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BECOME A Vendor

Apply to Be a Vendor at the Black Dotte Marketplace

Date: October 16 – December 31, 2025

The Legacy Park Plaza, KCK

Why Apply to Become a Vendor?

Prime Holiday Sales Exposure – Be part of the busiest shopping season of the year.
Business Training & Development – Receive guidance and tools to prepare you for permanent growth.
Pitch Competition Entry – All selected vendors automatically qualify for the 2025 Pitch Competition with a $5,000 cash prize.
Grand Opening Weekend Traffic – Your business will launch alongside the Black MasterMind Summit, bringing in hundreds of attendees for shopping, networking, and community celebration.

Key Dates

Vendor Move-In: October 14 & 15, 2025
Grand Opening & Business Expo: October 17, 2025 at 10 AM
Summit of The Black MasterMinds: October 18–19, 2025
Vendor Commitment: Daily Hours (Mon–Sat 10 AM–6 PM, Sun 12–5 PM)
Registration Deadline: September 24, 2025
Vendor Selections Announced: September 26, 2025

Who Can Apply?

We are looking for Food & Retail businesses ready to showcase their products and services. Food trucks are also welcome to join us in the Marketplace parking lot on weekends.

Limited Opportunity

Only 30 vendors will be selected. Don’t miss this chance to position your business in front of a steady stream of holiday shoppers, investors, and community leaders.

Apply Now to Pitch Your Business for a Spot in the Incubator!

Summit Single Day Vendor Expo

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The Legacy Park Plaza | 1111 N 5th St, Kansas City, KS 66101

The Summit Single Day Vendor Expo is your opportunity to showcase your business in front of hundreds of attendees during one of the most anticipated events of the year — The Summit of The Black MasterMinds.

Why You Should Be a Vendor:

Unmatched Visibility – Position your products, services, or food business in front of a highly engaged audience.
Diverse Audience – Connect with entrepreneurs, professionals, families, and community members ready to shop and support local businesses.
Business Growth – Gain exposure, build your customer base, and increase brand awareness.
All Business Types Welcome – Whether you’re in products, retail, food, services, or food trucks, this is your chance to shine.

Event Highlights:

One-day expo packed with networking, shopping, and community engagement
Held in conjunction with The Summit of The Black MasterMinds — bringing together entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and changemakers
Prime opportunity to kick off the Holiday Shopping Season with style and impact

Vendor Booths Are Limited – Secure Yours Today!

This is more than just a marketplace — it’s a platform for growth, exposure, and meaningful connections. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this dynamic experience.