The Coastal Alabama Business Chamber's Small Business Council will host the Inaugural Coastal Alabama Business Expo on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025, at the Orange Beach Event Center.

The event, presented by SimpliHOM Alabama, is designed to connect local business owners, entrepreneurs, and residents while showcasing the products and services of businesses throughout Coastal Alabama. The Expo will be open to the public from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and admission is FREE for attendees.

"We’re excited to bring this new event to the community," said Tim Lower, Chairman of the Chamber's Small Business Council. "This Expo is about creating connections and fostering growth for businesses of all sizes.”

According to the Baldwin County Economic Development Alliance, the county is the 7th fastest growing metro area in the United States.  Each month there are new retail stores, restaurants, real estate, construction and other industries opening their doors in the community.

Now new and established businesses can share and showcase their product to the public, while connecting with other business services. The expo will feature business that provide for year-round services to locals and tourist alike. Some of the industries featured can include:

• Home Decor
• Insurance
• Banks and Business Financing
• Restaurants
• Retail Outlets
• Auto Sales and Repair
• Real Estate Services
• Home Repair
• Many More !!

If you are a local business for the public, or provide services to these businesses, this a great opportunity to to have a booth at the expo to display your product or service.

Exhibitor booths are available for businesses interested in participating. Pricing options include:

● Premium Space: $495

● Coastal Alabama Business Chamber Member Rate: $250

● Non-Chamber Member Rate: $350 (with a $100 credit towards Chamber membership)

● Power Access: $50 add-on

Interested exhibitors and attendees are asked to RSVP at bit.ly/coastalbizexpo24. For further details about the Expo or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Kimberly Ray at kimberly@mygulfcoastchamber.com or 251-968-7215.