BECOME A VENDOR
Why Be a Vendor?
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Unmatched Visibility: Engage with over 7,000 to 10,000 attendees, impacting more than 2,500 households.
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Guaranteed Audience: With 325 exhibitors receiving five pairs of promotional tickets each, over 3,000 unique attendees are guaranteed even before public ticket sales begin.
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Premium Venue: Showcase your business in a climate-controlled, dynamic environment that blends commerce, community, and culture.
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Exclusivity: Limited booths available, ensuring diversity and opportunity for all vendors.
Introduction
The 2025 Florida Black Excellence Fest is themed "We Are Here," symbolizing our commitment to creating a lasting, impactful event that celebrates Black excellence, entrepreneurship, and community. This year, we are transforming the prestigious Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena into the largest indoor mall in the region, featuring three dynamic levels of activations. As a vendor, you will have the opportunity to showcase your business to thousands of attendees in a high-profile, diverse, and engaging marketplace.
4. Dedicated Parking and Move-In Assistance:
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Reserved parking area for vendors.
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Dedicated load-in times to streamline setup.
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Volunteers or staff assistance to help with moving and setting up materials.
5. Promotional Advertising:
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Featured on the festival’s social media platforms.
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Customized social media templates for your use.
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Tagged and highlighted in festival promotions for increased visibility.
6. Special Vendor Pricing:
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Discounts on exhibitor kits, including tablecloths, retractables, tents, and promotional swag.
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A special code provided by The Pollock Group for exclusive savings.
7. Expanded Opportunities for Food Vendors:
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Dual Event Participation: Food vendors may extend their presence to the Taste of Excellence event, providing additional exposure.
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VIP and Sponsor Lounge Features: Select food vendors may be invited to provide small bites and appetizers for VIP areas, increasing visibility among influential attendees.
Vendor Benefits
Vendor Benefits
8. Opportunities for Pre-Event Vending:
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Eligible vendors may vend at preliminary or promotional events at no additional cost or with any charge for premium placement.
9. Featured Vendor Sponsorship Opportunities:
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Vendors may upgrade to specialized activations, such as:
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The Men’s Cave: Grooming services, barbering, and men’s care products.
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Pampering Zones: Spa treatments and wellness services.
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Select vendors may be invited to participate at no cost, offering significant exposure beyond their booth area.
10. Travel and Accommodation Value:
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Special rates with our hotel partner for vendors traveling from other states or regions.
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Convenient and affordable accommodations to minimiz
Political Corner & Candidate Booths
Vendors in the Political Corner or candidate booths receive the same benefits as regular booths, with the following additional features:
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Website Listing: A special listing on the Political Corner page of the FBX website.
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Stage Opportunities: Elevator speech opportunities on stage during the event.
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Straw Poll: Participation in a festival-wide straw poll.
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Fireside Chats: Dedicated time and space for one-on-one or small group conversations with attendees.
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Inclusion in Vendor Kits: Candidate materials included in vendor pickup kits.
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Additional features tailored to attract candidates and political organizations, providing unique marketing and engagement opportunities.
The Economic Value of Participation
Becoming a vendor at the Florida Black Excellence Fest is not just an investment; it’s a value-packed opportunity. Here’s how your participation pays for itself:
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Promotional Tickets: $100 value.
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Taste of Excellence Tickets: $170 value.
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Swag Bag and Vendor Kit: Estimated $75 value.
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Promotional Advertising: Equivalent to $200+ in marketing exposure.
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Consulting and Training Sessions: Included at no extra cost, offering insights to boost your sales and engagement.
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Exclusive Discounts on Exhibitor Kits: Save $50 or more.
This means you’re receiving over $500 in added value before you even make your first sale, effectively offsetting the booth costs of $325 to $450. By participating, you’re setting yourself up for significant exposure, networking opportunities, and direct access to thousands of potential customers.
Call to Action: Secure Your Booth Today!
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Act Early for the Best Pricing:
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Early bird specials available, with pricing subject to increase as demand grows.
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Limited premium booth features, such as electricity and enhanced Wi-Fi, allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Exclusivity and Diversity:
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Registration does not guarantee acceptance; all applications are reviewed to prevent vendor duplication and ensure a diverse marketplace.
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Early registration improves your chances of acceptance, especially for popular categories.
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Marketing Benefits:
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Early registrants receive immediate marketing exposure through social media features and promotional templates.
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Streamlined Onboarding Process:
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A dedicated vendor committee will guide you through onboarding, setup, and event day logistics.
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Don’t Wait!:
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With limited booths, premium opportunities, and increasing demand, secure your spot today to be part of the largest regional indoor mall experience at the Florida Black Excellence Fest 2025.
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Promotional Tickets:
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Five pairs (10 tickets) to the main event, valued at $100.
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These tickets guarantee over 3,000 unique attendees and can be used as promotions, giveaways, or customer engagement tools to drive traffic to your booth.
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General Admission Tickets to the Taste of Excellence:
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Each vendor receives one pair of general tickets to the Taste of Excellence event on Friday night, valued at $170.
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Enjoy this celebratory experience, network, and engage with fellow attendees before the main event.
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Opportunity to upgrade to VIP tickets.
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Swag Bag and Vendor Kit:
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A swag bag filled with event essentials.
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Three general admission tickets to the main event.
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Three event t-shirts to proudly represent the festival.
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Vendor passes for easy access to booth and event areas.
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Vendor Benefits
