Why Vend With Us?
Aside from the vendor PERKS, REWARDS, business coaching & DEVELOPMENT, and ROBUST vendor BENEFIT packages, here’s what differentiates us from other vendor events:
1.) NO APPLICATION FEE
We offer an application grace period until 60 days ahead of the event date.
2.) Our organization was recognized by Spectrum News 1 Charlotte, The Charlotte Post, QCity Metro, Voyage Raleigh and Spectacular Magazine.
3.) See 100+ REAL (UNSOLICITED) reviews in our Instagram highlights ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. @nxtbigthingclt
4.) Our events are known to be large-scaled with 50+ vendor opportunities per event. We believe more people = more exposure for your brand, and more people advocating for the market to make it successful.
5.) We advertise our events through several marketing channels starting 3+ months prior of the event date. We target BOTH the general public and vendors.
6.) We’ve consistently and consecutively hosted vendor markets on the recurring basis for 3yrs which has allowed us to build a strong network of supporters.
7.) Our events usually gets 100+ attendees registered.
8.) We feature vendors on our social media pages.
9.) We always giveaway FREE stuff to attendees!
10.) Clear, easy to read, and attractive event flyers strategically designed to attract black business supporters.
11.) This is not our first rodeo! Hosted by an experienced vendor event host. We can assure you top of the line customer service, organization and coordination.
12.) Promote your business FREE in our Facebook Group!
13.) We collect data, analytics, feedback and use the information to make our events better each time.
14.) We have had several repeat vendors at every event. Think about it, no one’s going to sign up again for an event they didn’t find beneficial!
15.) We allow vendors to share tables.
16.) We have taken the time to develop an informative video to ensure our vendors are successful at any vendor events they attend. This video is given to all new vendors in our onboarding process ABSOLUTELY FREE!
17.) We understand that having a small business can be financially difficult at times. We want your business to grow, gain exposure and thrive! So, payment plans are available for vendor packages $300+.
18.) We ensure that each event has a variety of vendors with very limited vendors per category.
19.) Strategic Sales Action Plans can be provided for vendors who feel they are not accomplishing their sales goals during vendor events in general.
20.) THE LARGEST ONE AND ONLY RECURRING INDOOR SHOPPING MARKET DEDICATED TO BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES IN CHARLOTTE, NC.
