Annual Spring Business Showcase

Very few events have had such a positive impact on the Jackson County business community as the establishment in 1998 of the Jackson County Spring Showcase business exhibition.

 

“This has proven to be one of the most successful ideas ever undertaken by the Jackson Area Chamber Of Commerce,” said Randy Heath, who originated the idea for the show after seeing how other chambers in Ohio had been successful with the idea. “It has been so valuable to the exhibitors because it gives them exposure that is invaluable over just a three-day period,” noted Heath. “It is valuable to the chamber as it has become our biggest fund-raiser and we are still able to give so much in return.”

 

Heath says for many of the exhibitors, who have smaller businesses, the exposure some receive in one weekend is more than they might gain the entire year. “The public certainly looks forward to the event each year and it is a tribute to the Jackson County business community that they continue to improve on the appearance of their exhibits and their generosity in their prizes that makes the event the success it has been year after year,” he remarked.

 

Those visiting have enjoyed the opportunity of registering for many free gifts as well as learning more about the many services and products available in the Jackson area. The event is normally held in late March or early April, with the date and location to be announced by January each year. The event has grown to include over 60 business exhibitors for the weekend show and between 1,300 and 1,700 patrons in attendance, including those visiting the event as well as those who work at the event.