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 Out
- Platinum 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 Out
- Gold Sponsor- Sale ends - Oct 31, 11:50 PM - 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 
- Bronze Sponsor- Sale ends - Oct 31, 11:50 PM - 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 
- Exhibitor Table- Sale ends - Nov 02, 11:50 PM - 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 - $50.00 - +$1.25 ticket service fee 
- $35.00 - +$0.88 ticket service fee 
 
- Electricity Add-on for Table- Sale ends - Nov 02, 11:50 PM - Electrical access for powering your expo table - $30.00 - +$0.75 ticket service fee 
- Food Warmer Rental for Table- Sale ends - Nov 02, 11:50 PM - (1) Food Warmer provided for your expo table - $15.00 - +$0.38 ticket service fee 
- Specialty Food/Beverage Vendor- Sale ends - Nov 02, 11:50 PM - 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 - $75.00 - +$1.88 ticket service fee 
- $50.00 - +$1.25 ticket service fee 
 
- Friend of the Chamber- Sale ends - Nov 07, 11:50 PM - 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 
- General Public Entry/Admission- Sale ends - Nov 08, 3:30 PM - 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 
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