• Jersey Shore Business Spotlight

    Wildwoods Convention Center - August 22nd, 2026

  • Where & When?

    On August 22, 2026, join us in Wildwood, NJ for a curated showcase highlighting distinctive local brands and entrepreneurs, hosted at the Wildwoods Convention Center.

    Curated Selection We hand-pick every business for originality and brand story.

     

    Event Timeline

    8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.  

    Vendor Set Up Window


    10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
    Vendor-to-Consumer Showcase
    • Vendors sell products directly to attendees

    2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
    Extended Vendor Sales & Investor / Real Estate Presentations
    • Vendors continue sales
    • Investor, business, and real estate presentations
    • Business to business networking

    4:00 p.m.
    Vendor Breakdown Begins
    • Vendors may begin breakdown at their discretion

    4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
    Final Networking Hour 
    • Open networking for vendors, investors, and attendees

    Vendor Breakdown Window:
    4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
    • All vendors must be fully broken down by 6:30 p.m.

     

    Sponsorship Inquiries: Call/Text  (609) 855-1852 

                                      Email  thehivemode@gmail.com

     

    Vender Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Vendors may also sign up to be reviewed on our Top Recommended Business Listing.

     

    Refreshment Notice:

    Food will not be offered at the event and is not permitted in the ballroom. If vendors are hungry, someone from your booth may leave off-site to get food, or notify someone from our team to assist. We do our best to accommodate your needs. 

     

     

     


     

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  • Sponsorship Opportunities

    Businesses may also become sponsors to boost visibility before, during, and after the event. Sponsor benefits include featured placement on the Hive Mode website, prominent exposure in pre- and post-event blogs and newsletters, up to two complimentary email blasts reaching 10,000 subscribers, enhanced advertising through news coverage and media partners, the opportunity to submit a banner for placement on our website, the option to display a large banner at the event, and more.
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  • Booth Options Hive Mode reserves the right to assign booth locations.
  • Add-Ons / Extras:
  • Partner & Marketing Consent - All vendors participating in the Jersey Shore Vendor Spotlight are considered official partners of Hive Mode for this event. By checking the boxes below, you grant Hive Mode permission to:
  • Photography & Media Release - To document and promote the event, Hive Mode will capture photos and video throughout the day:
  • Awards & Recognition Consent - Jersey Shore Business Spotlight Awards recognize excellence among participating vendors:
  • Optional Brand Spotlight & Speaking Opportunities; Businesses interested in additional visibility may apply for one of our Brand Spotlight speaking opportunities. These short curated segments are designed to highlight standout businesses founders, and creatives while providing value to attendees. Important: Brand Spotlight opportunities are optional, limited, and subject to approval to ensure relevance and quality for our audience.
  • Recommended Business Listing Review:
  • Vendor Promotion Expectations. We believe in mutual growth.
  • Sponsorship Interest, optional:
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  • Booth Set Up must be complete by the designated load-in window and be fully operational by opening time. Early breakdown is not permitted without approval from event staff, could result in not being invited back to future events.

    Hive Mode reserves the right to approve or decline vendor applications to maintain event quality, balance, and alignment with the Jersey Shore Business Spotlight brand.

    Payment to Secure Your Spot
    Once accepted, participants are required to submit full payment for their booth or table to officially reserve their space. Spaces will not be held without payment.

    Payments can be made via check, Cash App, PayPal, Zelle or Chime. Vendors who prefer to pay with cash should contact us directly.

    Payments should be submitted promptly to ensure your spot is secured. Availability is on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Payment & Refund Policy
    All vendor fees, add-ons, and sponsorship payments are non-refundable unless the event is canceled by Hive Mode. If the event is canceled, refunds will be issued. Vendor spaces are not transferable without prior written approval.

     


     

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