Orlando African-American Business Expo 2011

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, the Orlando City Council, the Orlando Magic and the City of Orlando’s Celebrate Black History Committee will host the City’s first African-American Business Expo. The free Expo will provide an opportunity for business owners to network with one another and learn from industry experts and various economic development organizations about how to start and/or grow their business. Topics include state and local business incentive programs, available space for lease in Downtown Orlando and other small business assistance programs.

WHEN: Thursday, February 17, 2011, 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

WHERE: Amway Center, 400 West Church Street, Orlando, FL 32801

REGISTER: Attendance at the African-American Business Expo is free for business owners but space is limited. Please RSVP to Desnee Young (desnee.young@cityoforlando.net or 407.246.3306) or Ana Diaz-Coffey (ana.coffey@cityoforlando.net or 407.246.3396).

SHOWCASE: Businesses interested in showcasing their services during the Expo are invited to purchase a booth at a cost of $40. Contact Desnee Young at 407.246.3306 or Ana Diaz-Coffey at 407.246.3396 for details and booth registration information.