NDI’s Small Business Team would appreciate your support in promoting the 2026 Disability Owned Convening on October 21 and 22, 2026. This event brings together disability-owned businesses, partners and community leaders to share resources, build connections and highlight opportunities for inclusive entrepreneurship.
We have created an accessible Media Toolkit with event information, pre-written social media copy, email language and graphics. The toolkit also includes alt text for all graphics so that communications remain accessible and ready to use.
Please let us know if you have any questions or if there is anything you need. Thank you for your partnership and helping us reach more entrepreneurs, small business owners and partners across the disability community.
Download 2026 Marketing Toolkit
Disability Owned Small Business Convening
Public Awareness Campaign Toolkit 2026
The Small Business Hub, at National Disability Institute (NDI), is excited to invite you to its Fifth Annual Disability Owned Convening, a national and virtual event taking place on October 21-22, 2026. Building on the success of the last four years, this unparalleled event will bring together entrepreneurs and small business owners with disabilities, entrepreneurial support organizations, policymakers, financial institutions and disability advocates from across the country.
Whether you’re an established small business owner or just starting out, this fully accessible convening offers invaluable opportunities to gain actionable advice, expand your network and hear from successful entrepreneurs who will share their knowledge and insights. Concurrent breakout sessions will cover a wide range of topics including pathways to financial resources, technology tools and business organization and marketing, allowing you to create a personalized learning experience.
With your help, we can increase public awareness of disability owned small business across the nation and expand the number of entrepreneurs and small business owners who can grow their business and network.
We have prepared this toolkit to help get the word out about the
#DisabilityOwned #SmallBusiness #NDIConvening.
Materials include:
1. Sample email for sharing with your networks
2. Sample social media posts
3. Link to NDI’s Disability Owned Small Business Convening:
DisabilityOwnedConvening.com
We encourage you to distribute these materials through your networks, as well as any additional materials that you might have to promote NDI’s Disability Owned Small Business Convening. Please remember to do the following:
1. Always use the hashtag #NDIConvening in social media posts
2. Like and share our posts and tag us @NationalDisabilityInstitute
3. Let us know about feedback you receive on the campaign!
On behalf of everyone at the NDI, we thank you in advance for your enthusiastic participation in the campaign. Let’s use our collective voices to increase awareness of Disability Owned Small Businesses!
Disability Owned Small Business Convening Sample Email Blast
NDI’s Disability Owned Small Business Convening October 21-22, 2026 | 12:30-5:00 p.m. ET | Virtual
The Small Business Hub, at National Disability Institute (NDI), is excited to invite you to its Fifth Annual Disability Owned Convening, a national and virtual event taking place on October 21-22, 2026. Building on the success of the last four years, this unparalleled event will bring together entrepreneurs and small business owners with disabilities, entrepreneurial support organizations, policymakers, financial institutions and disability advocates from across the country.
Whether you’re an established small business owner or just starting out, this fully accessible convening offers invaluable opportunities to gain actionable advice, expand your network and hear from successful entrepreneurs who will share their knowledge and insights. Concurrent breakout sessions will cover a wide range of topics, including pathways to financial resources, technology tools and business organization and marketing, allowing you to create a personalized learning experience.
Your registration fee has been prepaid by our sponsors at no additional cost to you. Invest in yourself by registering now:
Real-time captioning and ASL interpreting will be provided for this event. For other accommodation requests, questions about this event or the registration process, please contact NDI’s Small Business Team at info@disabilitysmallbusiness.org.
Disability Owned Small Business Convening Sample Email Header Photos
Image description: NDI Small Business Hub: Disability Owned Small Business Convening 2026. Three smiling professionals stand together, one holding a laptop and another using a white cane.
Image description: NDI Small Business Hub: Disability Owned Small Business Convening 2026. Man using a wheelchair among two others, one holding a laptop and another using a white cane.
Disability Owned Small Business Convening Sample Social Media
Post #1: Join us for a groundbreaking event! The Fifth Annual Disability Owned Convening will take place on October 21-22, 2026. Connect with entrepreneurs, advocates and experts in the business owners with disabilities community. Register at DisabilityOwnedConvening.com #DisabilityOwnedConvening #SmallBusiness #NDIConvening
Post #2: Ready to level up your small business? The @NationalDisabilityInstitute Disability Owned Small Business Convening is the place to be! Gain actionable advice, expand your network and learn from successful entrepreneurs. Register now: DisabilityOwnedConvening.com. #Entrepreneurship #Networking #NDIConvening
Post #3: Calling all entrepreneurs with disabilities! The Disability Owned Small Business Convening is your chance to connect with policymakers, financial institutions and fellow business owners. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity! Register at DisabilityOwnedConvening.com. #Entrepreneur #NDIConvening
Post #4: Want to tap into financial resources, tech tools and marketing strategies for your small business? Join us at the Disability Owned Small Business Convening on October 21-22, 2026. Register now at DisabilityOwnedConvening.com! #SmallBusiness #Accessibility #NDIConvening
Post #5: Join us at the Fifth Annual Disability Owned Convening! Register today and secure your spot: DisabilityOwnedConvening.com. #Entrepreneurship #NDIConvening
Post #6: Are you a small business owner with a disability or an advocate? Join us at the @NationalDisabilityInstitute’s Disability Owned Small Business Convening. Let’s create a better business world. DisabilityOwnedConvening.com. #SmallBusinessOwners #NDIConvening
Post #7: Exciting news for entrepreneurs! The Disability Owned Small Business Convening is back, bigger and better than ever. Discover new opportunities, gain insights and make meaningful connections. Reserve your spot now: DisabilityOwnedConvening.com #BusinessGrowth #NetworkingEvent #NDIConvening
Post #8: Your business journey just got a whole lot brighter! Attend the Disability Owned Small Business Convening and learn how to navigate the world of entrepreneurship with confidence. See you on October 21-22, 2026! DisabilityOwnedConvening.com #SmallBizSuccess #Entrepreneur #NDIConvening
Post #9: Elevate your business game! The Fifth Annual Disability Owned Convening is your ticket to success. Connect, learn, network and thrive alongside fellow entrepreneurs and advocates. Register today: DisabilityOwnedConvening.com #SuccessStories #Entrepreneurship #NDIConvening
Post #10: Mark your calendar for the Disability Owned Small Business Convening on October 21-22, 2026. Together, we’ll empower entrepreneurs with disabilities. Register today! DisabilityOwnedConvening.com #Entrepreneurship #BusinessEmpowerment #NDIConvening
Disability Owned Small Business Convening Sample Social Media Graphics
Image ALT Text:
Image description: NDI Small Business Hub convening, Oct. 21-22. Woman in dark coat laughs, looking away. Register now.
Image description: NDI Small Business Hub convening, Oct. 21-22. Smiling man using a wheelchair wears mustard jacket. Register now.
Image description: NDI Small Business Hub convening, Oct. 21-22. Smiling man in blue suit holds laptop. Register now.
Image description: NDI Small Business Hub convening, Oct. 21-22. Smiling woman uses a white cane, wearing brown top. Register now.
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