When You Win, We Win.
We are Stronger Together!
About XBN
Welcome to XBN
XBN is a non-profit organization connecting businesses of all sizes to opportunities, partnerships, and resources that drive inclusive regional economic growth. Small businesses remain the backbone of our work—supported through XBN by a powerful ecosystem of community organizations, chambers of commerce, government agencies, and private enterprises collaborating across all sectors.
We are Stronger Together!
Mission
XBN is the regional collaborator uniting business communities across all sectors to empower small businesses through education and training, resource navigation, access to opportunities, and impactful events.
Vision
To be the region’s leading business network—anchored by small businesses—creating an inclusive ecosystem where collaboration, innovation, and opportunity drive prosperity for the entire regional economy.
Who We Are
XBN is the X-Factor for Business – the variable that creates meaningful connection, momentum, and impact. What’s Your X?
We believe small businesses are essential to regional prosperity, and their success is amplified when connected to a broader business ecosystem. XBN unites businesses of all sizes, industries, and sectors to exchange knowledge, access opportunities, and build lasting partnerships.
Since 2023, we’ve evolved from supporting diverse small businesses to uniting the full spectrum of business communities that drive economic growth—including public agencies, private enterprises, educational institutions, non-profits, and community leaders. We are the X-Factor for Business, delivering the critical connections, training, resources, and opportunities that transform potential into growth.
Sustaining small business growth isn’t just good business—it’s essential to building a thriving regional economy that creates collective prosperity for all.
When You Win, We Win.
We are Stronger Together!
Our Partners
XBN Resource Navigator
XBN’s partners form a coordinated ecosystem that supports business development through both resources and relationships. From organizations delivering essential tools, expertise, and services, to collaborators strengthening regional connections and collaboration, our partners work together to expand access, reduce barriers, and drive sustainable economic growth across the business community.
When you Win, We ALL Win!
We are Stronger Together!
Resource(X) Partners
Our Resource Partners provide the expertise, tools, and services businesses need at every stage – from startup to scale.
These partners include public agencies, federal organizations, nonprofit institutions, and private enterprises offering support across access to capital, marketing, certification, procurement, workforce development, and more. Together, they form a powerful network designed to help businesses navigate complexity, seize opportunity, and grow with confidence.
Community(X) Partners
Community Partners strengthen the relationships that make business growth possible.
XBN works alongside chambers of commerce, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, corporate partners, and educational institutions to cultivate a connected, collaborative business community. These community partnerships create access to shared knowledge, trusted relationships, and opportunities that businesses would not reach on their own.
Our collaborative network provides a strong foundation for growth – connecting businesses to people, resources, and pathways that support long-term success.
When you Win, We all Win!
We are Stronger Together!
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