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Interested in participating in MOBFEST™?
Complete the form to be considered. A member of our team will follow up with selected brands.
PARTICIPATION DEADLINES
Early Bird Application Deadline: July 19, 2026
General Application Deadline: August 29, 2026
Once approved, you have seven (7) days to submit payment. Please note that your spot at MOBFEST™ is not reserved until payment has been received.
PARTICIPATION INVESTMENT
Early Bird Investment
$150 – Authors/Nonprofit Organizations (501(c)(3) only)
$250 – General Brands (Product/Service)
$300 – Food Trucks
Standard Investment (After Early Bird)
$200 – Authors/Nonprofit Organizations (501(c)(3) only)
$300 – General Brands (Product/Service)
$350 – Food Trucks
Optional Add-On
+$250 – Sponsorship Opportunity (for enhanced visibility and brand positioning). Enhance your visibility and expand your reach with a MOBFEST™ sponsorship. Sponsoring brands receive additional recognition and promotional opportunities before and during the event, including placement on select marketing materials, event signage, and digital platforms.
+$50 - Mobfest™ Swag Bag
Selection & Participation Process
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Complete the MOBFEST™ Participation Form on this page.
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The MOBFEST™ team will review all submissions and notify selected participating brands.
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Approved brands will receive a participation agreement for review and signature.
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Once the agreement is fully executed, an invoice will be issued for payment.
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After payment is confirmed, a MOBFEST™ representative will follow up with next steps regarding event details, planning, and setup.
PARTICIPATION EXPECTATION
By submitting this form, participating brands acknowledge that MOBFEST™ is designed as an immersive experience centered on Black ownership, entrepreneurship, and community.
Brands are encouraged to engage with attendees beyond transactions—sharing experiences, insights, and encouragement when appropriate—to help create an environment where attendees leave inspired, informed, and empowered.
Examples may include demonstrations, tastings, consultations, customizations, hands-on activities, workshops, live recordings, content creation stations, creative installations, and interactive experiences related to beauty, wellness, food and beverage, fashion, art, and professional services.
We're NOT asking you to become a coach or consultant—simply to contribute to an environment where people leave informed, encouraged, and empowered. This expectation reflects the spirit of MOBFEST™ and applies to all approved participating brands.
EVENT DATE
September 12, 2026
Bowie, Maryland
EXPERIENCE SPONSORSHIPS
THE CULTURE OF OWNERSHIP | MOBFEST ™ 2026
Even if you aren't participating as a vendor, you can still showcase your business, brand, or organization to the MOBFEST™ community.
Ticket holders now have the opportunity to increase their visibility by advertising in the official MOBFEST™ magazine or by including a promotional item in our attendee swag bags.
Advertising Opportunities
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Half-page advertisement: $50
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Full-page advertisement: $100
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Swag bag inclusion: $50
Whether you're promoting a business, book, service, event, or brand, this is an excellent opportunity to place your message in front of entrepreneurs, professionals, creators, and community leaders from across the DMV.
Participation is curated to ensure that the MOBFEST™ magazine and swag bag provide attendees with a high-quality and engaging experience. Submission of an application does not guarantee selection.
Individuals and businesses selected for inclusion will receive an email containing additional details, submission requirements, and a payment link to secure their placement.
ORANGE DOOR EXPERIENCE SPONSOR
$10,000
Become the sponsor of MOBFEST’s signature
landmark experience.
The Orange Door represents opportunity,
ownership, and what’s possible when people
step into their next chapter. As one of the
most photographed and shared experiences
at MOBFEST™, this sponsorship provides
unparalleled visibility and brand association
with the festival’s most iconic activation.
Benefits Include:
▪ Exclusive designation as Official Orange
Door Sponsor
▪ Prominent branding at the Orange Door
installation
▪ Recognition across Orange Door
marketing and content
▪ Opportunity for branded activation
adjacent to the experience
▪ Inclusion in media and promotional
content featuring the Orange Door
▪ Website and social media recognition
▪ 8 VIP Passes
FUTURE OWNERS LOUNGE SPONSOR
$5,000
The Future Owners Lounge is MOBFEST's
premier educational experience, where
aspiring and established entrepreneurs
gather for intimate conversations, expert led
sessions, networking, and business
development opportunities throughout the
day.
Become the official sponsor of the space
dedicated to inspiring and equipping the
next generation of entrepreneurs and
business owners.
Benefits Include:
▪ Recognition as the Official Future Owners
Lounge Sponsor
▪ Branding throughout the lounge
▪ Opportunity to engage attendees through
mentorship, resources, or activations
▪ Website and social media recognition
▪ Recognition during lounge programming
▪ 6 VIP Passes
WRITERS BLOCK SPONSOR
$5,000
Support the space where stories become
businesses, ideas become intellectual
property, and creators become owners.
The Writers Block will feature authors,
aspiring writers, publishers, storytellers,
spoken word artists, content creators, and
literary professionals sharing knowledge,
showcasing their work, and connecting
directly with attendees.
Benefits Include:
▪ Recognition as the Official Writers Block
Sponsor
▪ Branding throughout the Writers Block
▪ Recognition during author conversations
and literary programming
▪ Opportunity to distribute branded
materials
▪ Website and social media recognition
▪ 6 VIP Passes
MARKETPLACE SPONSOR
$5,000
Become the presenting sponsor of the
MOBFEST Marketplace. The Marketplace is
the heartbeat of MOBFEST™, showcasing
entrepreneurs, makers, authors, creators,
and service providers while creating direct
connections between businesses and
consumers.
Benefits Include:
▪ Recognition as the Official Marketplace
Sponsor
▪ Branding throughout the Marketplace
▪ Recognition on Marketplace maps and
signage
▪ Opportunity for a branded activation
▪ Website and social media recognition
▪ 6 VIP Passes
PERFORMANCE STAGE SPONSOR
$5,000
Align your brand with the energy,
entertainment, and cultural celebration of
MOBFEST.
Benefits Include:
▪ Recognition as the Official Performance
Stage Sponsor
▪ Branding on stage signage
▪ Recognition before performances
▪ Opportunity for welcome remarks from
the stage
▪ Website and social media recognition
▪ 6 VIP Passes
LIVE PODCAST STAGE SPONSOR
$3,500
Place your brand at the center of
conversations, interviews, storytelling, and
content creation happening throughout
MOBFEST™.
Benefits Include:
▪ Recognition as the Official Live Podcast
Stage Sponsor
▪ Branding throughout the Podcast Stage
▪ Logo featured in podcast recordings and
backdrop
▪ Website and social media recognition
▪ 4 VIP Passes
BUILD THE BLOCK SPONSOR
$3,500
Support the interactive experience where
attendees connect resources, opportunities,
partnerships, and community needs.
Benefits Include:
▪ Exclusive recognition as the Official Build
the Block Sponsor
▪ Branding throughout the activation
▪ Website and social media recognition
▪ 4 VIP Passes
STUDENT ENTREPRENEUR SPONSOR
$2,500
Invest in emerging entrepreneurs and future
business leaders.
Benefits Include:
▪ Exclusive recognition as the Official
Student Entrepreneur Showcase Sponsor
▪ Branding throughout the showcase
▪ Recognition during presentations
▪ Website and social media recognition
▪ 4 VIP Passes
SWAG BAG SPONSOR
$1,500
Put your brand in the hands of every attendee.
Benefits Include:
▪ Exclusive recognition as the Official Swag
Bag Sponsor
▪ Opportunity to include branded materials
or promotional items in every attendee bag
▪ Website and social media recognition
▪ 2 VIP Passes