Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce officials announced that registration and sponsorship has opened for the 17th Smith Mountain Lake Business Expo, which will take place Friday, May 1 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Franklin County YMCA’s LakeWatch facility.

In addition to offering the opportunity to showcase products and services to hundreds of area businesses owners and the general public, Expo exhibitors may sign up to conduct a 20-minute educational seminar and participate in a post-event networking social.

Examples of industries expected to participate include medical, health and wellness, media, home and garden, financial, real estate, hospitality and construction. In addition, a number of clubs and civic organizations will be on hand.
SCHEDULE:

Exhibitor lunch: 11 a.m.-Noon

Open to public: Noon to 4 p.m.

NEW! Exhibitor social: 4-5 p.m.

Sponsorships in a variety of levels are available, providing such amenities as prime booth space, signage and other recognition, Special Events Director Cheryl Ward said. Applications for sponsors and exhibitors are available online at visitsmithmountainlake.com/sml-business-expo. Those interested may also contact Ward at 540-721-1203 or [email protected].