MadJax Small Business Week: A Week to Build, Learn, and Move Forward
At MadJax Maker Force, we believe that strong creative communities are built on access to tools, knowledge, and connection. That’s exactly what MadJax Small Business Week (May 4–9, 2026) is all about.
Held in alignment with National Small Business Week, this week of programming, sponsored by PrimeTrust Federal Credit Union, is designed for makers, creatives, and entrepreneurs who are ready to take the next step, whether that means launching a new idea, growing a side hustle, or strengthening an existing business.
Throughout the week, local experts and partners will lead practical, hands-on sessions focused on the real work behind running a business and the tools that help you do it well.
What to Expect
MadJax Small Business Week focuses on the fundamentals that often make or break a business:
Business planning
Bookkeeping and financial systems
Pricing strategies
Money mindset and financial decision-making
Schedule Highlights
All sessions are free and will take place in the Learning Lab on the first floor of MadJax. Lunch will be provided each day. Registration is limited.
Monday, May 4, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Lunch & Learn: Business Planning
Presented by the Indiana Small Business Development CenterThis workshop focuses on building a sustainable business plan, including what to include and resources to help guide your next steps.
Tuesday, May 5, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Presented by Penny Tracker, LLC
A deep dive into financial systems, QuickBooks, and building strong recordkeeping habits.
Wednesday, May 6, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Lunch & Learn: Capital & Community
Presented by PrimeTrust Federal Credit Union
The Credit Union Advantage for Local BusinessesPresented by PrimeTrust Federal Credit UnionLearn how PrimeTrust’s local decision-making and digital tools simplify the commercial process, helping you get "bank-ready" with ease. We’ll cover everything from simple micro-loans to flexible lines of credit and term loans, ensuring you have the right funding to grow your business.
Thursday, May 7, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Lunch & Learn: Smart Pricing for Small Business
Presented by Frank Scott in partnership with the Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce. This session focuses on developing pricing strategies that balance competitiveness and profitability, refining pricing to increase revenue, and adapting to market shifts, inflation, and competition.
Friday, May 8, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Lunch & Learn: Money Mindset for Business Owners
Presented by Cheyenne Reed, Abundance Alchemy
A practical look at why revenue doesn’t always mean profit and how to build systems that actually support your financial goals.
Why This Week Matters
There’s a gap that many makers and creatives experience. You can make something great, but turning that into a sustainable business is a different skill set.
MadJax Small Business Week is designed to close that gap.
It creates space for people to ask questions, learn from others, and build the confidence to make better decisions. It also strengthens the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem in Muncie and East Central Indiana by connecting people to resources and each other.
If you’ve been thinking about starting something, growing something, or figuring out what’s next, this week is for you.
Come ready to learn, connect, and move your work forward.
