SWFL Black Expo

Edison Mall, in partnership with the Dunbar Festival Committee, De’ Marshawn’s Salon & Makeup Studio, and SWFL Impact Partners, will host the inaugural SWFL Black Expo, a free to the public event, highlighting minority businesses of all types in the SWFL area April 9^th, 10^th and 11^th, 2021. A portion of the proceeds from this signature event will go to fund and expand local black owned 501c3 nonprofits in the area.  Edison Mall, as a goodwill ambassador is focusing on providing a safe, diverse, family-oriented center that is culturally and economically impactful for our SWFL community.

The SWFL Black Expo include a designated kid zone with crafts and activities, seminars, workshops and speakers for the brand-new entrepreneur to the seasoned business professional. There will be vendors, food trucks, and more.  An opening reception is scheduled for April 9^th with Lee Pitts Live hosting at the Edison Mall.

Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available.  As April is Diversity Month, Edison Mall and its partners are inviting all businesses of color to become a vendor.  If you are a black owned 501c3, there will be a space reserved for you for free. A portion of the proceeds from this signature event will go to fund and expand local black owned 501c3 nonprofits in the area.  For more information on vendor and sponsorship opportunities please contact Angeli Chin at angeli.chin@washingtonprime.com or call 239-939-1933 x 2725.

The SWFL Expo is just one example of Edison Mall’s continued efforts to bring diverse communities together through unique events and programs, while allowing guests the opportunity to experience new cultures and learn about their traditions. For more information on the SWFL Black Expo, visit shopedisonmall.com.