September 17, 2012
Dear Supporters and friends,
Thank you for your possible participation in this year’s Micro-Business and Resource Fair
at the “Connect 4 Promoting Community Togetherness” event on Saturday, October 13,
2012 at the Connection 4321 South Cottage Grove Avenue, 10am-5pm.
Our mission is to connect the past, present and future by highlighting the historically significant
and culturally rich communities of North Kenwood, Oakland, Douglas, and Grand Boulevard.
The name, Connect 4, is based on four vital components of a vibrant community: Community,
Beautification, Political Will and Business. This annual event recognizes the efforts of those who
work tirelessly through civic leadership to enrich and enhance our communities.
This year’s event will feature:
A Historic Bus Tour “From Civil War to Civil Rights” http://www.qcdc.org/news/660
A local Trolley Tour to local businesses http://qcdcconnect4.webs.com
Jazz at the People’s Spot at Little Black Pearl http://jazzinbronzeville.eventbrite.com/
The Architects of Jazz exhibit at the Sutherland Ballroom.
The trolley will run all day stopping at various businesses and places of interest throughout
the Black Metropolis/Greater Bronzeville area.
This event will be an excellent opportunity for you to showcase your business, gain exposure
for your company, sell your products/services, and to network with other vendors. Last year
our attendance was over 200, this year we expect 500 - 1300 participants from all over the
city. The event promises to be exceptional and will be advertised throughout Chicago and the
surrounding areas via social media, print, radio, television, and much more.
Please complete and return the attached vendor registration form by September 30, 2012.
Should you be interested in participating, please complete the application enclosed and
return it with the appropriate fee.* There are a predetermined number of booths available
per vendor category, so reserve your space now!
If you have any additional questions or would like more information, please contact Yvette
Kelly, Event Coordinator at 773-268-7232 or by email at Yvette.qcdc.festival@gmail.com . We
look forward to your participation.
Sincerely,
Yvette Kelly/Event Coordinator
*Quad Communities Development Corporation is a charitable organization exempt from federal income taxes under
Section 501 c 3 of the Internal Revenue Code and vendors should consult their tax advisors regarding tax
deductibility.
Connect 4 “Promoting Community Togetherness”
Resource and Micro-Business Fair
The Connection
4321 South Cottage Grove Avenue
10am – 5 pm
Please type or print clearly. FEE: $50.00 (Due October 5, 2012)
Please complete and return via e-mail (Yvette.qcdc.festival@gmail.com); fax (773.268-2505),
or mail to: Quad Communities Development Corporation
Attn: Yvette Kelly 4659 South Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653.
For questions, please call 773-268-7232.
COMPANY INFORMATION
Company Name: ______________________________________________________________________________
Contact Name:
______________________________________________Title: _________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________
City: __________________________________ State: ________________ Zip: _____________
Phone: _____________________ Fax: _________________ Email: _____________________________________
Type of Product/Service: _____________________________________________________________________
Please print names as you would like them to appear on expo badges.
Name:
Name:
Name:
Name:
___________________________________________________ Title: _______________________
___________________________________________________ Title: _______________________
___________________________________________________ Title: _______________________
___________________________________________________ Title: _______________________
Do you need access to electricity? (Additional fee of $10)
Yes
No
*Requests for power/electric must be submitted by September 30, 2012. No exceptions!
Please describe the equipment needing electricity:
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
VENDOR PACKAGE INCLUDES:
1 6 ft table, signage, 2 chairs, name badges, light refreshments will be served
EXHIBIT GUIDELINES:
1. A representative must be present at booth at all times during expo hours.
2. All vendor booths must be set-up and ready for public viewing 30 minutes prior
to event opening. (Saturday October 13th, 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.)
3. Booth space will be assigned upon receipt of completed registration form/payment.
4. All Vendor forms must be submitted by October 9, 2012.
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PAYMENT:
Vendor Booth ($50.00) □ Electricity ($10)
Check or money order (Make payable to QCDC)
CASH (after due date with authorization from management)
Signature: ________________________________________________________
Date: ________________
Connect 4 “Promoting Community Togetherness”
Resource and Micro-Business Fair
VENDOR SETUP GUIDELINES:
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SETUP TIME ENDS AT 10 AM. NO EXCEPTIONS! All exhibit booths must be set-up and ready
for public viewing 30 minutes prior to event operating time. Setup time is Saturday
October 13th, 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
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Please return any additional equipment not contained in your booth area to your vehicles.
The Connection or QCDC cannot provide storage of any kind for vendor items.
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You can rearrange the contents of your booth area only according to your specifications. We
ask the following:
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That you alert our management team before removing or replacing any items
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DO NOT remove tables, chairs or other items from other booths even if they appear vacant.
Please ask the management to assist you.
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That you return any items moved or replaced to our management team immediately.
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That your booth area setup does not disrupt, interfere with or otherwise hinder the activities
of neighboring booths.
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Please remember that at least one person must be present in your exhibit booth at all times.
No more than 4 people should staff exhibit booths at a time to insure fire safety precautions.
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Electricity will be available to vendors who have requested it as a part of their setup design. If
your setup requires multiple outlets and you plan to bring extension cords/power strips,
please make sure that they are UV approved. Non-UV approved power strips will not be
permitted. Our management staff will be available to assist you in insuring your power needs.
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No event promoter can be held responsible for any lost or stolen items.
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No refunds!
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If you have any questions or concerns contact Yvette Kelly at 773-268-7232.
THERE WILL BE NO PARKING ON THE STREET. PLEASE PARK IN THE LOT SOUTH OF THE
BUILDING BEHIND THE JAZZ MURAL.