Remarks & Final Blessing
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3:15 – 3:30 PM
Exhibitor Networking & Raffle Drawings
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​3:35 – 4:30 PM
Mocktail Mixer: Lite Bites & Meaningful Connections
Unwind, connect, and celebrate the day with fellow attendees.
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