BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P1H REFRESH-INTERVAL:P1H CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:Eastern Daylight Time END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:Eastern Standard Time END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T190000 X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:2026 Grand Expo at Robarts Arena Presented by Mike Douglass Plumbing DESCRIPTION:Sarasota 2026 Grand ExpoAmerica 250: Celebrating Business\, Innovation & CommunityThe Greater Sarasota Chamber welcomes you to our annual Sarasota 2026 Grand Expo\, the ultimate networking and business showcase designed to connect businesses\, industry professionals\, and our community.This year\, we're celebrating America 250\, honoring 250 years of American innovation\, entrepreneurship\, and community. We encourage exhibitors to embrace the theme by decorating their booths with patriotic elements inspired by America's rich history and entrepreneurial spirit. From classic red\, white\, and blue d cor to creative displays celebrating American business and innovation\, we can't wait to see your creativity on display!Best America 250-Themed Booth Competition\nAll exhibitors are invited to participate! A prize will be awarded to the exhibitor with the Best America 250-Themed Booth\, so have fun showcasing your business while celebrating this historic milestone.Attendees will enjoy complimentary light bites from local restaurants\, door prizes\, raffle items\, and the opportunity to make valuable connections while exploring more than 80 Chamber Member booths. Discover local businesses\, shop local\, and support the companies that make our community thrive.Be sure to complete the Expo Passport by visiting participating exhibitors for your chance to win exciting prizes!Door prizes are encouraged from all sponsors and exhibitors.This event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC with FREE admission and FREE parking.Register Your Booth Today!Booth registration is exclusive to Greater Sarasota Chamber members only.Not yet a Chamber member? Contact Zach Henkel at zhenkel@sarasotachamber.com to learn more about membership opportunities and how you can participate as an exhibitor.Why Exhibit?Showcase Your BrandPut your business in front of a diverse audience eager to discover local products\, services\, and organizations.High-Impact NetworkingMeet potential clients\, referral partners\, fellow business leaders\, and community influencers all in one dynamic afternoon.Boost VisibilityIncrease your brand recognition\, generate quality leads\, and strengthen relationships within the Sarasota business community.Fun & Engaging AtmospherePatriotic-themed exhibits\, interactive experiences\, delicious local food and beverages\, entertainment\, and exciting giveaways will keep attendees engaged throughout the Expo.Exhibitor DetailsBooth Set-Up: 1:00 PM 3:30 PMExclusive Exhibitor Networking Reception: 3:30 PM 4:30 PMExpo Hours: 4:30 PM 7:00 PMBooth Includes8-foot skirted tableTwo chairsIdentification signElectricity: Available for an additional $25.Sponsorship OpportunitiesPresenting SponsorCorporate Sponsor (2 Available)Car Display SponsorStage SponsorWater SponsorExhibitor Exchange SponsorExhibit Spaces Available10' x 10' In-Line Booth Space | $5458-foot skirted tableTwo chairsCurtain backdrop and side drapeIdentification sign10' x 10' Corner Booth Space | $595Premium corner exhibit space8-foot skirted tableTwo chairsCurtain backdrop and side drapeIdentification signBooth Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for booth cancellations.For exhibitor or event questions\, please contact Celeste Lloyd-Jones\, Events Manager\, at cljones@sarasotachamber.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Sarasota 2026 Grand Expo

America 250: Celebrating Business\, Innovation &\; Community

The Greater Sarasota Chamber welcomes you to our annual Sarasota 2026 Grand Expo\, the ultimate networking and business showcase designed to connect businesses\, industry professionals\, and our community.

This year\, we'\;re celebrating America 250\, \;honoring 250 years of American innovation\, entrepreneurship\, and community. We encourage exhibitors to embrace the theme by decorating their booths with patriotic elements inspired by America'\;s rich history and entrepreneurial spirit. From classic red\, white\, and blue dé\;cor to creative displays celebrating American business and innovation\, we can'\;t wait to see your creativity on display!

Best America 250-Themed Booth Competition
All exhibitors are invited to participate! A prize will be awarded to the exhibitor with the Best America 250-Themed Booth\, so have fun showcasing your business while celebrating this historic milestone.

Attendees will enjoy complimentary light bites from local restaurants\, door prizes\, raffle items\, and the opportunity to make valuable connections while exploring more than 80 Chamber Member booths. Discover local businesses\, shop local\, and support the companies that make our community thrive.

Be sure to complete the \;Expo Passport by visiting participating exhibitors for your chance to win exciting prizes!

Door prizes are encouraged from all sponsors and exhibitors.

This event is \;OPEN TO THE PUBLIC with \;FREE admission and FREE parking.

Register Your Booth Today!

Booth registration is exclusive to Greater Sarasota Chamber members only.

Not yet a Chamber member? Contact \;Zach Henkel at \;zhenkel@sarasotachamber.com to learn more about membership opportunities and how you can participate as an exhibitor.

Why Exhibit?

Showcase Your Brand

Put your business in front of a diverse audience eager to discover local products\, services\, and organizations.

High-Impact Networking

Meet potential clients\, referral partners\, fellow business leaders\, and community influencers&mdash\;all in one dynamic afternoon.

Boost Visibility

Increase your brand recognition\, generate quality leads\, and strengthen relationships within the Sarasota business community.

Fun &\; Engaging Atmosphere

Patriotic-themed exhibits\, interactive experiences\, delicious local food and beverages\, entertainment\, and exciting giveaways will keep attendees engaged throughout the Expo.

Exhibitor Details

Booth Set-Up: 1:00 PM &ndash\; 3:30 PM

Exclusive Exhibitor Networking Reception: 3:30 PM &ndash\; 4:30 PM

Expo Hours: 4:30 PM &ndash\; 7:00 PM

Booth Includes

Electricity: Available for an additional \;$25.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Exhibit Spaces Available

10'\; x 10'\; In-Line Booth Space | \;$545

10'\; x 10'\; Corner Booth Space | \;$595

Booth Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for booth cancellations.

For exhibitor or event questions\, please contact Celeste Lloyd-Jones\, Events Manager\, at cljones@sarasotachamber.com.

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