VENDOR AGREEMENT - the nitty gritty
Please read this entirely. We truly don’t want there to be any confusion or misunderstanding. So let’s ensure we are all on the same page
How much is it to participate and what is included?
Tables are $200 for the 2 day event which includes a table measuring 6 feet by 30 inches. Your space allotment is approximately 6 feet by 4 feet and we ask that you stay within those boundaries to be fair to the vendors next to you. If you require extra space or any other specific extra something (proximity to an electrical outlet) please contact us directly.
What is expected of me?
Please arrive on time for set-up . You are responsible for tending to your table at all times during the event. Decorating your table is mandatory and we expect vendors to curate their table and wares in a creative manner in order to entice shoppers. It is in your best interest to create a professional display that leads to oodles of sales!
How do I know if I am accepted? How do I pay?
After filling out the Vendor Form you will be redirected to a page to pay online. Upon payment of the deposit your application is offically submitted and your spot is secure. If for some reason we truly feel that you are not a fit for the market we will contact you to discuss.
How do you select vendors?
We try to curate each market to be unique and different from the last to keep visitors interested in coming. Plus, we sometimes select vendors based on the theme of the event - if there is one. We also aim to ensure that there are not too many overlapping vendors by limiting the number of vendors selling any given type of product. Having too many tables with handmade soap makes for a less interesting market and does a disservice to all those soap vendors! With that in mind we may suggest that we include you in the next market if we feel it is a more suitable option. We want everyone to be successful. Your success is our success. ; )
What about a refund if I can’t make it or change my mind?
Once your deposit has been made refunds will only be issued for extraneous circumstances - if there is an illness or an emergency, not “I changed my mind” or “it’s supposed to rain”. Additionally, If you choose to opt out after you've paid a deposit and/or paid in full, you cannot simply give your space to another vendor/individual without consent from 500 Collective. On the other side of that equation - If we have to cancel the event and/or reschedule for any reason all vendors will be issued either a refund or a credit to participate in an upcoming market.
How is the event advertised?
We do this collaboratively. Templates for social media posting will be provided to vendors to help spread the word about the event. The more sharing and cross promotion we get out there the more people we will reach. We market the event to the very best of our ability, but we cannot guarantee a specific turnout for each event. Our marketing plan includes a combination of free and paid advertising with social media, various online sources and many local media outlets, including associated affiliations and partnerships with other local businesses.
With this in mind, by participating as a vendor it is understood that 1. You grant 500 Collective full permission to use your business name(s), logo(s), photographs from your website/social media and any photographs, videos, audio or copy from your website/social to promote our event on any distribution channel. 2. You agree to market your participation in the event on your social media platforms and/or website. 3. You only use the marketing materials provided by 500 Collective to promote on your social media and/or website unless given written consent to use other marketing materials.
Any questions, or would you like further clarification? email hello@500collective.com