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SOUTHERN GEORGIA BLACK CHAMBERS
SGBC Small Business Summit & Expo
Sat, Nov 08
|The Rainwater Center
Register to showcase your unique products and services. Connect with business resources, community leaders, and potential customers
Time & Location
Nov 08, 2025, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
The Rainwater Center, 1 Meeting Pl, Valdosta, GA 31601, USA
Guests
About the event
2025 Small Business Summit & Expo
Theme: Pride & Prosperity
Join the Southern Georgia Black Chambers (SGBC) for our premier regional event celebrating the innovators and leaders driving economic growth. More than just an expo, this year's summit is a strategic gathering designed to empower, educate, and connect Black entrepreneurs and their allies.
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025 | Time: 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM Venue: Rainwater Conference Center, Valdosta, GA
What to Expect
Dynamic Speakers: Get inspired by our lineup of thought leaders on the Main Stage. This year's focus is on equipping you with the tools to innovate, build, and scale your business for the future. Topics will include AI adoption, government contracting, marketing, and more.
Tickets
Presenting Sponsor
Naming rights + logo on all promotional materials and the event landing page. Exclusive opportunity to speak for 5 minutes during the opening remarks. Opportunity to introduce the keynote speaker. Prominent banner placement on the main stage. Two complimentary exhibitor booths and four Brunch Tickets. Two complimentary SGBC Gala Tickets. Featured as a partner in all press releases. Special recognition during the mixer and brunch events. Company spotlight in a dedicated social media post.
$1,000.00
+$25.00 ticket service fee
Sold OutPlatinum Sponsor
Logo placement on promotional materials and the event landing page. Speaking opportunity during an SGBC Virtual Meeting. Two (2) Complimentary Tickets to the Reception Mixer & Business Brunch. One complimentary exhibitor booth. Inclusion in all press releases. Four "Thank You" Campaign social media posts. Logo on Sponsor Wall at Entrance for the Reception Mixer, Expo, and Brunch events.
$750.00
+$18.75 ticket service fee
Sold OutGold Sponsor
Dedicated mention at the Reception Mixer. Networking Tickets: One (1) Complimentary Ticket to the Reception Mixer & Business Brunch. Exhibitor Space: Complimentary Exhibitor Booth (with electricity, if needed). Tier 2 Logo on Summit Landing Page. Featured in a Sponsor Spotlight Post (2 posts). Logo on Sponsor Wall at Entrance for the Reception Mixer, Expo, and Brunch events. Inclusion in Official Press Release.
$500.00
+$12.50 ticket service fee
Sale endedBronze Sponsor
Discounted Booth Rate of only $25 (Note: The normal booth price is $50, making this a 50% discount). Tier 3 Logo on Summit Landing Page. Mention in a Group Thank You Post (1 post). Logo on Sponsor Wall at Entrance for the Reception Mixer, Expo, and Brunch events.
$250.00
+$6.25 ticket service fee
Sale endedExhibitor Table
All exhibitor tables will be inside the Rainwater Conference Center (Grand Hall ballroom). Note that a 5-foot table and two chairs will be provided. Exhibitors are encouraged to bring have products available to sell and/or giveaways available for visitors.
From $35.00 to $50.00
Sale ended$50.00
+$1.25 ticket service fee
$35.00
+$0.88 ticket service fee
Electricity Add-on for Table
Electrical access for powering your expo table
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Sale endedFood Warmer Rental for Table
(1) Food Warmer provided for your expo table
$15.00
+$0.38 ticket service fee
Sale endedSpecialty Food/Beverage Vendor
All vendors in this category will be located in the Food Truck Alley, strategically placed along the entrance parkway of the Rainwater Conference Center for maximum visibility to all attendees. Includes dedicated outdoor space for a Food Truck, specialty beverage setup, etc.
From $50.00 to $75.00
Sale ended$75.00
+$1.88 ticket service fee
$50.00
+$1.25 ticket service fee
Friend of the Chamber
Logo/Name on social media graphics with supporting sponsors Acknowledgement during the event Does NOT include exhibit space
$20.00
+$0.50 ticket service fee
Sale endedGeneral Public Entry/Admission
General registration is preferred. Free for the public - All ages are welcome to attend. This is NOT for business vendor setup inside or outside the facility.
$0.00
Sale ended